Senior UX Designer

1104233
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Dublin City
  • Specialism

    Software Development
  • Industry

    Technology & Internet Services
  • Pay

    Competitive

SENIOR UX DESIGNER - 12 months CONTRACT (Day rate- 300-490 Max DOE) (Stamp4/EU citizen only)


Your new company
Client is a Health Care company that is proud to be a long-standing contributor to the Irish economy and community. It has been supporting global health care systems from Ireland for more than 20 years and employ nearly 1,600 people. They believe in using tools like artificial intelligence and machine learning to help solve health problems.

Your new role
We are looking for a User Experience Designer with strong interests and capabilities in the design and development of engaging user experiences. The ideal candidate will thrive in a work environment that requires strong problem-solving skills.

Primary Responsibilities :
  • Evangelize and execute the creative/UX strategy for the company within the new solution/ product offerings developed by this new team
  • Guide team in all aspects of design delivery: strategic definition, concepting, prototyping, detailed UX/UI, photography, research participation, documenting and testing of experience balancing user research/needs with business objectives/challenges
  • Procure and use data, including KPIs, market research, and testing methods, to identify ways to conceptualize and advance the user experience
  • Develop strong relationships and work in conjunction with own Engineering and Business team members, including internal and external product, brand marketing, design, development and operational resources
  • Drive executive decision-making through facilitation and presentation of creative/UX strategies and concepts and trade-off analyses
  • Research and educate self and design team on new consumer behaviour trends, technologies and development tools as needed
  • Support prototyping and new product/service development exercises with internal and external partners to advocate and evangelize the future consumer experience

What you'll need to succeed
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience in digital consumer product design field (incl. responsive web and mobile apps)
  • Proficiency in design tools (e.g. Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Axure, among others) Ability to provide portfolio for review (preferably link to website)
  • Requires strong and flexible skills in visual design, illustration, interactive design, iconography, typography, photography, motion design and familiarity with frontend technologies
  • Working knowledge of HTML, understanding how comps translate to code, and the ability to use prototyping tools to convey design intent
  • Ability to seamlessly alternate between dealing with highly technical teams and non-technical business teams
  • Experience developing prototypes and leading innovation exercises.
  • Ability to balance user-centered design skills, visual design sensibilities, data-driven influences and understanding of technical constraints in design thinking
  • Strong skills in the following areas: organizational savvy, ability to handle multiple programs, attention to detail, relationship-building, strong communication skills, high accountability
  • Portfolio demonstrating cross-channel expertise and skill in creating user-centric digital experiences online and mobile
  • Has strong presentation skills and the ability to interact with and win support from team members and at varying levels cross-company
  • BA/BSc degree or equivalent work experience required in Interaction Design and/or Graphic Design
  • Exceptional design talents and a portfolio that evidences stylistic breadth that demonstrates sensitivity to diverse subject matter, design targets and media (web / mobile / brand)

What you'll get in return
  • Hybrid working (2 days in the office a week)
  • Day rate 300-490 euros depending on Experience
  • Work with the latest technologies & a tech-savvy team
  • 12 months contract with potential extension
  • Good internal career progression
  • Opportunity to work with Fortune 500 company
  • EU citizens & Stamp 4 Only

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now or email me at Riya.Roy@hays.com

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #1104233

Talk to Riya Roy, the specialist consultant managing this position

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