About Project X
Project X Ltd. drives success by focusing on building teams of incredibly talented and client-focused people, who love to problem solve and work on tough data problems. We reward hard work and forward-thinking with recognition and a supportive culture that celebrates success and wants to see you grow.
Our team members are trusted advisors to our clients and offer innovative solutions that solve complex data problems. Collaboration, creativity, data knowledge and experience run deep in our veins. We are passionate about building long-term relationships with our clients and staying true to our values. When adding new members to our team, we also look for people that are aligned to our values.
We are also passionate about our people. Hiring and developing people that seek challenges, like to jump in and learn new things, and are happy to lend a helping hand to a peer is what makes us successful. We also take learning how to become a great consultant very seriously.
We understand that it's our people that make us great.
Role Summary
The Data Visualization Designer, Sr Consultant draws the connections between data, storytelling, and visual conceptualization and helps create dynamic user experiences for our internal teams and clients. They analyze data, derive answers and represent them in a visual way that creates insight and action to meet our clients' needs. They work with Architects, Designers, Business Analysts, and Developers to provide quality deliverables.
This position does not have any direct reports.
Major Areas of Responsibility
- Delivery Excellence
- Develop a deep, multilayered understanding of the business issues and the data challenges of the clients' organizations and their industries.
- Demonstrate collegial teamwork internally and with clients.
- Participate in the development of project plans and schedules.Data Visualization
- Develop a deep understanding of what data the customer needs and how the customer wants to use data and create an accurate representation of that workflow (Journey mapping, wireframing and other methods).
- Learn and use cutting edge tech to rapidly generate interactive and custom visualization for communicating data that drive insights on different platforms (e.g. : Windows, web, mobile, etc).
- Champion visual design best practices and visual cognition concepts.
- Create new concepts, mockups, wireframes, user experiences and designs for clients.
- Enhance and drive our formal user interface and experience processes.
- Data and application flow redesign.Innovation
- Apply new technologies to improve work efforts when available
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of, and adopt, relevant market trends and practices
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other
Detailed, practical working knowledge in :Data visualization best practicesHow to elicit requirements, dig deep for details and engage clients in discovery discussionsAbility to deliver in multiple software development lifecycle modelsTranslating but not placating customers; clarifying ambiguities and presenting information in a way that is structured, visually engaging and makes senseAdvanced knowledge in :User experience design methodologiesDesign software (Axure RP, Balsamiq, MockFlow, Adobe XD, etc),TableauAbove average skills in :Communication, collaboration, and flexibilityInnovation, creative, solution-based approaches to solving problemsLevel-headed decision making and ability to think on your feetWorking independently, delivery high quality work, time management.Leadership and integrityCustomizing and developing creatively stunning and dynamic visualizationsUI and UX processes, tools and skills for Web and Mobile in the context of data discoveryApproaching situations with a consultative mindset :Be receptive to change while maintaining adherence to scope, deliverables and project objectivesDefer issues as open questions to be addressed and follow-up with closure actionsRecognize and highlight scope changes early and manage expectations on achievabilityMaintain open communications with Project X regarding client relations & project statusRequired Education and Experience :
Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Software or Computer Science / Engineering fields or related industry experience or acumenMust have UI / UX experienceAround 5-8 years' experience on data visualization projects including three as a Data Visualization SpecialistTableau Certified Consultant or Tableau Certified Architect (Nice to have)3+ years of hands-on SQL for data analysisIn our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants, Project X Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, marital status or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. In addition, accommodation will be provided during the hiring process.
Project X is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.