UI Designer

Oceaneering; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented UI Designer to craft intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces. This role bridges the gap between technical implementation and user needs, ensuring software products are not only functional but also delightful to use. As a champion of user-centric design, you'll collaborate with various stakeholders to translate complex requirements into clear and engaging designs. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and creativity, and help elevate the user experience to new heights while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for advancement

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of user interaction and accessibility standards.
• Experience in designing user interfaces for web and mobile applications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements.
• Translate requirements into functional user interfaces through prototypes.
• Establish reusable design systems and libraries for consistency.

Skills

User Interface Design

User Experience Design

Wireframing

Prototyping

User Research

Usability Testing

Visual Design

Accessibility Standards

Education

Degree in Design

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Human-Computer Interaction

Tools

Industry-standard design tools

Job description

Company Profile

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Position Summary

The UI Designer serves as the visual architect and user experience champion, bridging the gap between stakeholders' aspirations and technical implementation. They transform complex requirements into intuitive, visually appealing interfaces that seamlessly guide users towards achieving their goals. Through meticulous design thinking, prototyping, and collaboration with Business Analysts, they ensure software products not only meet functional needs but also delight users through exceptional usability, accessibility, and visual appeal, ultimately driving adoption and success.

Duties And Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to as outlined below.

• Collaborate with stakeholders, including clients, developers, and product team members, to understand business requirements and user personas.
• Translate requirements into clear and detailed highly functional user interfaces through wireframes, mock-ups, and prototypes.
• Champion user-centric design principles, ensuring intuitive usability, accessibility, and visual appeal in all UI elements.
• Facilitate workshops, meetings, and presentations to ensure alignment among project team members, and stakeholders where required.
• Create interactive prototypes to demonstrate design concepts, gather user feedback, and refine the user experience.
• Establish reusable design systems and libraries to streamline development, ensure consistency, and maintain brand integrity.
• Keep abreast of the latest UI/UX design trends, tools, and best practices to continually elevate the quality and impact of our products.

Essential Skills & Abilities

• Deep understanding of colour theory, typography, layout, user interaction, and accessibility standards.
• Proficiency in conducting user interviews, surveys, and usability testing to gather insights and inform design decisions.
• Expertise in industry-standard design tools for creating high-fidelity prototypes, wireframes, and visual assets.

Qualifications

• Degree in Design, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, or related discipline, or relevant experience.
• Experience in designing user interfaces for web and/or mobile applications.

How To Apply

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.

Closing Statement

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