Senior UI/UX Designer

Blanc Labs; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier tech partner in Toronto is seeking a UI/UX Designer with over 6 years of experience. This role involves designing user experiences, collaborating with product teams, and presenting design concepts. Candidates should have a strong portfolio and skills in design tools like Sketch, Photoshop, and HTML/CSS. You'll work in a fast-paced environment focusing on innovation and creative solutions. Join us to help shape the future of digital products and services.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of proven experience in UX and UI design.
• Previous experience in client facing roles at a creative agency.
• A detailed portfolio demonstrating creativity and user experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver compelling user experience solutions for multiple products.
• Collaborate with product management to define innovative solutions.
• Present and defend designs to peers and executive stakeholders.

Skills

Proficiency in Sketch

Proficiency in Photoshop

Proficiency in Illustrator

Proficiency in InVision

Strong communication skills

Time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Agile/Scrum experience

Education

BS/MS in Human-Computer Interaction

Tools

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Job description

Blanc Labs is a premier partner for global enterprises, leading the way in digitization, automation, and the development of next-generation digital products and services. Our expertise in digital transformation powers businesses to accelerate service delivery, drive customer engagement, and foster growth.

Blanc Labs is looking for a UI/UX Designer with a passion for creating amazing user experiences on innovative solutions working for diverse projects. As a referent of the design practice, you will work closely with developers and stakeholders to bring offerings to life - from discovery to full execution. You have a thorough understanding of responsive web and mobile applications, user-centric design processes, and an eagerness for creating thoughtful interactions in a competitive digital space.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Designanddelivercompelling,end-to-enduserexperiencesolutionsformultipleproductsandplatforms,fromassessinganddefiningcustomerneedstodeliveringconcepts,toprioritizingfeatures,topresentingandevaluatingprototypes,tovalidatinguserexperiencefeedback
• Developconceptualmodels,personas,workflows,designprototypes,anduserinterfacespecificationstodemonstrateeffectivenessofusability
• Collaboratewithproductmanagementandengineeringtodefineandimplementinnovativesolutionsfortheproductdirection,visualsandexperience
• Executeallvisualdesignstagesfromconcepttofinalhand-offtoengineering
• Conceptualizeoriginalideasthatbringsimplicityanduserfriendlinesstocomplexdesignroadblocks
• Createwireframes,storyboards,userflows,processflowsandsitemapstoeffectivelycommunicateinteractionanddesignideas
• Presentanddefenddesignsandkeymilestonedeliverablestopeersandexecutivelevelstakeholders
• Establishandpromotedesignguidelines,bestpracticesandstandards
• Contributetoourexternalthoughtleadershipefforts(forexample:blogpostsoncutting-edgepracticesinUX/UIforblockchainapplications)
• Maintainhighutilizationandreportactivitiesintoourresourcemanagementsystemsonatimelybasis

What You'll Need To Be Successful:

• 6+ years of proven experience in UX and UI experience
• Previous experience in client facing roles at a creative agency
• A detailed portfolio that demonstrates a high level of creativity and an understanding of conversion optimization and user experience (web, UI, interface designs)
• Skilled at juggling multiple projects while maintaining quality of work
• Ability to run discovery workshops with clients, including defining the process
• Enjoys presenting your designs and selling your solutions to various stakeholders
• Solid experience in creating wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows and site maps
• Ability to adapt design to a wide variety of target audiences
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process
• Strong communication (written and verbal), time management and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, InVision, or other design and prototyping tools
• Strong understanding of HTML and CSS, particularly as they relate to design
• Solid knowledge of responsive design, such as how elements react to each device
• Proficiency JavaScript for rapid prototyping is a plus
• Graphic design and illustrator skills are a plus
• Up-to-date with the latest UX and UI trends, techniques, and technologies
• Preferably a BS/MS in Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, or related

Blanc Labs is enabling a digital future. Headquartered in Toronto, we partner with clients in North & South America to digitize and automate their operations and build their next generation of digital products and services. We empower clients to enhance their digital offerings and bring creative solutions to the market faster. Learn more at www.blanclabs.com.

Blanc Labs is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations within reason due to a disability or medical need are available on request for candidates taking part in the recruitment process.