Strategic Staffing Solutions
Job Title: User Experience (UX) Designer
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-Time/Contract
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and creative User Experience (UX) Designer to develop and execute innovative, user-centered design solutions for applications and tools. This role is critical in shaping the end-to-end user journey, from product concept to release and beyond. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in UX design principles, strong problem-solving abilities, and the drive to lead and influence design across cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design and implement user experience solutions that align with product and user goals.
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Manage all aspects of UX design—from initial concept through production and ongoing updates.
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Create comprehensive UX deliverables including user research findings, personas, wireframes, visual mockups, prototypes, user flows, and navigation structures.
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Lead or contribute to complex, high-profile projects and provide direction to design teams when needed.
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Conduct user research and apply findings to inform design decisions and test innovative approaches.
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Utilize independent judgment to assess risks and ensure the quality of UX deliverables.
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Collaborate with product and tech teams to ensure seamless implementation of designs and support during development and testing phases.
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Maintain clear project schedules, timelines, and milestones to ensure timely delivery.
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Identify and solve moderately complex user experience challenges.
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Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to continuously elevate design solutions.
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Foster a collaborative environment by consulting with peers, stakeholders, and management to align on design vision and goals.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, or related field.
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4+ years of experience in UX design, with a portfolio showcasing a range of projects.
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Proficiency in UX tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, or similar.
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Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, research methodologies, and usability best practices.
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Experience working in agile or iterative development environments.
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Strong communication and collaboration skills with an ability to present and advocate for design decisions.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience leading design projects or mentoring junior designers.
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Familiarity with front-end development basics (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
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Experience designing enterprise-level or complex web applications.
Job ID: JOB-241348
Publish Date: 05 May 2025