Product Designer

UniSysTech Consulting; Greater Toronto Area; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is looking for a strategic Product Designer to enhance user experiences. The role involves leading design processes, collaborating with teams, and ensuring products meet usability standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong aesthetic sense and experience in Agile environments.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on experience designing and delivering digital products.
• Proven ability to create sophisticated and user-centric interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from concept through execution, including research and visual design.
• Collaborate with user research team to support testing efforts and refine designs.

Skills

User-Centric Design

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Figma

Anima

Job description

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UniSysTech Consulting provided pay range

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Base pay range

CA$40.00/hr - CA$55.00/hr

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Talent Acquisition Specialist @ UniSysTech Consulting | Hiring Practices, Technical Recruiting

About Unisystech Consulting:

At Unisystech Consulting, we specialize in IT solutions and staffing for the financial services industry. We are committed to providing our clients with top-tier talent and innovative solutions that drive business success.

About the Role:

We are seeking a strategic and design-driven Product Designer to lead the creation and implementation of intuitive workflows that streamline design processes and elevate product experiences. The ideal candidate possesses a strong sense of aesthetics paired with a solid foundation in usability and accessibility. Your work will directly influence our product offerings, ensuring they are functional, elegant, and aligned with the needs of our users.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design process from concept through execution, including research, workflows, navigation, visual and UX design systems, content structure, and brand alignment.
• Collaborate with the user research team to support testing efforts by supplying prototypes, analyzing outcomes, and applying insights to refine designs.
• Understand technical constraints, user objectives, and business requirements to guide design decisions for both current and future products.
• Identify and act on opportunities to improve the product experience and usability.
• Use Figma to build and manage comprehensive digital design systems, including the creation and maintenance of reusable components and consistent UX patterns.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of web and mobile design platforms, ensuring alignment with UI/UX best practices.
• Follow established accessibility standards (W3C) and implement interaction design practices that support inclusive experiences.
• Work effectively within cross-functional Agile teams, engaging with product managers, developers, and stakeholders throughout all stages of product development.
• Partner with developers and QA to communicate design intent clearly and ensure accurate implementation of UI/UX elements.
• Thrive in ambiguous situations and collaborate with integrated teams, ideally with experience in the financial services domain.
• Communicate complex design decisions effectively through verbal and written formats, with the ability to present confidently to senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and support others in creative decision-making.
• Balance efficiency, quality, and consistency to deliver exceptional designs.
• Be a proactive team contributor, fostering collaboration and supporting fellow designers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communications, HCI, or equivalent industry training/experience.
• 6+ years of hands-on experience designing and delivering digital products.
• Proven ability to create sophisticated and user-centric interfaces.
• Solid grasp of visual design principles including composition, hierarchy, typography, and layout.
• Advanced Figma expertise for building flows, screens, components, and interactive prototypes.
• Proficient in managing and maintaining design systems and libraries.
• Experience using Anima to convert Figma components into React code.
• Capable of delivering high-fidelity, developer-ready assets using Figma and Anima.
• Demonstrated success working in Agile teams, closely collaborating with product owners and developers.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in a creative agency environment with strong creative confidence.
• Excellent time management, multitasking, and prioritization abilities.
• Critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with developing empathy tools such as user journeys.
• Responsive design experience with accompanying case studies in your portfolio.

Contract Duration: 3 months (with possibility of extension)

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Art/Creative and Design

• Industries

  Financial Services and Education

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