TeamPeople is hiring: Drupal UX/UI Designer in Chevy Chase

As a Drupal UX/UI Designer at TeamPeople, your primary responsibilities will include auditing and enhancing editor themes, producing high-quality UX design solutions through various mediums such as wireframes and prototypes, and collaborating closely with our digital team and developers. You will also be responsible for implementing UX research methodologies to analyze user behavior and designing user interface elements like navigation menus and widgets.

To succeed as a Drupal UX/UI Designer at TeamPeople, candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in UI/UX design for digital products. Proficient knowledge of Drupal, Sketch, InVision, HTML, and CSS is essential, along with a strong portfolio showcasing your work on both web and mobile platforms.

Collaboration is crucial for the Drupal UX/UI Designer at TeamPeople. You'll work alongside our digital team and internal developers to create customized user experiences. This teamwork ensures that the designs are not only visually appealing but also function seamlessly across all platforms, enhancing overall user satisfaction.

At TeamPeople, a Drupal UX/UI Designer should have proficient knowledge of tools and technologies such as Drupal, Sketch, InVision, Visio, HTML, JavaScript, CSS (SCSS), as well as familiarity with iOS and Android design systems. Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite is also important, enabling you to create visually engaging graphics.

The expected outcomes for the Drupal UX/UI Designer at TeamPeople include delivering improved user experiences through enhanced usability and visual design, producing high-quality design solutions, and making the editing process more efficient for content editors. Additionally, you are expected to stay current with emerging trends to continually enhance our digital assets.

In my design process, I begin with user research to understand the needs and pain points of our target audience. I then create wireframes and prototypes to visualize the user journey and gather feedback. Throughout this process, I ensure that I collaborate closely with developers to align technical feasibility with design intent, followed by iterative testing and refinements until we achieve an optimal user experience.

I stay updated on the latest trends in UI/UX design by regularly reading industry blogs, participating in webinars, and attending design conferences. Additionally, I engage with professional networks on platforms like LinkedIn, ensuring that I am aware of emerging tools and techniques that can enhance my work as a Drupal UX/UI Designer.

I measure the success of my UI/UX designs through user feedback, analytics, and A/B testing. By analyzing user engagement metrics like bounce rates, conversion rates, and task completion times, I can assess the effectiveness of the design and make data-driven decisions for future enhancements.

One challenging design project involved redesigning an existing platform where user navigation was initially confusing. I overcame this by conducting user interviews to identify pain points, followed by creating an interactive prototype that simplified the navigation structure. Continuous feedback from users allowed me to iterate until the redesign met their needs effectively.

User feedback is a cornerstone of my design process. It provides critical insights into the usability and appeal of the designs, helping to identify areas for improvement. I actively seek user input through surveys and usability testing sessions, ensuring that the final product is user-centered and meets user expectations.

When facing tight deadlines, I prioritize tasks by breaking the project into manageable segments. I focus on key features that will deliver the greatest impact and communicate promptly with my team to ensure everyone is aligned. By maintaining an organized workflow and effective communication, I can meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.

I prefer tools like Sketch and Adobe XD for creating UI designs because they offer a wide range of functionalities, including vector editing and prototyping features. Their collaborative capabilities allow for easy sharing and feedback from team members, streamlining the design workflow.

When designing for both web and mobile platforms, I start by understanding the different user contexts and interaction patterns. I ensure that the design is responsive and adapts seamlessly to various screen sizes. Additionally, I emphasize touch interactions for mobile to provide a consistent yet tailored experience on all devices.

In a previous project, I improved a user interface by streamlining a complex form that users found overwhelming. I conducted usability tests, which revealed areas of confusion. I redesigned the form by breaking it into smaller sections and adding clearly labeled steps, which significantly boosted user completion rates and satisfaction.

To ensure accessibility in my designs, I follow established guidelines such as WCAG. This involves using sufficient color contrast, alt texts for images, and ensuring keyboard navigability. Additionally, I test designs with assistive technologies to verify that all users can access content without barriers.