Are you passionate about user experience design and problem solving? Join Wolfram, the makers of Mathematica, the Wolfram Cloud, and Wolfram|Alpha! We are seeking a User Experience Designer whose mission is to transform complex problems into engaging and beautiful experiences for our users.
The ideal candidate will work in a fast-paced environment that fosters collaboration, communication, and ongoing inspiration by working with various teams across the organization, from business analysis and graphic design to development and QA. You will be skilled at sharing creative and intelligent ideas through detailed analysis, integration of the industry's best practices, and the creation of wireframes that communicate the requirements and stories effectively and thoroughly, as well as have expertise in user-centered design methodologies and the drive to learn about the various Wolfram technologies
Within our small UX team, you will be committed to helping our users create, develop, and learn using the Wolfram Language inside Mathematica, the Wolfram Cloud, and other products and services. You will be involved in projects that cover desktop, web, and/or mobile environments. We look forward to hearing from you!
Responsibilities:
- Bring forward-looking ideas to brainstorming sessions and workshops for our digital products and services
- Translate abstract concepts and complex visions into scenarios, use cases, and high-level requirements that lead to elegant user interfaces and experiences
- Analyze and assess current products and services for continuous improvement
- Consult the UX manager, director, or other senior UX designers on complex issues and courses of action, but come with research and recommendations
- Craft user stories, flow diagrams, clean and annotated wireframes, and interactive prototypes for web, desktop, and/or mobile interfaces that effectively communicate the design to executive stakeholders, graphic designers, and developers
- Become familiar with the Wolfram technologies and products that will go hand-in-hand with your designs
- Investigate competitive products and solutions from other markets to bring new ideas
- Conduct usability tests and analyze the resulting data
- Proactively manage your own list of projects, tasks, notes, and expectations to meet deadlines and communicate any needs and ideas to your manager
- Proactively consult the graphic design, business analysis, and development teams for feedback and questions
- Present your deliverables to various teams and stakeholders
- Advise other teams from the user experience point of view
- Stay informed and on top of the ever-changing industry trends, advancements in the field of user experience, and initiatives within Wolfram
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience as a user experience designer, interaction designer, or a similar role for desktop, mobile, and/or web applications
- Undergraduate or advanced degree in the field of human-computer interaction, human factors, information architecture, psychology, design, or another related field
- Strong portfolio showcasing a variety of deliverables (e.g. annotated wireframes, flow diagrams, research) that demonstrate a thoughtful approach to solving complex design problems
- Excellent written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
- Sharp eye for detail and strong understanding of user-centered design principles
- Familiarity with common design patterns for mobile, web, and desktop (both Mac and Windows) and modern design trends
- Experience in using OmniGraffle, Axure RP, or other prototyping tools
- Experience in performing competitive analysis and usability testing
- Working knowledge of programming languages, web technologies (e.g. HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, APIs), and emerging technologies (e.g. Internet of Things)
- Familiarity with Mathematica or the Wolfram Language is a plus
- Understanding of common software development life-cycle processes
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines under pressure, and defend your design choices to stakeholders, including those at the executive level, but be open and respectful regarding their decisions and recommendations
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field
Location: Champaign, IL, or remote
Apply online at careers.wolfram.com
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