UX Designer

Portland Webworks•Portland, ME

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

When you join Portland Webworks, you are joining an organization of talented individuals whose goal is to deliver high-quality software solutions in the public sector. Government is not usually known for having beautiful or user friendly software, and we are working to change that perception. At PWW you have an opportunity to create impactful solutions for real people across the United States and see your ideas come to life.

Requirements

3-5 years of UX design experience
Highly proficient in Figma creating wireframes and managing large design files
Exceptional presentation and communication skills.
Be a proactive participant in meetings
Willingness to accept feedback to iterate and improve on designs
Extreme attention to detail and organizational skills
Understanding of Agile methodologies
Passing a criminal background check due to client contracting requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience working at an agency a plus
Experience working in the public sector a plus

Responsibilities

Design user-centered wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and personas
Lead discovery sessions and requirements gathering with clients.
Translate user needs into intuitive designs
Conduct user research and usability tests to inform design decisions
Present designs and collect feedback from stakeholders and internal teams, advocating for user-centered solutions
Produce site maps and navigable information architecture
Hand off designs with detailed documentation to developers
Partner closely with a team of highly skilled software developers, project managers, graphic designers, and quality assurance professionals throughout the entire project life cycle
Manage multiple client projects and timelines at once
Conduct site audits and content review