Senior UI Designer - FTC 12 months

Sky; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in London seeks an experienced Senior UI Designer to shape the future of their Global Commerce experiences on various platforms. This role involves collaborating with design and product teams, leading projects, and mentoring junior designers. Candidates should have strong UI design experience, proficiency in Figma, and excellent attention to detail. The position offers a hybrid work model and competitive perks.

Benefits

Access to free NOW for streaming

Generous pension package

Private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

Qualifications

• Hands-on extensive design experience with focus on UI design.
• Expert knowledge in tools like Figma and prototyping applications.
• Strong understanding of design systems and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with design, product, and development teams.
• Lead projects and advocate for user-centered design principles.
• Mentor and guide junior UI designers.

Skills

UI design

Visual design

Collaboration skills

Prototyping tools (Figma)

Attention to detail

Tools

Figma

Prototyping tools

Job description

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We believe in better. And we make it happen.

Better content. Better products. And better careers.

Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate.

We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love.

And we do it all right here at Sky.

What you\'ll do

We are seeking an accomplished Senior UI Designer to join our team, and help shape the future design direction of our Global Commerce experiences across our TV, mobile and web platforms.

You will:

• Work closely with design, product and development teams to create new experiences and refine patterns. Participate in design critiques and provide constructive feedback.
• Lead projects, presenting designs to stakeholders and advocating for user-centered design principles.
• Collaborate with UX designers to ensure UI changes enhance the overall user experience.
• Mentor and guide junior UI designers.
• Maintain and evolve design systems and standards for internal and external systems.

What you\'ll bring

• Day to day hands on extensive design experience with a focus on UI design, including visual and user-centered design principles.
• Expert knowledge in tools like Figma and other prototyping applications.
• Cross Platform Experience with motion and interaction design.
• Strong understanding of design systems, accessibility, and front-end development.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Excellent visual design skills and understanding of user interaction.
• A strong visual design portfolio demonstrating craft & problem-solving capabilities.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering pixel-perfect, cutting-edge designs.

Team overview

Global Design

Coming up with fresh ideas. Pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Creating unforgettable customer experiences. Our Global Design team make things happen. That's why we're at the heart of delivering the hardware and software for devices that keep our customers entertained. From UX and UI to product strategy and hardware engineering, we bring new devices like Sky Glass and Sky Live to life at top speed and support them throughout the product and engineering lifecycles.

The rewards

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here's a taster:

• Access to free NOW, for streaming all your favourite shows
• A generous pension package
• Private healthcare
• Discounted mobile and broadband

Inclusion & how you\'ll work

We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.

We\'ve embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You\'ll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.

Your office space

Osterley

Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers.

On campus, you\'ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

We\'d love to hear from you

Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It\'s a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next.

But better doesn\'t stop at what we do, it\'s how we do it, too. We embrace each other\'s differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet.

If you believe in better, we\'ll back you all the way.

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we\'ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.