We are seeking a highly motivated entry-level to intermediate UX / UI designer to join our UX team in a hybrid capacity in either of our Ottawa or Calgary locations.
At Nureva we strive to create experiences that follow a user-centered approach to design. The UX/UI designers will work both in up front research to help understand customer needs as well as embedded in a development team to deliver new product solutions in a scrum environment.
Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to push the boundaries of what is technically possible and to develop applications for global markets. The entrepreneurial environment at Nureva appeals to self-driven, flexible team players who learn quickly and are not afraid to seek out creative solutions to tackle hard problems.
You will
- Conduct user research to understand customer problems
- Collaborate with the UX team, product management and development to translate customer needs into product requirements
- Produce artifacts that communicate desired customer experience. (Personas, journey maps, storyboards, flow diagrams, wireframes)
- Create UI mock-ups and interactive prototypes
- Conduct usability testing with prototypes and revise designs based on user feedback
- Maintain a close understanding of the hardware and software development to ensure a smooth user experience
- Create visual design assets for development implementation
You have
- A university degree or equivalent, preferably in design, human-computer Interaction, or other related discipline (software development experience is also an asset)
- Work experience in a UX/ UI design or similar role
- A strong portfolio to showcase your UX/ UI skills
- Proficient experience in design software such as Adobe XD, Illustrator and Miro
- Experience with user interface design patterns and standard user-centered design methodologies
- A creative and natural problem-solving aptitude and have demonstrated good design process
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have
- Experience with Audio technologies, including hobbies and interests.
- Experience designing for IoT devices or software that interfaces with hardware.
- Experience with IOS app design and responsive web design.
- Experience with Flutter UI framework and implementation.
- Experience with Figma.
- Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment
We offer a competitive total compensation package, an open and collaborative office, and a great team environment.
Visit nureva.com by close of business on May 17, 2024. Please outline how you will make a difference on our team. We will spend time to help you understand the role and our company to ensure we are a good fit for you.