Job Description

UI/UX Designer IRYS Technologies is seeking a UI/UX Designer to play an essential role to our enterprise-level application development team. This role focuses on crafting intuitive and engaging user interfaces that meet both business objectives and user needs. The designer collaborates closely with frontend developers, backend developers, and the project manager to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality. Work Setting: Hybrid work setting with occasional in-office setting located in downtown San Antonio, TX.  Technical Process The UI/UX Designer follows a structured process to deliver high-quality designs: 1. Requirement Gathering and Analysis Stakeholder Meetings : Engage with product owners, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand project goals and user requirements. User Research : Conduct surveys, interviews, and focus groups to gather user insights. Competitive Analysis : Analyze competitor products to identify industry best practices and opportunities for differentiation. 2. User Persona Development Persona Creation : Develop detailed user personas representing key segments of our target audience. Empathy Mapping : Understand user motivations, frustrations, and needs to inform design decisions. 3. Information Architecture Sitemap Design : Outline the application's structure and navigation flow. Content Strategy : Determine how content is organized, prioritized, and presented to users. 4. Wireframing Low-Fidelity Wireframes : Create basic layouts to establish the structure of pages and screens. Feedback Loop : Share wireframes with the team for initial feedback and iterate as needed. 5. Prototyping Interactive Prototypes : Develop clickable prototypes in Figma to simulate user interactions. Usability Testing : Conduct internal testing sessions to identify usability issues early on. 6. Visual Design High-Fidelity Mockups : Design detailed UI elements, incorporating branding guidelines, color schemes, and typography. Responsive Design : Ensure designs are optimized for various devices and screen sizes. 7. Design System Development Component Library : Build a reusable set of UI components for consistency across the application. Style Guides : Document design standards and guidelines for use by the development team. 8. Handoff and Collaboration Design Handoff : Use Figma's collaboration features to share designs with developers, including annotations and specifications. Continuous Collaboration : Work closely with frontend developers to address questions and adapt designs as necessary. 9. Iterative Improvement Feedback Integration : Incorporate feedback from users, stakeholders, and team members to refine designs. A/B Testing : Implement experiments to test design variations and optimize user experience. Performance Metrics Timeliness : Deliver design assets according to the project schedule. Quality of Design : Adherence to usability principles and positive user feedback. Collaboration Effectiveness : Constructive communication and cooperation with team members. Adaptability : Ability to incorporate feedback and adjust designs promptly. Required Skills and Qualifications ~ Education and Experience ~ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. ~2-5 years of related experience  Security Knowledge Understanding of government security standards and regulations. Experience implementing authentication and authorization protocols. Knowledge of secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities. Soft Skills Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities. Strong communication skills for effective collaboration. Ability to work independently and within a team. Security Clearance Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain the required government security clearance. Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information securely.   Inclusion & Diversity IRYS Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Disclosure IRYS Technologies is an equal opportunity employer that uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization. Background investigations may be conducted to determine applicant's eligibility for a Department of Defense security clearance. If you are unable to use our online application to apply for this position, please use one of the following options to submit your resume and qualifications: Email our Recruiter: jadabell@irystechnologies.com with job title in Subject line Mail to our corporate office: DTSI 212 N. Alamo St. San Antonio, TX 78205 Attn: Recruiting - [job title]

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