On behalf of our client in the Security Software sector, Procom KW is searching for a UX Designer with at least 5 years experience. This is your chance to work with a company in an exciting industry, using the latest technologies, multiple platforms and environments and a sexy suite of products– what more could you want?
UX Designer Job Details
Reporting to the VP Product Management, the UX Designer will be working closely with Engineers and product owners to take product requirements and create complex and functional user interfaces that amaze the end users.
UX Designer Job Responsibilities
Transform requirements into software workflows that follow user requirements
Create wireframes, and high and low fidelity prototypes to express an exciting design vision
Work with the Engineering team and stakeholders to confirm design concept validity
Interact with the user community and internal product owners by conducting research and focus groups
Test designs to ensure UX is seamless and follows the UX of the product suite and recommend improvements
UX Designer Mandatory Requirements
BA in Visual Design, Computer Science or a related technical field
5–10 yrs experience in UX/UI design
iOS/Android/web/Windows experience
Expert using Adobe CC – Photoshop and Illustrator
Experience with CSS/HTML/JavaScript
UX Designer Nice to Have Skills
Practical experience with Agile and Jira considered an asset
UX Designer Start Date
Immediate
UX Designer Assignment Length
Permanent, full time
UX Designer Location
Waterloo, ON
If interested in this position, please send your resume to paigec@procom.ca
Reporting to the AVP, Digital Strategy, the Director, User Experience is a new role. The Director, User Experience and team will provide thought leadership and be the resident authority team on user experience and information architecture principles.
This person will have a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of business leaders, technology leaders, brand teams, and other key stakeholders to develop large growth businesses.
The ideal candidate will bring deep understanding of customer research, knowledge gathering, ideation, prototyping, design frameworks and concept visualization. He or she will bring years of experience building and leading a team ideally including user experience leads, architects and researchers. The Director, User Experience will partner and work with the business units and regions to ensure alignment incorporating feedback and best practices. This role will interface and have accountabilities for communication with a variety of stakeholders in Canada, the US and Asia.
Accountabilities
Develop and implement an enterprise level strategy for embedding user experience (UX) guidelines and best practices in the organization.
Provide strategic guidance in support of the user experience and information architecture service by understanding the direction and goals of the business.
Identify and champion the User Experience to deliver business value and increase the Sun Life Financial digital brand recognition
Identify innovation opportunities improving the customer experience and lead generation with a focus on creating and updating the digital properties to address user challenges.
Define and incorporate relevant UX, web and mobile usage research and date to appropriately inform design decisions
Create and effectively present UX deliverables; wireframes, workflows and paper prototypes to explain and negotiate design solutions to key stakeholder.
Define and measure metrics to track user satisfaction both overall and specific to strategic development
Build and maintain key relationships in Canadian, US and Asia with Marketing leaders by optimizing their digital channels and ensuring a customer-centric approach is consistent with the Digital Marketing vision and mandate.
Keep abreast of industry trends, web development technology and advancements insuring SLF provides best in class services
Staff and train the team according to strategic direction and technical requirements
Foster and promote a positive working and leaning environment
Skills
Strong knowledge of user experience design; information architecture and interaction design. Leading expert and thought leader in UX methodology.
Familiar with User Centered Design Process.
Ability to successfully manage and deliver on multiple projects.
Education and Experience
University or advance degree in business, marketing or communications
Minimum 7 years’ experience in digital environment
Experience with developing and executing UX strategy in a mid to large size corporation
Business minded and oriented
Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop relationships to influence change
Innovative problem solving skills and excellent analytical abilities
Strong ability to identify and implement process improvements
To apply
Please apply for this position by email at ashley.avolio [at] sunlife [dot] com. We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
RDM is a leading provider of specialized software and hardware products for electronic payment processing. RDM has pioneered electronic cheque conversion systems and web based image and transaction management services for banks, retailers, payment processors and government agencies.
Position Summary
We are doing a UI refresh of an existing web application and related mobile app. We are looking for someone to mock up screens in Photoshop, create assets, and create UI guidelines. For specific high priority modules, we also want assistance with usability reviews, workflow improvements, and a more intensive UI redesign. This is a large complex product and requires someone who has experience with software development processes. This is a 4-6 month temporary or contract position.
For more information about this position, and to apply, visit the RDM site.
“Henka,” which means change in Japanese is where the name for our convertible fashion and accessories company is derived. At Henkaa, everything changes and our flagship product is the innovative Sakura convertible dress, which is essentially one dress that can transform into infinite styles. The mission at Henkaa is to be a canvas that empowers women of all shapes, sizes, and walks of life to do more with less, to reuse and repurpose, to innovate, to educate, to share, to create opportunity, to grow, and to inspire us and each other. The Henkaa brand was started locally in Toronto, we proudly manufacture domestically in Canada and our sales have grown exponentially on a global scale. We are currently looking for a recent graduate to join our talented team as a UI/UX designer and take part in our quest to become the dominant vendor in the convertible fashion market. Check us out at www.henkaa.com!
position summary
Are you a brilliant problem solver, quick learner, self starter and excellent communicator who can embrace our dynamic culture and is eager to be a part of something really big? As the UI/UX Designer, you will define the customer experience, including online, email and mobile touch points to support Henkaa’s strategies and goals. You will build, enhance and improve UI flows. The UI/UX Designer is experienced in end-to-end user experience design, has a keen understanding of interaction design patterns/trends and understands the importance of strong effective UX design and how it impacts user experience, loyalty and overall customer satisfaction.
The position duties include but are not limited to the following:
Take ownership of the overall site usability – development, assessment and communication of website usage
Conceptualize, design and enhance user interaction designs from concept to go-live including page layout, online content, user interface graphics, icons, color schemes and content
Design for a variety of platforms focusing first on the web browser
Understand desired customer experience and produce innovative designs, interactions and flows to improve overall experience
Manage usability testing for prototypes and gather feedback for iterations of design
Analyze site metrics, drive usability testing and recommend changes
Providing information to management by assembling and summarizing data, preparing reports, making presentations of finding, analysis, and recommendations.
Define how people interact with our consumer sites
Brainstorm, research, wireframe, design and refine user experiences
Work with the team prototyping, designing and building new features
Develop and perform usability sessions with consumers
Implement designs and fully code applications front to back end using JavaScript, CSS and HTML
does this sound like you?
At least 3-5 years of experience in computer interaction, usability and user interface design best practices
Proficiency in design tools: CSS and dynamic HTML and Adobe Suite Master (Fireworks, Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver)
Experienced with responsive design methodologies
Ability to learn and adapt Usability and human factors Passionate about social product design
Strong organizational skills and an acute attention to detail
At Henkaa, we are constantly changing and adapting as we continually strive to make our company better and to provide a great, challenging and creative experience for our employees and customers alike. If you believe you would be a great fit in our growing company and would thrive in this role, then we want to hear from you!
What would I be doing in this role at Desire2Learn?
The Usability Specialist will work across product teams to define and implement user experience standards and best practices. They will provide research support at all phases of the design process. To drive integration of research findings, the Usability Specialist will develop written summaries and concept designs.
The Usability Specialist will also promote inclusive design by researching, specifying, designing and advocating for accessibility-oriented features and functionality. Additionally, they will act as an ambassador for Desire2Learn user experience both internally and within the larger user community.
What would my main duties be?
Conduct research into ergonomics and human-computer interaction (HCI)
Ensure overall consistency and ease of use of the product suite
Conduct design reviews
Responsible for accessibility reviews and evangelism
Conduct remote and in-person user research
Facilitate user-centered design practices throughout the Product Design function
Create and maintain all necessary patterns and design guides
What is Desire2Learn looking for from me?
Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience planning and facilitating usability testing, focus groups, and customer interviews
Experience with software development life cycles including Agile or other project methodologies is an asset
An exceptional understanding of fundamental design principles and graphical design fundamentals
Knowledge of eLearning and/or Learning Management Systems is an asset
Education Recommendations
Post-secondary degree in human factors or interaction design (or equivalent professional experience)
Company Description
Be part of the excitement as Desire2Learn continues to grow and expand! Founded in 1999, Desire2Learn is a stable and growing company that is transforming the way people teach and learn. Desire2Learn is a leader in providing innovative eLearning solutions to academic and other leading organizations around the world. We have a proven track record of client success. Our outstanding service and support has made us the partner of choice for leading organizations around the globe. We take great pride in providing our clients with the best learning environment possible. As our name suggests, we’re passionate about creating solutions that can ignite the desire to learn in anyone. With a focus on user experience, accessibility, mobility, platform security and reliability we deliver systems that our clients and their learners can count on anywhere, anytime.
To support our unique and thriving culture, Desire2learn’s highly skilled employees are encouraged to drive innovation and excellence in a dynamic environment which promotes collaboration, continual self-improvement, and effective communication. We look for people who want to make an impact and be a part of something big. We are seeking superstars who demonstrate a strong entrepreneurial drive, an enthusiastic and dedicated mindset and a thirst for challenge. The ability to think on your feet and work successfully both in independent and team-settings is essential. You will grow professionally as you help us grow as a leader in providing eLearning solutions!
Innosphere Systems, a Guelph-based software and information technology company, is looking for a User Experience Designer. All the details can be found in the position description on their website.
Immediate Opportunity for an Interactive Designer for Multiple Projects.
Located in Kitchener-Waterloo, our client requires the immediate services of an Interactive Designer to be responsible for executing a wide range of interactive, mixed media design projects for a variety top tier clients (for example retail, travel, manufacturing) and diverse applications. The projects that the Interactive Designer will be involved with are to include eLearning modules, instructional video and interactive Flash presentations with SCORM compliant comprehension testing.
The Interactive Designer will create website designs and other web-based communication devices such as ad banners and Flash video / animation interfaces. He/she will use a wide range of applications including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, Presenter and Soundbooth.
Reporting to the Creative Director, the Interactive Designer will work with a team on some high profile clients in various industries such as retail, tourism and professional services and will collaborate closely with a team of Graphic Designers, Writers and Program Managers. He/she will assist in the creation and delivery of projects on a tight timeline and will be expected to make creative decisions regarding the editing of projects based on written scripts or input from the Creative Director. This is to ensure quality control and consistency of the final product. The Interactive Designer will perform technical editorial functions including audio recording and editing, colour correction, graphic design and integration.
Qualifications
The Interactive Designer is to have 3 or more years of proven work experience in graphic / web design and will have a post-secondary Diploma/Degree in Graphic, Web and/or Multimedia Design. The successful candidate will have moderate knowledge of Actionscript; any experience with video (Adobe Premier or Final Cut) is an asset (but not required).
The Interactive Designer must be fluent in the use of Adobe Media Encoder for video encoding solutions and compression. He/she will be required to demonstrate an understanding of branding and marketing strategies and implementation. He/she must also be an eager collaborator and an active contributor to the creative team, someone who is creative, highly organized self starter who works well independently. He/she must have a keen eye for detail and strong work ethic complemented with the ability to handle multiple assignments and the determination to get the job done.
To Apply
To register and apply with us today, please go to:
Similarly, you can forward your resume to The Creative Group at toronto@creativegroup.com quoting the job title Interactive Designer in the subject line of your e-mail.
About Us
The Creative Group, a division of Robert Half International, specializes in placing highly skilled marketing, advertising, creative, web and public relations professionals on a project and full-time basis with advertising and public relations agencies, Fortune 500 companies and small to mid-sized firms. We are faster at finding you work because of our strong network – we reach out to over 12,000 creative and marketing hiring managers each week. In addition to our free job search services, we provide our candidates with access to competitive skills training, benefits and compensation packages. Our company again was named to FORTUNE® magazine’s “World’s Most Admired Companies” list, ranking #1 in our industry (March 19, 2012).
The Creative Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To learn more, contact your local office at 1-888-846-1668 or visit us online at http://www.creativegroup.com.
Job: User Experience Designer (1 Year Contract Position)
Company: Blue Coat Systems Canada, Waterloo, Ontario
The Company
Blue Coat Systems is the technical leader in application delivery networking. Blue Coat offers an application delivery network infrastructure that optimizes and secures the flow of information to any user, on any network, anywhere. Blue Coat offers unmatched visibility into the security and performance of business applications and web traffic running across the networks of the distributed enterprise and provides the comprehensive application and user control required to contain costs, enhance business productivity and respond quickly to changing business requirements. Trusted by many of the world’s largest organizations including 97 of the Fortune 100, Blue Coat has shipped more than 20,000 proxy appliances.
The Products
The Blue Coat Proxy SG™ family of proxy appliances provides total visibility and control of Web communications with wire-speed performance. Based on Blue Coat SGOS™, a custom, object-based operating system with integrated caching, these proxy appliances leverage existing authentication systems to enable flexible policy enforcement down to the individual user. Proxy SG combines comprehensive proxy support of all Web protocols with integrated content filtering, instant messaging control, peer-to-peer (P2P) control, streaming control, pop-up ad blocking and virus scanning. Blue Coat’s end-to-end product portfolio includes powerful reporting, policy and configuration management software – delivering a scalable proxy solution for centralized or distributed enterprise environments.
The Opportunity
The Waterloo User Experience team owns the revitalization of the user interfaces for our products. We are looking for a UX Designer to join our team. You will be responsible for designing rich and engaging user experiences for web and mobile applications and helping to define the user experience across Blue Coat products.
The typical duties for this position would include:
Create and maintain documentation (typically wireframes) that enables engineers to build software that fosters a delightful user experience
Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts, Product Management, Documentation teams and Engineers
Participate in regular brainstorming sessions, design reviews and other team-wide design efforts
Assist in standardizing design patterns and visual designs in our products
Conduct user research through the design process to ensure we are meeting customer needs.
The Requirements
User interface design experience, preferably in complex systems.
Post secondary education in Psychology, Information Systems, Computer Science or related discipline.
Understanding of interaction design and experience in applying user-centered design methods.
The following would be a real plus for the position:
Ability to translate user needs or other engineering analysis to design requirements.
Background in requirements gathering (interviewing and observation skills)
Ability to work in cross-functional teams
Effective communicator who is able to work in teams locally and remotely
Wireframe design experience
Graphic design
If you are looking for a challenge in a fast paced company, come and join Blue Coat!
The user experience of the Aeryon Scout is what sets it apart from the pack. We’ve made an aerial vehicle that can be flown by anyone using Google Maps and we’re looking to enhance our current design. As Aeryon’s UI/UX Designer, you would own the user experience, transforming ideas and turning them into real-world product designs.
Job Description
Work closely with the R&D team to build product demos, prototypes, and interfaces
Define user interface design standards for Aeryon products, optimize ease-of-use and achieve an integrated and consistent product look and feel
Represent the “user experience ” and translate customer requirements into defined product features and specifications
Conduct ongoing research on user interface development
Required Skills
Bachelors degree preferred along with 4+ years relevant design experience
Portfolio required to demonstrate front-end product design and graphic skills
Strong graphics production capability experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and other graphics tools
Experience with Agile software methodology
Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with the team as well as outside vendors
Experience managing multiple design projects
Detailed-oriented and committed to delivering dynamic, visually appealing design under tight time constraints
Willingness to learn new programming techniques and skills
Our mission at Sortable is to make it easy for people to make decisions about which product or service to use, for example their next camera, phone, or tv purchase, or their next meal, movie, or trip. Sortable’s focus is making these decisions easy for ordinary people by handling all the data analysis and surfacing the best options in simple, beautiful interfaces. Sortable is a 7 person engineering driven startup, our fast growing websites are used by millions of visitors each month, and we need to expand!
We need talented frontend engineers to help us build simple and powerful web interfaces for mobile and desktop users. Designing interfaces that make complex tasks simple is what drives you. You live and breathe HTML5, CSS3 and Javascript — we’re talking clean, minimal markup, with fast page loads, and responsive layouts for multiple devices. At Sortable you’ll have the opportunity to build software that get used by millions of people. Join us to change how people make decisions online.
Skills
Extensive HTML5, Javascript, jQuery and CSS3 experience
Experience with Scala, Java or C#
User interface design
Mobile frameworks such as PhoneGap
Ability to take responsibility and release features users love that drive our vision forward
Top-notch communication skills – we’re a small team, you’ll need to fit in well
Bonus: Worked at a startup before, active in open source, personal projects, active blog, linux experience, spending way too much time researching which product to buy
Environment
We use Scala for most of our development. In addition, we have written tools or services in Python, Bash, and Java. We want our team of developers to have fun and be productive, so we’ll expect you to bring your own ideas and suggestions as to what hardware and software should be used.
Other tools and services we use include: Lift, PostgreSQL, Redis, Mercurial, Jenkins, Amazon Web Services (EC2, S3) and Ubuntu.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries (80-120k+ based on experience and ability), health benefits, equity in the company, and kick ass developer machines. If you’re interested in building the future of how people make purchase decisions with a group of nice, funny, smart people, then Sortable is the place for you.
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About uxWaterloo
uxWaterloo welcomes anyone with an interest in user experience (UX) design, whether you're a seasoned veteran or hoping to get your career started. Located in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, we meet once a month and engage in a range of activities such as workshops, presentations, or informal meetups over food & drink.
