UI/UX Designer | User-Centered Design, Wireframing, Prototyping, Accessibility, Design Systems

Job Summary
Synechron is seeking an experienced UI/UX Designer to support the design and development of user-centered digital products. This role involves translating user requirements into engaging, intuitive layouts and prototypes, conducting usability testing, and collaborating closely with developers and product teams to ensure seamless implementation. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in user experience best practices, influence design standards, and contribute to delivering high-quality, accessible digital solutions that enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency.

Software Requirements

• Required:

  • Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, or Figma (latest versions) for creating wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs

  • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices

  • Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and data-driven design iterations

  • Excellent visual design skills, including layout, typography, and accessibility considerations

  • Ability to effectively communicate design concepts and rationale to stakeholders

• Preferred:

  • Experience working in Agile environments supporting iterative design and delivery

  • Knowledge of front-end development requirements to support design-to-development handoff

  • Familiarity with usability testing tools and analytic platforms to gather user insights

Overall Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements and translate them into wireframes, interactive prototypes, and detailed design specifications

• Conduct user research, usability testing, and stakeholder interviews to inform design decisions

• Collaborate with development teams to support the implementation of user interfaces, ensuring visual and functional fidelity

• Create and maintain UI/UX documentation, style guides, and design systems

• Lead ideation sessions, design reviews, and user testing to gather feedback and improve solutions

• Harmonize user needs with business goals, ensuring a consistent, accessible, and engaging user experience

• Advocate for user-centered approaches and best practices across projects and teams

• Stay updated with industry trends, new tools, and emerging accessibility standards

Technical Skills (By Category)

• Design & Prototyping Tools:
  Sketch, Adobe XD, Figma (required)

• User Research & Testing:
  Usability testing platforms, tools supporting A/B testing and analytics (preferred)

• Front-End Knowledge:
  Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for effective collaboration with developers (preferred)

• Design Systems & Style Guides:
  Building and maintaining consistent UI design standards and documentation

• Accessibility & Usability:
  Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and responsive design principles

Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience designing user interfaces and user experiences for websites, mobile apps, or enterprise digital solutions

• Proven track record translating complex requirements into clear wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs

• Experience conducting usability testing and integrating user feedback into actionable improvements

• Familiarity with Agile development processes supporting iterative design and delivery

• Industry experience in finance, healthcare, or enterprise solutions is preferred but not mandatory

Day-to-Day Activities

• Gather and analyze user and stakeholder requirements to inform design efforts

• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs supporting product features

• Collaborate with developers to support design implementation and address usability issues

• Conduct usability testing, analyze feedback, and iterate on designs for improved user experience

• Document design standards, style guides, and design system components

• Participate in regular design reviews, sprint planning, and stakeholder meetings

• Stay informed about industry design trends, tools, and accessibility standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field

• 3+ years of experience supporting UI/UX design initiatives in enterprise or product environments

• Certification in UX/UI design (e.g., NN/g, Adobe, or equivalent) is a plus

• Proven ability to develop wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs that enhance usability and engagement

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to create intuitive designs and improve user flows

• Effective communication skills for articulating design rationale and collaborating with stakeholders

• Creativity and innovation to develop engaging and accessible user experiences

• Collaboration and teamwork skills to work effectively with developers, product managers, and research teams

• Adaptability and willingness to learn about new tools, standards, and industry trends

• Attention to detail in visual design and usability testing to ensure quality outputs

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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