Application Development - UX Designer - Long Term Contract - RemoteJob ID: 5536

Application Development – UX Designer – Long Term Contract – RemoteFor our direct client, a prestigious global firm based in Northern New Jersey, we are seeking an experienced UX Designer to join their application development team.This is a long-term contract opportunity, with an initial term of 6 months and the potential for extension. The role offers the flexibility of fully remote work, with occasional travel to the New Jersey office as needed.Key ResponsibilitiesInternal Tool & Platform Design

• Lead the design and redesign of internal digital platforms and tools, collaborating closely with design leadership and key stakeholders
• Partner with research teams to plan, execute, and analyze user research to uncover employee pain points and workflow challenges
• Develop user personas, journey maps, and experience blueprints for internal systems
• Design intuitive interfaces that simplify complex workflows and improve overall user efficiencyDesign & Prototyping
• Create intuitive, user-centered interfaces for global technology initiatives
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs aligned with user needs and project objectives
• Ensure all designs adhere to brand standards and industry best practices
• Provide detailed annotations and specifications to support seamless handoff to development teamsDesign Tool Management
• Create and manage scalable design systems within Figma
• Follow best practices to maintain consistency, usability, and efficiency across design assetsDesign System Creation & Management• Develop and maintain comprehensive design systems, including component libraries, design patterns, and style guides
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency in design language across products and platforms
• Establish processes for continuous updates and enhancements based on user feedback and evolving business needs
• Ensure design systems are scalable and adaptable to new technologies and platformsDesign Leadership
• Mentor and support junior designers, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement
• Lead collaborative design workshops and working sessions with stakeholders to drive alignment and innovation
• Advocate for user-centered design principles across the organization
• Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making related to design initiativesDeliverables
• Business and user requirements documentation
• Low-fidelity wireframes
• High-fidelity designs and interactive prototypes
• UX artifacts (journey maps, empathy maps, user flows)
• Research findings and insight reports
• Design system documentation and governanceSkills & Tools
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience designing B2B, AI-driven, or platform-based experiences is a plus
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma
• Experience creating detailed user journey maps and workflows
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional team environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Familiarity with tools such as Power BI, SharePoint, and Confluence is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentEducation & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in UX/UI Design, Product Design, Graphic Design, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
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