What are the responsibilities and job description for the UX Design Lead position at Virtual?
Job Title : Senior Lead UI / UX Designer
Duration : 6-12 Month Contract-to-Hire
Schedule : Monday-Friday, Fully Remote – CA
Overview
We are seeking a skilled UI / UX Designer for a 6–12-month contract-to-hire position. The ideal candidate will have experience designing digital products, a strong portfolio demonstrating UI / UX expertise, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities
1. UI / UX Design & Prototyping
Design user interfaces, interaction flows, and information architecture for digital products.
Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using Figma .
Ensure a consistent, intuitive, and accessible user experience across platforms.
2. User Research & Testing
Conduct user research and usability testing to validate design decisions.
Utilize research tools like UXTweak, UserZoom, or UserTesting to gather insights.
Apply user-centered design principles to optimize product usability.
3. Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with Product Managers, Developers, and Stakeholders to align design solutions with business objectives.
Present and articulate design concepts to cross-functional teams.
Iterate on designs based on user feedback and stakeholder input .
4. Project & Time Management
Manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently.
Balance high-quality design work with project timelines.
Ensure timely delivery of design assets while maintaining design excellence .
Requirements
5 years of UI / UX design experience with a focus on digital product solutions (not just branding or marketing websites).
Strong portfolio showcasing strategic and conceptual thinking in UI / UX design.
Expertise in Figma for wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity UI design.
Deep understanding of user-centered design, accessibility, and research methodologies .
Experience conducting and applying user research insights to inform design.
Ability to work independently , manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
Nice to Have
Experience in Wealth Management or the Financial Industry .
Familiarity with Agile methodologies , iterating based on user and stakeholder feedback.
Knowledge of Storybook, Chromatic, NPM , and front-end development principles.
Basic understanding of CSS / HTML .
Degree in Graphic Design, UI / UX, or a related field .
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