Senior Lead UX/UI Designer - New York, United States - Solomon Page

Description

Our client, a pet insurance company in NYC, is looking for Senior Lead UX/UI Designer (FTE). This role will involve crafting intuitive and visually captivating user interfaces to improve our mobile, desktop, and app experiences. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you'll delve into user requirements, develop wireframes, prototype designs, and deliver top-notch user experiences that resonate with our brand and business goals. This position is on site in the New York office.

Responsibilities:

• Lead alongside in the UI/UX design process for web and mobile applications, ensuring a smooth and captivating user journey from concept to launch.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers, developers, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and transform them into intuitive user flows, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes.
• Conduct competitive analysis to craft unique and user-friendly experiences while prioritizing simplicity and usability.
• Apply Product and UX best practices to develop visually appealing interfaces, and establish and promote well-defined design style guides.
• Design user-centered interfaces aligned with creative and business needs, showcasing our brand identity and design standards.
• Integrate customer feedback, usage data, and usability research insights into designs to optimize user experience systems and patterns.
• Develop and refine top-notch UI elements such as input controls, navigation systems, and informative components to improve the usability of UX designs.
• Create and enhance original graphic designs including images, infographics, and charts to enrich visual communication.

Required Qualifications:

• Possess over 7 years of experience in the UX field.
• Hold a degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Computer Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.
• Showcase a robust portfolio illustrating your expertise in product design for both web (desktop and mobile) and standalone mobile apps.
• Collaborate closely with Product and Development teams to ensure smooth delivery of new features, enhancements, and MVP products.
• Demonstrate proficiency in wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity designs using tools like Figma, Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop), as well as Sketch, InVision, Google Workspace, and others.
• Apply visual design principles effectively, including typography, color theory, and layout design.
• Possess a basic understanding of core web principles such as the CSS box model and relevant coding languages, along with familiarity with CMSs like Webflow or WordPress.
• Pay meticulous attention to detail and have a discerning eye for aesthetics.
• Excel as a team player with outstanding communication skills, capable of clearly articulating ideas, designs, and suggestions.
• Have experience in creating or managing Design Systems, including style guides, component libraries, or pattern libraries.
• While experience in insurance, banking, or other regulated industries is preferred, it's not a mandatory requirement.

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn

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