UI/UX Designer

UI/UX DesignerSan Jose, California, United States$ 35.00 - 65.00 (US Dollar)About the Job UI/UX DesignerNote: This role is strictly for candidates within the United States only!We are looking for a talented and passionate UI/UX Designer to join our growing design team at Orvix Engineering. As a UI/UX Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience of our digital products and services. This is a unique opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary environment where your designs will directly contribute to the innovative engineering solutions we provide to our clients. You will collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to create user-centered designs that are not only functional but also visually compelling and intuitive.Key Responsibilities:UI Design: Create visually appealing, user-friendly, and responsive user interfaces for web and mobile applications that align with Orvix Engineering’s brand and design principles.UX Design: Conduct thorough user research, including user interviews, surveys, and usability testing to understand user needs, behaviors, and pain points. Translate these insights into intuitive user experiences that improve overall satisfaction and usability.Wireframing & Prototyping: Develop wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas and demonstrate the user flow and functionality of digital products.Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders, to ensure design feasibility, alignment with project goals, and adherence to timelines.Design Systems: Contribute to the development and maintenance of a comprehensive design system, ensuring consistency across all digital touchpoints and platforms.Usability Testing: Plan and conduct usability tests to gather feedback on prototypes and live products, iterating on designs to enhance usability and user satisfaction.Branding & Visual Design: Ensure that design solutions are aligned with Orvix Engineering’s brand identity and uphold high-quality visual design standards.Performance & Optimization: Collaborate with development teams to ensure the seamless implementation of designs, focusing on performance optimization and responsive design across various devices and screen sizes.Documentation & Handoff: Produce clear and detailed design specifications, assets, and guidelines to support developers and ensure smooth handoffs throughout the development lifecycle.Stay Updated: Keep up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and best practices, incorporating new techniques and ideas into your workflow.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, HCI (Human-Computer Interaction), or related field, or equivalent practical experience.Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio that demonstrates your expertise in both UI and UX design principles.Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar.Experience with prototyping tools like InVision, Marvel, or Principle.Solid understanding of user-centered design processes and best practices.Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate design decisions and rationale to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and responsive web design is a plus.Experience in the engineering or technical industry is preferred but not required.Personal Attributes:Creative: Passion for solving complex problems through innovative design solutions that meet both user needs and business objectives.Detail-Oriented: Exceptional attention to detail in visual design, ensuring a polished and consistent user experience.Collaborative: A team player who thrives in a collaborative, cross-functional work environment.Adaptable: Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities effectively.Analytical: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make data-informed design decisions.Curious: Always eager to learn new techniques, tools, and approaches to improve design processes and outcomes.Job Types: Full-timePay: $35.00 - $65.00 per hourExperience: 1 year (Preferred)Expected hours: 40 per weekWork Location: RemoteSchedule:Monday to FridayBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time off (PTO)