User Experience Jobs

Our client, a top lifestyle brand located in San Mateo, is looking to hire a passionate, well rounded Senior UX/UI Designer that is comfortable working in an Agile environment. This freelance assignment can go as long as 18 months, 40 hrs/wk. They are looking for someone to work with the UX/UI Design team in executing all phases of the design process—from wireframing concepts and creating prototypes and pixel-perfect visuals to completing the final handoff to engineering. Responsibilities, Skills, and Experience: Research, data analysis, concept development, sketching, wireframing, and prototyping. Perform research to thoroughly understand user needs and motivations, market opportunities, and competition. Illustrate information architecture with user journeys, sitemaps, and wireframes. Present assessment and recommended solutions through wireframes, responsive prototypes, and mockups for a variety of devices and interfaces. Design scalable concepts for many platforms and types of content. Communicate responsiveness, function, and animation to developers. Collaborate with the UX research team on user testing that involves analyzing data, A/B testing, and usability testing and gathering feedback. Partner with the creative team and developers to maintain a cohesive design and experience throughout our site. Help develop digital team vision. Collaborate closely with the visual designers combining creativity with an awareness of the design elements and brand aesthetics. Regularly participate in design reviews. Provide and encourage feedback from the team and other designers. Lead the Jr. UX/UI Designer. Delegate responsibilities and provide clear direction and training as needed. Support their growth and raise the capacity, skills, and quality of design. You can wireframe, prototype, visually pixel push and validate work using tools such as Sketch, InVision, Adobe Suite, and Framer. eComm and/or app experience. Collaborate with various teams/team members with different skill sets, including Marketing, Consumer Insights, product managers, engineers, and stakeholders. 6-9 years of experience in UX and UI design at a relevant brand or agency. Portfolio/samples required. BA/BS in Design, User Experience, Human-Computer Interaction, or related fields preferred. Does this sound like you? Apply today!

Onward Search is looking for a stellar Jr. Graphic Designer w/ UX/UI Skills to work with one of our clients in the travel/hospitality industry located in Miami, FL! This person will have the opportunity to work on an immediate project with a great team. Responsibilities: Concept and create cohesive advertising campaigns and related marketing collateral materials, such as graphic elements (logos/lockups), direct mailers, promotional flyers, print ads, web banners and emails, tradeshow graphics, signage, brochures and PowerPoint presentations Will be working on UI/UX related needs very lightly with the product design team Drive and implement creative solutions for larger campaigns and day-to-day needs, by collaborating closely with client partners and fellow creatives, or independently as needed to meet deadlines and objectives Collaborate with copywriters to ensure design and copy complement the marketing piece Revise creative as needed. Review final material for quality and accuracy and prep files for print and digital release Stay current and knowledgeable of established brand guidelines and ensure all work is within guidelines or contributing to the evolution of the brand. Stay current on design trends related to your business areas and within the travel industry Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design/Visual Communications or similar field from or equivalent experience 2+ years experience in a graphic designer/production artist role in a fast paced, multi project corporate or advertising agency environment Strong creative background and skills required across a diverse array of deliverables. Portfolio of work samples required Knowledge of UI/UX is preferred Must present strong print design skills with excellent eye for typography and thorough understanding of prepress and print production Good photo retouching skills Demonstrated experience and up-to-date knowledge of Mac applications including Adobe Creative Suite: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop is required as well as knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Experience with Sketch is a must. Does this sound like you? Apply today!

Our client, a well known company in Fort Lauderdale, is in need of a UX/UI Designer to start on a contract role that is at least 6 months. In this role, you will work to conceptualize, strategize, design, and prototype ideas along with the UX team. Responsibilities: Translate customer and business stakeholder requirements into defined specifications and inspire the Development team to build the correct product Own design of UI related features and participate in the product definition process Significantly impact and architect product strategy and direction Develop and maintain user flows, wireframes, interaction design, visual design mockups, personas, scenarios, prototypes, specifications, navigation maps and other design documents Work with feature development teams to make sure that the workflow reflects the customer's needs and ensure consistency among features Define innovative user interfaces and interaction styles which result in improved user productivity and satisfaction Qualifications: 5+ years relevant work experience in UX/UI A great portfolio of work / samples of wireframes, personas, visual and interaction design work is a requirement A formal education in Visual Design, Interaction Design, HCI, Architecture, Psychology, or related field preferred High degree of creativity, design skill, strategy and interaction design experience and problem-solving ability Expertise in wireframing and visual design tools such as Adobe XD, Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator Prototyping skills using tools like Adobe XD, Sketch, Fireworks, Muse, Dreamweaver and/or front-end development experience preferred Proven track record and a passion for designing compelling, award-winning user interfaces Excellent presentation skills & and attention to detail Experience working with various departments within a product team Please apply today for consideration!

Onward Search is seeking a Sr. Product Designer to join the team of an energy tech start-up client. You will report to the Director of Product and will be a driving force in all aspects of the user experience and visual design for their mobile and web apps. Responsibilities: Lead UX initiatives such as research, user flows, and usability tests on new and existing features Strategize and execute user-centric and market-specific product designs that are easy to use across multiple platforms Develop wireframes, experience prototypes, tests, and visual assets and guide the dev team to execute to spec Iterate on and explore new product features Write & evaluate member surveys and manage customer feedback loops Design new features as well as update current ones Collaborate & brainstorm with engineering, marketing, and design departments on A/B testing, product features, and design options to improve conversion rates Requirements: 5-8 years of product design experience for iOS, Android, and Desktop; Bachelor's degree in design, HCI, or related field preferred Must understand the nuances of user experience between web and native platforms and be able to advocate and communicate this to the engineering team Proficient in Sketch and InVision (or any Prototyping tool) Excellent attention to detail Strong communication skills with the ability to explain ideas logically HTML, CSS, and/or animation/motion design skills are a bonus Start-up environment experience is highly preferred

Our client, a digital consultancy, has an immediate need for a freelance Senior UX Strategist with financial experience, to start on a 8 week project, to help a improve on design and ux processes for an internal application. You would be onsite with the client in Trenton, NJ for 2-3 days for only 5 of the 8 weeks of the project duration. The ideal candidate will possess the following: Senior UX Strategist with 8+ years experience Familiarity setting up internal design standards and processes for digital applications Understanding of UX and UI Design best practices and able to offer recommendations for improvement Strong knowledge around Visual Design standards and style guides Client-facing and professional Detail oriented Available to be onsite in Trenton, NJ for 2-3 days for 5 weeks (project duration is 8 weeks total). Experience working on financial services clients Apply today to speak with one of our associates to learn more!

Our client, a technology sports company, is seeking a Sr UX Strategist with B2B experience to join their team. Candidates who have experience with enterprise dashboards, Salesforce, or SAP are highly preferred! You will report to the Head of UX Design. Responsibilities: Influence product teams to follow user-centric roadmaps and deliver user-centric experiences Lead projects through the major phases of the product development process Partner with product owners, development leads, and stakeholders to define scopes and develop roadmaps Collaborate with user researchers to identify research questions and hypotheses Partner with Visual/UI Designers to deliver design solutions (working in Wrike), such as Salesforce, SAP and Enterprise dashboards Integrate user-centered thinking and methodologies such as design sprints, user identification, and personas into unfamiliar product teams Develop strategic collateral including, but not limited to journey maps, site maps, interaction flows, low-fidelity wireframes, site content, etc. Conduct heuristic and competitive evaluations Participate in team development activities such as peer review, critique, ideation, and UX evangelism Requirements: 5-8 years of experience in UX strategy or a design role and/or an advanced degree Degree in Human Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, User Experience, or other related discipline; a certification from an established user experience intensive boot camp program; or equivalent work experience Portfolio showcasing a firm grasp on user-centered design processes, the use of research to drive design, and experience with relevant techniques and methodologies - specifically seeking projects within Salesforce, SAP and Enterprise dashboards Outstanding communication and presentation skills, collaborating with team members & stakeholders, and consulting with clients to understand their goals & explain processes. Experience leading the work of others and mentoring junior team members Experience with multi-platform product experiences, establishing design systems, designing CMS or similar utility software platforms are all pluses Proficiency in Photoshop, Sketch, Illustrator, InVision, and Wrike Bonus Points: Multi- or bi-lingual is a plus Experience working with international teams is a plus Does this sound like you? Apply today! 

Onward Search has a client that is looking for a UX Designer for a long term contract. As a Sr. Designer, you'll be asked to do more than just create design comps, interactions and specs. To do this you’ll use your knowledge of the UX process (research, conceptual design, prototyping, testing) in collaboration with other architects, designers, content strategists, researchers, product managers and engineers. You’ve created business and consumer product experiences for different channels and platforms, often working with senior UX leaders and managers to complete these projects. You will need to love to solve complex problems and work closely with others who feel the same, and your solutions merge with a larger structure to create a cohesive design ecosystem. Skills You’ll Have: Bachelor's degree in design or other related field. 3 years of experience or 7 years of experience with visual and interaction design The ability to work with design templates and patterns to create and maintain a scalable and consistent web site. Familiarity with process flows, site maps, wireframes, screen prototypes, and functional specifications. Strong tendency towards visual thinking – using techniques like storyboards and sketching – to communicate interaction design concepts. Strong understanding of design theory and concepts to create effective visual communication with hierarchy and balance Experience with business requirement gathering, site assessment, competitive analysis, and secondary research. Inclusive design philosophy with a strong editorial sense. Ability to manage your time and deadlines, as well as the ability to adapt to the ever-changing priorities of the eCommerce business. Constant drive to stay up-to-date with the latest industry news and developments. Capability to adhere to team processes and standards, while contributing ideas for improvement. Ability to work quickly and efficiently without sacrificing a consistently high level of attention to detail. .Does this sound like you? Apply today! 

Onward Search is looking for a Sr. UX Design Lead for one of their premier national clients in downtown Manhattan. As a UX Lead you will be part of the process from discovery through execution, and will be part of the design process as well as mentoring other UX & Visual Designers. This role is local to our Client's Manhattan office, and starts as soon as possible. If this sounds like an opportunity you're interested in, apply today! What we're looking for: 8+ years of experience in user experience design required. Ability to synthesize complex, interdependent, and sometimes competing needs Effective communication of design solutions across roles & levels Work in iterative processes, including agile and lean methodologies Awareness and practical understanding of current technologies, and their application and relevance to digital experiences Proven understanding of responsive web & mobile application design and wireframe development Develop design standards in the form of journeys, storyboards, site maps, wireframes, and prototypes to ensure our digital experience flows seamlessly from one step to the next Prototyping skills across a variety of mediums and needs: on paper, in Keynote, Invision and other digital methods Collaborate on usability test plans; prepare paper and interactive prototypes and mockups — including page layout and navigational elements — to test with users • Solid communication and interpersonal skills Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative, team-oriented, cross-functional environment Ability to influence others and provide thought leadership on design Actively listens, hears and understands what is said and not said, and with nuanced comprehension of meaning and intent Team work: Develops and sustains effective and cooperative working relationships with direct reports, peers, managers and other internal or external stakeholders Flexibility/adaptability (ability to change direction based upon team and stakeholder consensus) BFA or BA in related field, graduate design degree preferred Please apply today for immediate consideration!

Our client, a top insurance company located in Walnut Creek is looking to hire a Sr. UX DESIGNER for a 3+ month assignment. This is working with the business and innovation team on Agile pilots. This person will collaborates closely with the product team to understand product vision, and business needs and requirements as they apply to the user interface and experience. Responsibilities: Helps product and development teams assess and prioritize opportunities and constraints. Facilitates kick-off meetings with partners, stakeholders and internal project teams to determine application direction, strategy and constraints. Evaluate potential design solutions and determines approach to design challenges. Accurately scopes tasks and provides timeline and resource needs to project management. Frames design approach, leads our partners through the digital process, and provides solutions to design and usability problems. Ensures brand consistency, and maintains a user-centered approach in design and practice. Rapidly iterates design prototypes and working applications. Leverage existing design patterns for consistency and adhere to established UX and Brand standards. Identify UX issues to ensure a quality product is deployed. Guides product decisions through user research and iterative feedback loops. Maintains a keen understanding of design principles and industry best practices, while staying up-to-date on current technologies and design trends. Skills and Experience: Does this sound like you? Apply today!  5+ years of experience as a UX Designer Expert knowledge HTML5/CSS3 and front-end development implementation Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Axure, Omnigraffle, HTML5 and CSS 3 tools Advanced knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator Familiar with the wide variety of usability concepts, best practices, and procedures, as well as the basic concepts of user centered design Experience developing design plans/or gathering user research and insights to aid in the design and presentation process Trained ‘eye’ for design elements, specifically around testing and reviewing implementation of a visual design style guide Demonstrated ability to work with and lead cross-discipline design teams and collaborate with clients, developers, and fellow designers Excellent project management and presentation skills Ability to present multiple design concepts to problems Ability to maintain focus on project detail and overall brand awareness while understanding and managing business partner and customer needs Bachelor's degree in related area (Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.​

Our client, a top financial company located in downtown LA is looking to hire a UX Designer for a 12+ month assignment. This person will lead the creation of user experience strategy, interaction and interface design artifacts. They will need to collaborates with creative, product, technical and business stakeholders.   Responsibilities: Leads in the creation of user requirements to inform experience strategy & design. Participates in defining, gathering and analyzing user data (qualitative, quantitative) to inform the user experience. Creates artifacts such as personas, scenarios, analyses (heuristic, task flow, journey maps, and analytics), navigation models and interface concepts. Designs solutions inclusive of user requirements, design patterns & best practices, technology trends and project requirements. Gathers and incorporates feedback from end users, project stakeholders, technical and design teams. Works with visual designers and writers to create final artifacts. Provides input to technical teams during development phase to ensure interactions are developed as designed. Monitors feedback and analytics to recommend and prioritize iterative improvements. Creates rapid prototypes to illustrate design and interaction concepts. Demonstrates advanced skills with industry standard prototyping software on Mac OS. Builds and maintains prototypes of key user flows, interactions and design specifications throughout the design and testing lifecycle. Leads the continuous improvement of user experience design principles, best practices and processes. Actively engages with user experience and related communities. Demonstrates currency with current and emerging trends and technologies; incorporates into user experience practice. Recommends and ensures consistent use of design patterns across digital properties. Utilizes appropriate iterative development methodologies. Skills and Experience: Demonstrates user experience leadership to the creative team. Provides thought leadership, expertise and mentorship to others. Initiates and leads projects to improve overall digital experience by continuously evaluating user behavior, design and structure. Partners with external vendors to influence and advocate for consistency and usability standards. Collaborates within team and other departments to leverage and share ideas and recommendations to apply broadly across multiple channels. Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of design and prototyping software and techniques on MAC OS Demonstrates the ability to lead projects of significant size and scope Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and analytical skills in broad areas relating to user experience, technology and design Demonstrates initiative by identifying issues for managers and team members; demonstrates sound judgment in resolving matters of moderate complexity Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate with a diverse group of associates and senior business leaders; strong grammar and syntax skills; strong presentation skills; strong inter-personal skills Demonstrates strong detail orientation, process orientation, organizational, and multi-tasking skills; ability to effectively manage an unpredictable workload and meet established deadlines Demonstrates the ability to collaborate and develop/maintain working relationships inside and outside the organization to enable effective completion of business objectives Demonstrates the ability to work in a team environment; initiative to work and learn independently and proactively contribute to department goals; and ability to lead others while maintaining effective business relationships with associates throughout the organization Requires 4-6 years of experience Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required     Does this sound like you? Apply today!