SC Interaction Designer

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a UX Designer for a remote position lasting 6 months. The role involves creating user-centered designs and prototypes for government projects while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure usability across platforms. Ideal candidates will have experience in government projects and proficiency with design tools like Sketch and Axure.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to iterate designs and develop user-focused prototypes.
• Deep knowledge of user-centered design principles.
• Ability to engage with users using data-informed design methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Create prototypes, wireframes, and information architecture to enhance user experience.
• Collaborate with various teams to clarify requirements and ensure design feasibility.
• Design consistent experiences across mobile and desktop platforms.

Skills

User-centered design

Accessibility standards

Effective communication

Agile methodologies

Tools

Sketch

Invision Studio

Balsamiq

Axure

GOV.UK Prototype Kit

Job description

Duration: 6 Months

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Remote

Clearance: Active SC Required

Must Have: Government Experience

Job Description:

• Create prototypes, wireframes, mock-ups, workflows, user flows, site maps, storyboards, interactive and graphic design, information architecture.
• Proficient with tools such as Sketch, Invision Studio, Balsamiq, Axure, and GOV.UK Prototype Kit.
• Interpret research, identify user issues and needs, and incorporate findings into designs.
• Understand usability issues for diverse populations and develop engagement strategies.
• Design consistent user experiences across mobile and desktop platforms.
• Collaborate with researchers and content designers to test and launch products.
• Liaise with Product Owners and Stakeholders to clarify requirements.
• Work with Business Analysts to refine designs aligned with business needs.
• Coordinate with development teams to ensure feasibility and correct implementation of UX solutions.

Skills Required:

• Ability to iterate designs quickly and develop multiple variants.
• Design interaction and user interfaces that meet user needs and accessibility standards.
• Deep knowledge of user-centered design approaches.
• Effective communication across organizational and technical boundaries.
• Engage with users and stakeholders, using data to inform design outcomes.
• Deliverables include information architecture, user journeys, task models, wireframes, and prototypes.
• Proficient in coding prototypes, understanding security, accessibility, and version control.
• Knowledge of agile methodologies and applying an agile mindset.
• Understanding team dynamics, collaboration, and giving/receiving feedback.