Staff UX Designer

job summary: The UX designer will be responsible for conducting user tests to observe behavior both in-person and by using UX toolsets and metrics. Following testing, the UX designer will refine and tweak apps, software and websites to create a digital experience that the users will like and find easy to use. location: Chicago, Illinois job type: Contract salary: $62.59 - 67.59 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pmeducation: Bachelorsresponsibilities:• Evaluating existing applications and evaluating their UX (user experience) effectiveness• Measuring the human-computer interaction (HCI) element of a design• Using online tools, such as screen readers to determine effectiveness of media• Conducting user testing of applications, software and websites• Creating and implementing interaction models, user flows, and user interface specifications• Communicating scenarios, end-to-end experiences, interaction models, and screen designs with other members of the team• Developing and maintaining design wireframes and specifications of best practices to share with design team as new projects begin.Qualifications:• Technical Degree or related work experience• Portfolio of sample projects highlighting design for web based applications, mobile applications & consumer facing web sites and/or applications• Excellent IT and programming skills• Understanding of current web technologies and principles such as: responsive design, front-end markup and libraries such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery and Ajax methods• Understanding of Content Management Systems, Web Services and APIs.qualifications:• Experience level: Experienced• Minimum 8 years of experience• Education: Bachelorsskills:• UX Design• Figma• Java• jQueryEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.