• UI/UX Designer

    CAI (Trenton, NJ)


    UI/UX Designer

    Req number:

    R6402

    Employment type:

    Full time

    Worksite flexibility:

    Hybrid

     

    Who we are

     

    CAI is a global technology services firm with over 8,500 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

    Job Summary

    We are looking for a motivated UI/UX Designer ready to take us to the next level! If you have 4+ years of experience in UI/UX design and experience with designing and documenting user interfaces and experiences, and are looking for your next career move, apply now.

    Job Description

    We are looking for an experienced **UI/UX Designer** to drive discovery, design, workflows, and usability testing activities for internal and external applications. This position will be a **full-time contract** and **hybrid** role, requiring 2 days per week onsite in Trenton, NJ.

    What You’ll Do

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other designers to balance user needs and business requirements, ensuring delivery of user-centered experiences

    + Identify opportunities to optimize and simplify complex processes to reduce cognitive load and minimize user errors

    + Utilize the existing Design System and UI styles to maintain design consistency across applications

    + Create clickable prototypes to test design assumptions and hypotheses

    + Work with multiple application teams to deliver project-required deliverables on time

    + Perform design quality assurance during development

    + Conduct user research, including user interviews, usability testing, and creating user journey maps

    + Ensure designs and code are accessible to all users, adhering to WCAG 2.1 accessibility guidelines

     

    What You'll Need

    Required:

    + Bachelor's degree or certification in UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Psychology, or a related field

    + 4+ years of experience in website application UI/UX graphic design

    + 4+ years of user research experience.

    + 4+ years of experience designing and documenting user interfaces and user experiences

    + 2+ years of experience with WCAG 2.1 accessibility guidelines

    + Extensive experience in designing enterprise-level applications

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex research findings or user/business needs into actionable insights

    + Proficiency in interaction design, with a solid understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices

    + Proficiency in design and prototyping tools, including:

    + Adobe XD

    + Photoshop

    + Illustrator

    + InDesign

    + Dreamweaver

    + HTML5

    + CSS3

    Preferred:

    + Experience with the PEGA suite of applications

    + Familiarity with Agile methodology

    Physical Demands

    + Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

    + Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time, with occasional need to move around for meetings or testing

    + Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

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    Reasonable accommodation statement

     

    If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected] or (888) 824 – 8111.

    $58 - $68 per hour

    The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role receive paid time off and may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.