UI / UX Designer - W2 (Mossville, IL &Tucson, AZ)

Location: Mossville, IL & Tucson, AZ
Employment Type: Contract (10 Months)
Work Authorization: W2

• Translate research insights and usability test findings into actionable, prioritized recommendations for UI design improvements
• Analyze user, customer, and business needs to create intuitive and engaging user experiences
• Apply and facilitate user research methodologies to gather meaningful insights
• Integrate user research into product design and continuous design practices
• Collaborate with designers and stakeholders to define prototype requirements for testing and iteration
• Document key UX goals, themes, behaviors, and interaction patterns for downstream UI teams
• Develop and maintain UX artifacts such as journey maps, user flows, and storyboards
• Define and document overall UX strategy, including design principles, interaction models, and experience guidelines
• Prioritize research initiatives and backlog in alignment with product roadmap and business objectives

• Bachelor's degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Psychology, or a related UX field
  (Equivalent experience of 2 3 additional years may be considered in lieu of degree)
• 5 years of experience in UX Design and/or UX Research

• Strong empathy and ability to synthesize user and stakeholder insights into meaningful design solutions
• Adaptive thinking with the ability to respond effectively to changing requirements and priorities
• Solid understanding of UI/UX best practices and core design principles
• Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma
• Experience with Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) and interactive system design
• Strong experience in prototyping and user-centered design methodologies
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Portfolio demonstrating design process, problem-solving approach, and delivered outcomes

• Experience in project management or leading UX initiatives

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to effectively communicate insights through compelling data storytelling