UX Designer – Hybrid, User‑Centred & Impactful

QinetiQ; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company based in Manchester is looking for a User Experience Designer to champion user-centered design and enhance user experience across various projects. You will work closely with users, product owners, and engineers to ensure effective design solutions. Responsibilities include conducting user research, creating wireframes, and evaluating design options. The ideal candidate should be proactive and passionate about improving processes and products. Flexible working options and a supportive development environment are offered.

Benefits

Flexible/Hybrid working options

Performance bonus

Company bonus

Pension matched 1.5x up to 10.5%

AXA group 1 medical cover

Holiday purchase/buy-back scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Car benefit scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in user-centric design and prototyping.
• Ability to lead discovery workshops to gather product feedback.
• Skill in creating dynamic wireframes and translating concepts into prototypes.

Responsibilities

• Champion user-centred design while applying multiple methodologies.
• Work closely with product owners and software engineers.
• Evaluate and recommend design options based on usability and accessibility.

Skills

User-centred design

Prototyping

Accessibility

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Tools

Figma

Job description

A technology company based in Manchester is looking for a User Experience Designer to champion user-centered design and enhance user experience across various projects. You will work closely with users, product owners, and engineers to ensure effective design solutions. Responsibilities include conducting user research, creating wireframes, and evaluating design options. The ideal candidate should be proactive and passionate about improving processes and products. Flexible working options and a supportive development environment are offered.