UX Designer (Local to Columbus, OH)

Sonoma Consulting Inc.

Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Ohio is seeking an experienced UX Designer to collaborate with teams in creating user-centered, multi-channel applications. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of IT experience, with at least 4-5 years in digital experience design. Responsibilities include creating prototypes, leading UX discussions, and understanding user needs. Proficiency in interaction design tools like Axure is essential, along with a relevant degree. This is an opportunity to innovate within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

8+ years of IT experience, with 4-5 years in designing digital experiences.
Firm understanding of user-centered design processes.
Experience in creating multi-channel UX designs.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with UX team members and stakeholders.
Create low-fidelity prototypes to inform discussions.
Lead UX presentations to internal stakeholders.

Skills

User-centered design

Responsive web design

Interaction design

Communication skills

Prototyping tools (Axure)

Agile development experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in design or related field

Tools

Axure or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Halo Group is a premier provider of IT talent. We place technology experts within the teams of the world’s leading companies to help them build innovative businesses that keep them one step closer to their customers and one step ahead of the competition. We offer a meaningful work environment for employees, attractive and interesting engagements for consultants, and cutting-edge digital innovation for our customers. We delight in helping our customers execute their digital vision. Halo Group's experienced consultants in Detroit, Atlanta and Dallas specialize in all areas of product/project governance, UX/UI, multi-platform applications, quality assurance/testing, cloud computing, and data analytics. Since its inception, Halo Group has been recognized for numerous awards, including INC 5000, Future 50, 101 Best and Brightest, Michigan 50 Companies to Watch, Goldline Research - “Most Dependable Companies”, Ernst & Young - “Entrepreneur of the Year” Finalist.

Job Description

Overview

Collaborate with UX teammates (UI designers, UX Researchers, Information Architects, Content Writers, Content Managers), IT teams, product/capability strategists, product owners, analytics teams and Digital UX leadership
Participate in ideation, design, evaluation, and detailed specification for existing and future products or experiences including online and mobile applications
Leverage a user-centered design process to design multi-channel experiences (including digital/mobile applications) for customers and associates
Identify user types and understand their unique needs and scenarios for use
Translate user and business requirements into UX artifacts (ex. User flows, page flows, wireframes)
Create low-fidelity prototypes (sketches, wireframes, semi-functional prototypes) that will inform requirements discussions and support usability testing activities
Lead UX team in presenting deliverables to teams and internal stakeholders
Leverage experience design tools/methods to understand both the full customer journey and detailed touch points that customers have with the brand
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Qualifications

Required Skills

Firm understanding of the user-centered design process and expert proficiency in interaction design tools and methods
Experience with responsive web design and mobile first approach
Balanced understanding of how specialized UX skillsets come together to create excellent user experiences (experience strategy, design research & usability, interaction and visual design, content strategy, front-end UI development)
Knowledge of current trends and UI conventions in the digital space and nuances between the most pervasive devices/platforms (smart devices, phone, tablet, desktop, Android and iOS)
Familiar with ADA compliance, usability standards and guidelines a plus
Proficiency with Axure (or equivalent) for UX documentation and prototyping
Excellent written and verbal communicator, capable clearly defending designs with reasoning grounded in UX principles
Comfortable with ambiguity early in projects and able to take a leading role in driving towards a solution
Bachelor’s degree in design, information systems, digital communication, human factors or human-computer interaction, library sciences or equivalent related experience
8 years of IT experience with minimum 4-5 years of experience in designing digital experiences
Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, demonstrating a mature ability to prioritize and manage time
Ability to develop working relationships with individuals across relevant departments in the organization

Desired Skills