What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Interaction Designer position at USC7 IDEXX Distribution, Inc. dba ICS?
As a Software Interaction Designer in the Veterinary Software organization, you will a lead the ideation and design of the user experience for IDEXX products through the application of user-centered methodologies. They use their visual and interaction problem solving abilities to deliver world class veterinary products. They work in a cross-functional environment with business partners, usability engineers and development teams. This is a unique opportunity to help build the foundation for IDEXX’s reporting function—shaping how data is captured and leveraged across the organization. You’ll be part of a highly collaborative and dynamic team with direct impact on the company’s financial success. Our work helps clients—veterinary clinics and professionals—make smarter, data-driven decisions that improve care and drive growth. IDEXX is innovating in the animal health sector, introducing products and data capabilities that are standard in other life sciences but new to this space. Many of our customers’ processes are dated, and this role offers the chance to modernize how they operate. The upside is significant: you’ll help bring transformative solutions to market and unlock new value for IDEXX and its partners. This is a hybrid role that must be in office 2x per week in Westbrook, Maine In this Role: Designs user interfaces for Company software, hardware and web products to meet customer needs and deliver optimum user experience. Leads interface idea generation, design and prototyping and works with project staff throughout development and testing phases to complete projects. Coordinates with product management, development, quality assurance, visual design and usability engineers to understand product requirements and identify solutions to user interface challenges. Develops creative responses to UX issues that arise during development and testing. Builds prototypes and simulations of user interfaces. Produces wireframes, flow diagrams, specifications and other design related documentation. Participates in user research and observes usability tests which are organized and facilitated by usability engineers. Extends and maintains pattern libraries, and other standards resources, to document common approach to Company user interface design. Builds interface design discipline as a component of the product development process Advocates for user-centered design process and contributes to overall user experience of Company products. What do you need to succeed? Expertise is B2C, particularly mobile Can handle dense data onboarding and can make simple experiences out of it AI interface experience is highly preferred Data Architecture Expertise: Strong knowledge of designing and implementing scalable data models, schemas, and data pipelines. Experience in quantitative analysis, problem solving, and data visualization. Experience with Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, or similar frameworks. Proficiency in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Expertise in cloud-based data platforms (Snowflake) Expertise in relational (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra) databases. Familiarity with compliance standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and best practices for data security and quality. Experience with principles and practices related to cloud technologies. Experience in SaaS environment. Systems and/or software design. Agile processes including Scrum, Kanban, and/or others. 7 years of experience working with big data and analytics Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Why IDEXX? We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from diseases. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people. So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement. Compensation includes a base salary of 130-140k per year plus bonus Let’s pursue what matters together. IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBT individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws. #LI-KS1 An innovation leader in every industry we serve, IDEXX follows its Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people. Approximately one-third of our team is located outside the United States.