Senior UX & UI Designer
Farnell Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair. Farnell are currently seeking maternity cover in our User Experience team. In this role you will work under our User Experience lead who has been with Farnell for over 20 years. As a Senior UX & UI Designer at Farnell, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience and visual design of our digital products. You will work in multiple Agile Squads and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and researchers, to create intuitive, visually appealing, and user-centred solutions. This role requires a blend of creativity, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of user behaviour. This role is a fixed term contract for 12 months and you will work on a hybrid model, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. What's in it for you? Along with offering a competitive salary package, we also offer:
- A supportive team environment where everyone really is working toward the same goal.
- A strong open door policy within management
- An environment where you will be given the tools and opportunities to further your career
- Pension scheme- Matched up to 8%
- Private Medical cover
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to buy additional holiday
- FREE Onsite Parking
- FREE Onsite gym
- Flexible home working
- Reward schemes
- User Research: Conduct user research to gain insights into user behaviours, needs, and pain points. Translate findings into actionable design strategies.
- Information Architecture: Develop and maintain a clear information architecture that optimizes the organization and accessibility of content and features.
- Wireframing and Prototyping: Create wireframes, interactive prototypes, and user flows to effectively communicate design concepts and interactions.
- Visual Design: Develop visually stunning, consistent, and responsive user interfaces that align with our brand guidelines and usability principles.
- Design System Governance: Establish and enforce design system governance principles, ensuring adherence to standards and best practices across all design work.
- Usability Testing: Plan and conduct usability tests to gather user feedback, identify usability issues, and refine designs accordingly.
- Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure design feasibility and alignment with project goals and timelines.
- Mentorship: Mentor and provide guidance to junior designers, fostering their growth and skill development.
- Stay Current: Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve and innovate in the field.
- Bachelor's degree in Design or HND.
- 5+ years of experience in UX/UI design.
- Proficiency in industry-standard design tools e.g., Figma (preferred), Sketch, XD, etc .
- Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
- Experience with user research techniques, including user interviews, surveys, and usability testing.
- Proven track record of designing successful digital products or applications.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, agile environment.
- Portfolio showcasing a range of UX/UI design projects and problem-solving skills