Job Description
Job Description
Salary : Role description
The Senior UX Designer leads design initiatives for scientific and technical applications, translating complex workflows into intuitive user experiences. This role works closely with product owners, managers, and software engineers to shape the look and feel of interfaces using Qt or JavaScript. While implementation is handled by software engineers, the ability to prototype or code is a strong plus. The Senior UX Designer also mentors junior designers and drives experimentation and innovation through A / B testing, rapid prototyping, or gamification strategies.
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead UX projects from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with business and user goals
Facilitate design workshops and prototype reviews with PMs and POs
Design high-fidelity prototypes and user flows that clarify scientific concepts
Use PowerPoint and other tools to demo design concepts before development
Collaborate with developers to ensure feasibility and alignment with Qt or JavaScript frameworks
Conduct advanced usability testing and A / B experiments to validate design decisions
Apply AI-enhanced UX techniques to improve personalization and user guidance
Explore and apply gamification principles to enhance engagement in scientific UX
Contribute to and maintain design systems and UI language consistency
Mentor junior designers and promote UX best practices across teams
Skills & Competencies
Expertise in Figma, Adobe XD, and PowerPoint for prototyping and demos
Deep understanding of Qt vs JavaScript UI design trade-offs
Strong grasp of UX principles for technical / scientific domains
Interest in gamification and its application to scientific interfaces
Strategic thinking and ability to balance user needs with business goals
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience with experimentation frameworks and data driven design is a pre
Qualifications & Requirements
Required :
Bachelors degree in Design, HCI, or related field
5+ years of UX / UI design experience
Portfolio showcasing complex design projects and strategic impact
Desired :
Experience designing for scientific or technical applications
Familiarity with Qt or JavaScript frameworks
Exposure to AI in UX or personalization techniques
Interest or experience in gamification design
UX certification or training in Design Thinking or Lean UX
Travel
Occasional travel may be required, depending on your location, primarily for team meetings.
Senior UX Designer • Calgary, AB, Canada