Description
We are looking for a Senior UX Designer to drive user-centered design across our digital products and platforms. This role requires a strategic thinker who can translate user research into actionable design solutions, creating cohesive, accessible, and innovative user experiences. The ideal candidate is a seasoned UX professional with strong expertise in user research, interaction design, and information architecture, capable of leading design projects from concept through to final implementation.
Key Responsibilities:
UX Strategy and Design Leadership: Define and lead the UX design strategy for new and existing products, ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs.
User Research & Testing: Conduct and oversee user research initiatives, including interviews, usability testing, surveys, and analytics reviews, to understand user needs and inform design decisions.
Wireframing & Prototyping: Develop wireframes, prototypes, and user flows to communicate interaction and design ideas effectively. Collaborate with UI designers to refine visual and interactive elements.
Information Architecture: Organize content and information to ensure users can navigate and find information intuitively, aligning with best practices for accessibility and usability.
Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams: Work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to incorporate technical requirements, iterate on designs, and deliver seamless product experiences.
Advocacy for User-Centered Design: Champion UX best practices and a user-first approach across the organization, providing insights into industry trends and evolving design standards.
Accessibility and Inclusive Design: Ensure all designs meet accessibility standards, optimizing for diverse user needs and promoting an inclusive user experience.
User-Centered UX Strategy Documentation
Comprehensive UX strategy documents aligning design objectives with business and user needs, including user personas, journey maps, and key design principles.
User Research Reports and Analysis
Documentation of user research findings, including usability test reports, survey results, and user insights, with recommendations for design improvements.
Wireframes, Prototypes, and Interaction Designs
Deliverables include low-fidelity wireframes, high-fidelity prototypes, and interactive mockups, demonstrating key user flows and interface layouts.
Organized content structures, navigation maps, and information architecture diagrams that promote intuitive user navigation and information retrieval.
Accessibility Compliance Audits and Reports
Accessibility audit reports based on WCAG standards, with documentation of design adjustments and solutions to ensure inclusivity.
UX Guidelines and Best Practices Documentation
Comprehensive UX guidelines for use by design and development teams, including best practices, design standards, and usability principles to maintain design consistency.
Cross-functional Design Collaboration Artifacts
Collaboration artifacts, such as annotated design specifications, feature checklists, and requirements documentation, to facilitate alignment with product and development teams.
SkillsExperience and Skill Set Requirements
UX Strategy & Problem-Solving Skills (30%)
Proven ability to define and lead UX strategy for digital products.
Demonstrated experience solving complex design challenges, translating user needs into intuitive interfaces.
Ability to balance business goals with user-centered design principles to create impactful experiences.
User Research & Testing Proficiency (25%)
Experience conducting both qualitative and quantitative research, including user testing, surveys, and data analytics.
Ability to synthesize research findings into actionable insights that inform design improvements and innovation.
Interaction Design & Prototyping Skills (20%)
Skilled in creating detailed wireframes, prototypes, and user flows that effectively communicate design intent.
Proficiency in UX design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD) and ability to collaborate closely with UI designers and developers.
Accessibility & Inclusivity (15%)
Strong knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and experience designing for users with diverse needs.
Commitment to inclusive design practices, ensuring all products are usable by as many people as possible.
Excellent communication skills, with experience advocating for UX best practices across diverse teams.
Ability to present design ideas clearly, receive constructive feedback, and integrate suggestions effectively.
Must Have:
Proven ability to define and lead UX strategy for digital products.
Experience conducting both qualitative and quantitative research, including user testing, surveys, and data analytics.
Proficiency in UX design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD) and ability to collaborate closely with UI designers and developers
Ability to present design ideas clearly, receive constructive feedback, and integrate suggestions effectively.
#J-18808-LjbffrRQ09368 - UX Designer - Senior • Toronto, ON, CA
Appnovation is a global, full-service digital partner that combines Strategy, Experience & Design, Engineering and Managed Services.We build digital solutions that deliver real impact today and ser... Show more
Are you a passionate and experienced UX designer who thrives on taking new initiatives from strategy to implementation? Are you excited about building user‑centred solutions that drive business suc... Show more
Become a Senior UX Designer focusing on delivering exceptional user experiences for Pega-integrated web portals.Your design expertise will lead innovation and user satisfaction.In this role, you'll... Show more
About the job RQ06302 - UX Designer - Senior.Experience in managing user stories with Agile, SCRUM, Lean, DevOps methodologies.Demonstrated experience with agile sprint management, bug tracking and... Show more
A digital product solutions company in Toronto is seeking a Senior Product Designer.The role involves defining user experiences, conducting research, and designing digital interfaces.Ideal candidat... Show more
Citco is a global leader in financial services, corporate governance, and related asset services with staff across 80 offices worldwide.With more than $1 trillion in assets under administration, we... Show more
A leading remote design firm is looking for an experienced product designer to create web and mobile interfaces.This is a fully remote position requiring 7+ years of design experience, especially w... Show more
A consulting firm is seeking a talented UX Designer to create user-centered digital experiences in Toronto.The role involves conducting user research, designing interfaces for web and mobile platfo... Show more
Take the lead as a Senior UX Designer at Staples, working alongside product and engineering teams in a hybrid setting to create best-in-class user experiences.Drive design that meets customer needs... Show more
We believe in the power of small, agile teams.We are decision makers with consistent collaboration across disciplines that drive the project vision and create a seamless player experience.Canadian ... Show more
Our client (a financial institution) is looking for a Senior UX Designer for a minimum 6 month contract with likely extension or perm opportunity to design user-focused, intuitive solutions that al... Show more
Transform the eCommerce experience with Knix as a Senior UX/UI Designer.Focus on innovative design solutions that resonate with customers across digital platforms.This role calls for a highly skill... Show more
Transform user experiences as a Senior UX Designer on a 10-month contract based in Toronto.This role focuses on leading the design process and improving digital interactions for users onsite.In thi... Show more
Mercor is seeking Product Design/UX Experts working on a research project.This project involves using your professional experience to make decisions about product design and taste preferences.Figma... Show more
Oversee end-to-end design projects, including user research, UX design, and service design initiatives, developing innovative solutions to meet user and business needs.Lead both primary and seconda... Show more
Excel as a Senior UX Designer, crafting meaningful experiences through rigorous user-centered design processes.Oversee projects across all phases, ensuring alignment with user needs.In this pivotal... Show more
Caseware is one of Canada's original Fintech companies, having led the global audit and accounting software industry for over 30 years, with more than 500,000 users across 130 countries and availab... Show more
About the job RQ09368 - UX Designer - Senior.We are looking for a Senior UX Designer to drive user-centered design across our digital products and platforms.This role requires a strategic thinker w... Show more
Craft impactful user experiences as a Contract Senior UI/UX Designer at Saatchi & Saatchi in Toronto.Contribute to award-winning campaigns while leading design innovation.Take your design career to... Show more
Be among the first 25 applicants.Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from Maarut Inc.Facilitating user experience design research through a n... Show more
