What are the responsibilities and job description for the UX / Interaction Designer V (W2 Only) position at NS IT Solutions?
Job Title: UX / Interaction Designer V (W2 Only) Location: Chicago, IL Work Type: Onsite Duration: 06 Months of contract LinkedIn Profile: Required for Submission NOTE: NO H1B // Local Candidates with DL Primary Skills: UX Design : Interaction Design : Lead UX Designer : Design Strategy : User-Centered Design : Visual Design : Typography : Color Theory : Omnichannel Experience : Web Design : Mobile Design : Design Systems : Prototyping : Figma : Adobe Creative Cloud : WCAG Accessibility : Inclusive Design : UI Trends : Cross-Functional Collaboration : Stakeholder Management : Airline Industry Position Summary Client is seeking a UX/Interaction Designer V for a client in Chicago, IL. This Lead Designer - UX role is responsible for driving design excellence and strategic vision, leading cross-functional initiatives, and mentoring design talent. The position sets design direction, manages complex experience design efforts, and fosters a culture of design excellence across the organization. Key Responsibilities Define and communicate design vision and strategy for large, multi-platform initiatives, aligning user needs with business objectives Mentor and develop design talent by providing coaching, feedback, and career guidance while maintaining high design standards Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, and leadership teams to advocate user-centered decision-making and manage competing priorities Lead complex experience design initiatives, ensuring consistency across omnichannel user journeys, devices, platforms, and touchpoints Establish and maintain design standards, principles, patterns, and quality guidelines for scalable and maintainable solutions Oversee high-fidelity prototyping efforts and partner with research teams to integrate user insights Contribute to the evolution and governance of the design system, including pattern development Required Skills (Must Have) 10 years of experience with mandatory lead-level design experience Airline industry experience Subject matter expertise in design principles, visual systems, and best practices, including advanced layout, typography, and color theory Deep knowledge of emerging UI trends, tools, and technologies with the ability to evaluate and implement new approaches Extensive experience designing for web, mobile, and emerging platforms Primary Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; advanced degree in Design, HCI, or a related field preferred 6-10 years of UX/UI design experience, including at least 3 years in a senior or lead role Proven experience leading and mentoring design teams Portfolio demonstrating strategic contributions and impact on complex design projects Strong communication and presentation skills with senior stakeholders Advanced proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud Expertise in accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices Demonstrated success collaborating with product, research, and engineering teams Experience with design strategy, planning, and resource management Ability to balance user needs, technical constraints, and business priorities Strong leadership presence, conflict-resolution skills, and ability to manage multiple complex projects Preferred Qualifications Experience working in large-scale or highly complex product environments Strong visual design expertise, including typography, layout, and color systems Experience with user research and usability testing methodologies Familiarity with front-end technologies across major platforms Warm regards, Vishal (Victor) Verma | Assistant Manager vishal@nsitsolutions.com NS IT Solutionswww.nsitsolutions.com
Salary : $60 - $65