Senior UX Design Specialist

Summary

Join the Thunderbird team as a Senior UX Design Specialist! Collaborate across multiple platforms (desktop, iOS, Android, web) to craft exceptional user experiences. Lead design initiatives, mentor team members, and conduct user research to drive product improvements. This is a fully remote, full-time position requiring strong communication and collaboration skills. You will work with a global team to support MZLA Technologies Corp and the Thunderbird Project's mission and objectives. The ideal candidate possesses extensive UX/UI design experience, leadership skills, and a strong portfolio showcasing successful projects. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in design, human-computer interaction, or a related field
• Advanced certifications or professional training in UX design, interaction design, or usability testing
• 7+ years of professional experience in UX/UI design, demonstrating expertise and leadership in complex projects
• Proven ability to design and execute user research, usability testing, and analytics-driven improvements
• Experience leading the development and maintenance of scalable design systems for multi-platform products
• A strong portfolio showcasing successful projects, problem-solving skills, and measurable impact on user experience
• Strong communication skills in technical writing for thorough documentation and guidelines
• Demonstrated experience mentoring junior and intermediate designers, and leading design initiatives within cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), documentation skills, and the ability to work with a multi-disciplinary, geographically distributed team
• Deep respect for the different skills and perspectives that people of varied technical and non-technical backgrounds bring to a team
• Proven track record of scoping and finishing projects

Responsibilities

• Emphasize user experience, interaction design, and UX research to create exceptional outputs that meet high design standards
• Lead planning sessions, design jams, design reviews, and production of UX artefacts (diagrams, wireframes, prototypes, and documentation)
• Conduct and lead usability research, apply analytics insights, and refine designs through exceptional research and testing skills
• Drive projects independently, contribute to design standards, and maintain a high level of initiative and accountability
• Align design decisions with business goals, user needs, and long-term product strategy
• Support and mentor team members, fostering skill development and encouraging professional growth
• Champion user-centric design practices, promoting the value of design across the organization
• Apply advanced accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) to create inclusive, user-friendly experiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for user research to guide and support design choices
• Familiarity with CSS coding for smooth collaboration between design and development
• Experience with UX writing to craft clear, engaging and accessible interfaces
• Knowledge of UI/Visual design to craft beautiful and inclusive user interfaces
• Contributions to open-source projects, thought leadership in the design community, or involvement in industry events or publications

Benefits

• Fully remote work & schedule flexibility
• Latest Laptop and accessories
• Annual Remote Work Stipend
• Monthly Internet Stipend
• Professional Development Stipend
• Industry Conferences
• 24 days PTO per year (prorated)
• Your Birthday
• Year-end Company Shutdown
• Wellbeing Days
• Public Holidays
• Other Paid Leave
• Wellbeing Allowance for Personal / Family Activities
• 401(k)/ RRSP /Pension Contributions
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Disability/Income Protection Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Sick Days