IBM UX Designer 

India, Karnataka, Bengaluru 

297499744

What you’ll do

• Work with UX researchers to test concepts with users and integrate findings into the design direction through low and high fidelity mock-ups, patterns, prototypes and development-ready specifications
• Analyse and creatively solve complex user problems through user interface design, providing a usable, intuitive, efficient experience that has high standards in functionality and aesthetics
• Design information architecture, interactions, content, and navigation throughout the product experience, leveraging IBM’s well-established design systems to create consistent, delightful client experiences
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders, including product management, engineering, sales, marketing to craft UX solutions that aligns with business objectives and user needs
• Champion agile and design thinking methodologies and successfully manage projects from start to completion with minimal oversight
• Guide more junior designers and participate in UX reviews, critiques and guilds to help develop more effective and rich designs in our community
• Demonstrate committed and respectful collaboration between members of cross-functional teams and be part of promoting a positive team culture and work environment
• As a UX designer, you might expect your week to look something like this: 75% product design (product, storytelling, & presentations), 15% coordination and learning (meetings & critique) 10% project management

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in design (such as HCI, Interaction Design, Web Design, Graphic Design or related field), or Computer Science
• 2+ years of experience in UX or visual design
• A portfolio of work samples that demonstrate an understanding of user-centered design, interaction design, visualizations of complex experiences such as flows, scenarios, personas, etc. (any fidelity) and demonstration of delivering exceptional user-centered outcomes to market
• Mastery of design and prototyping tools such as Figma
• Strategic thinking with ability to untangle complex information and share it across teams in a digestible format, aligning design goals with business goals
• A drive to embrace technical domains and explain the problem space
• Solid understanding of fundamental design principles (typography, layout, grid systems, hierarchy, colour, composition)
• Experience in leading agile practices, design thinking and influencing projects through human-centered design principles
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills in English
• Ability to work from the office in Bangalore 3 days per week

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Advanced Degree in Design (such as HCI, Interaction Design, Web Design, Graphic Design or related field), or Computer Science
• 4+ years of experience in design
• Experience in B2B Cloud computing design
• Familiarity with enterprise design systems and accessibility standards
• Experience in applying user research to guide design decisions
• Desire to make the best products in the industry hands-down
• Infectious curiosity — always looking for opportunities to learn new things
• Self-motivation, an open mind and a sense of humor