UX Designer (Contract)

WARACLE; Dundee; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital technology consultancy seeks an experienced Contract UX Designer for a short-term project. You will significantly influence user experiences by defining and optimizing core user journeys, employing a minimalist design philosophy to enhance usability and clarity. Work closely with project managers and stakeholders to deliver impactful UX deliverables under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Dedicated UX design experience, preferably in digital consultancies.
• Strong portfolio showcasing work on wireframes and user flows.
• Ability to articulate complex user flows effectively.

Responsibilities

• Rapidly create detailed wireframes that articulate user interface structure.
• Develop comprehensive user flows mapping out optimal user journeys.
• Collaborate to translate project requirements into actionable UX deliverables.

Skills

User-centered design principles

Wireframing

Collaboration

Communication

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Axure RP

Job description

Waracle is a world-class digital technology consultancy and home to a diverse, smart, curious and ambitious community of specialists in technology-driven transformation.

We work with ambitious clients to help them solve their biggest business and customer challenges. We help our clients to innovate and create intelligent digital products and services. We thrive on complex challenges and deliver business-critical IT transformation projects, moving seamlessly from strategy, design and delivery to operations.

Contract Overview

We are seeking an experienced Contract UX Designer for a focused, short-term project. This engagement will primarily involve defining and optimising core user journeys for a [mention brief project type, e.g., new web application / specific feature rollout / mobile app redesign]. We value a minimalist, user-centric approach that prioritises clarity and efficiency in user interactions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented UX Designer to make a significant impact on a key project within a short timeframe. You will work closely with our project managers, developers, and client stakeholders to translate business requirements into intuitive and effective user experiences, with a strong emphasis on foundational UX deliverables.

What You'll Do:

• Rapidly create detailed wireframes (low to mid-fidelity) that clearly articulate user interface structure and content hierarchy for key screens and interactions.

• Develop comprehensive user flows that map out optimal user journeys through the application, identifying decision points and potential roadblocks.

• Work collaboratively to understand project requirements and translate them into clear, actionable UX deliverables.

• Apply a minimalist design philosophy, focusing on simplicity, clarity, and essential elements to enhance usability.

• Iterate on designs based on internal feedback and project goals, ensuring a lean and efficient process.

• Present and articulate design decisions to both internal teams and client stakeholders.

• Ensure all UX deliverables are prepared for seamless handover to the development team

• Dedicated UX design experience, preferably with a background in digital consultancies or fast-paced project environments.

• Demonstrable expertise in creating clear, functional wireframes using industry-standard tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Axure RP).

• Proven ability to map out and articulate complex user flows effectively.

• A strong portfolio showcasing your work on wireframes and user flows, highlighting projects where a minimalist approach was applied or beneficial.

• Excellent understanding of user-centred design principles and usability best practices.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions clearly and receive feedback constructively.

• Ability to work independently and efficiently within tight deadlines.

• A pragmatic and results-oriented mindset, focused on delivering impactful core UX deliverables.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with prototyping tools for basic interaction demonstration.

• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.

• Any experience or interest in user research activities (e.g., user interviews, usability testing).