UX Lead

Trident Search are working in partnership with a well established Threat Intelligence start-up who are growing their R&D team.

As a Lead/Senior User Experience (UX) Designer, you will be pivotal in shaping intuitive and impactful user experiences for our specialised Cyber Threat Intelligence solutions. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders, you will develop a deep understanding of the cybersecurity domain and translate user needs into innovative design solutions.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to effectively convey design ideas and concepts
• Work closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to comprehend Product Requirements Documents, user needs, and technical specifications
• Lead the UX design process for our flagship product, from user research and concept ideation to wireframing, prototyping, and final delivery
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and feedback sessions to gather insights and validate design decisions
• Define and maintain design systems, style guides, and UI components to ensure consistency and coherence across all product experiences.
• Provide engineers with precise specifications and collaborate to ensure that implementation meets all design requirements
• Stay current with emerging technologies, design tools, and UX trends to continually enhance our design process and deliverables

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Design, or a related field
• Over 7 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio showcasing your design process and deliverables
• Advanced proficiency with Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud
• Solid knowledge of major design systems (Material Design, Human Interface Design, etc.)
• Intermediate proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Understanding of key principles in typography, colour theory, user research, accessibility, and data visualisation
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to clearly and persuasively articulate design concepts and rationale
• Strong grasp of user-centered design principles, usability principles, and design thinking methodologies
• Ability to work on complex products for highly specialised professionals
• Proven experience leading design projects and working effectively in a cross-functional, agile environment
• Preferred experience in designing complex web applications, mobile apps, or digital platforms, including the creation of proprietary design systems