Senior UX-UI Designer

Summary

Join Outliant, a fully remote digital product development and startup consulting company, as a Senior UX/UI Designer. Lead the end-to-end design process for complex projects across various platforms. Conduct user research and create high-fidelity designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior designers. Maintain design systems and ensure design quality. This senior-level role requires 6+ years of experience, mastery of design tools, and a strong understanding of UX/UI principles. Outliant offers unlimited PTO, non-working holidays, bonuses, and various employee well-being programs.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in UX/UI design, with a strong focus on website design and a proven track record of leading projects from concept to launch, aligning business goals with user needs
• Mastery of industry-standard design tools, including Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Illustrator, and Photoshop, with exceptional organization in maintaining consistent workflows and adhering to company guidelines
• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and information architecture, coupled with experience creating responsive, accessible, and visually compelling designs across devices
• Comprehensive knowledge of front-end development processes and technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to enhance collaboration with development teams
• Proven ability to conduct and analyze user research, including interviews, personas, journey mapping, usability testing, and A/B testing, to inform data-driven design decisions
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, leveraging user feedback and testing to iterate and refine designs
• Extensive experience in creating and managing design systems, ensuring scalability and consistency across digital platforms
• Robust portfolio showcasing diverse website design projects that highlight creativity, problem-solving, and adherence to UX/UI best practices
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior designers, provide constructive feedback, and foster a culture of growth and continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and lead discussions with stakeholders
• Experience managing multiple projects in agile environments, delivering high-quality work on time and within budget

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design process for complex projects across Desktop, Tablet, and Mobile platforms
• Develop and drive design strategies that align with business goals and enhance user experience
• Maintain and enforce brand guidelines to ensure visually consistent designs
• Conduct and oversee comprehensive user research, including interviews, surveys, usability testing, and analysis
• Use research findings to inform design decisions and iteratively improve user interfaces
• Create detailed wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and interactive prototypes that effectively communicate design concepts
• Ensure designs are responsive, accessible, and optimized for various devices and platforms
• Collaborate with project managers, developers, and marketing teams to optimize design solutions
• Facilitate design discussions and present design solutions to stakeholders, effectively communicating the rationale behind design choices
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of design systems, ensuring consistency and scalability across digital products
• Apply and enforce design standards and guidelines to maintain a cohesive visual language
• Manage multiple projects, setting priorities and meeting deadlines while maintaining high design quality
• Coordinate with project managers and other team members to ensure timely delivery of design assets
• Mentor junior and mid-level designers, providing constructive feedback and guidance to support their professional growth
• Lead design reviews and critique sessions, offering insights and recommendations to improve overall design quality
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continually enhance design skills and methodologies
• Identify opportunities for innovation and implement new design approaches to improve user experience
• Conduct thorough testing of design solutions to ensure they meet user needs and project specifications
• Review and validate design implementations to ensure they align with the established design vision and standards
• Maintain comprehensive design documentation, including user flows, wireframes, and design specifications, to support the development process
• Ensure clear and effective communication of design decisions and changes to team members and stakeholders

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Non-working holidays per country of residence
• Pro-rated 13th-month bonus in select regions
• Salary increases and performance-based bonuses
• Referral bonuses
• Mental health and well-being programs
• Fun and casual work environment
• Employee engagement activities and virtual gatherings