Co-Op Interaction Designer IxD

Novadaq Technologies ULC; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company specializing in medical imaging in Burnaby is looking for a co-op UI/UX Designer. The role includes developing design concepts, conducting user research, and collaborating with senior designers. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant program and possess strong design skills, particularly in Figma. This position offers hybrid flexibility and focuses on creating a holistic user experience.

Qualifications

• Proven UX & UI design experiences with a portfolio included.
• Up-to-date with latest design trends and tools.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and establish priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop UI design concepts and prototypes.
• Conduct user research and interviews.
• Create design specifications for developers.
• Plan and execute design reviews.

Skills

UX & UI design experience

Figma proficiency

Wireframes and prototyping

Visual design skills

Creative problem-solving

Ability to present designs

Education

Enrolled in 3rd or 4th year in relevant program

Job description

Work Flexibility : Hybrid

SPECIFIC :

• Develop UI design concepts and prototypes for the purposes of better understanding the product needs, testing hypotheses and the establishment of product requirements (from sketches to UX workflows, wireframes and interactive prototypes).
• Leverage Human Centered Design HCD & research to create a holistic user experience across our suite of products with both physical and digital touchpoints.
• Translate high-level design concepts into design descriptions and guidelines which can be used to brief the technical R&D teams.
• Partner with senior interaction designer to create new workflows and visual designs
• Partner and communicate with technical engineers throughout development to launch.

GENERAL :

While working with a team of interaction designers and under the supervision of a senior interaction designer, the co-op will be expected to engage on some of the following types of activities :

Plan and execute user research, including creating research material, conducting user interviews, and synthesizing data

Create design concepts (wireframes, mockups, prototypes, etc.) based on user research insights

Create design specifications and all necessary documents detailing look and feel and workflow for hand-off to developers

Create presentations to share research insights and communicate design direction

Participate in design reviews

Understand and follow proper procedures and best practices; work with senior designers to improve them.

Commit to deliverable goals. Proactively report progress to project

management and R&D management when required.

Take direction as needed from senior designers and R&D managers; complete most tasks with minimal

guidance; use resources responsibly and effectively.

Skills :

Proven UX & UI design experiences with a portfolio included

Experience in creating wireframes, storyboards, user flows, and prototyping

Experience with Figma strongly preferred

Excellent visual design skills with sensitivity to human-centered design

Ability to present your designs and solutions

Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively

Up-to-date with the latest design trends, design tools and technologies

A positive attitude, creative spirit, customer-focused driven, and the ability to give and receive creative feedback

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and establish (and re-establish) priorities.

Education

Enrolled and in their 3rd or 4th year in a Human Computer Interaction, Interactive Design, User experience or User Interface Design (or similar) program.

Available for an 8-month co-op term

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