UX/UI Designer

We are seeking a talented UX/UI designer with 3+ years of experience to actively support our design process and contribute to the creation of interactive websites and apps. You will collaborate with senior designers, leveraging your analytical and creative abilities to support discovery, design, and production phases for projects in the public sector, higher education, non-profit, and government sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support project teams in understanding client business goals and user needs through research and analysis.
• Assist in the preparation and facilitation of workshops, surveys, and stakeholder interviews, helping to synthesize outcomes into actionable insights.
• Contribute to user research by creating personas and analyzing user needs and behaviors.
• Produce key UX deliverables such as site maps, wireframes, and prototypes, refining them based on real user feedback and testing.
• Solve UX challenges related to usability and findability, ensuring the design addresses user pain points.
• Collaborate closely with the Art Director to create polished, high-fidelity mockups that align with the project's art direction.
• Communicate design ideas and prototypes clearly to developers and clients, ensuring seamless handoffs.
• Stay informed about evolving UX/UI best practices and industry trends, continuously applying new knowledge to your work.
• Contribute to the growth of our design team and Evolving Web by sharing insights and learning from team members.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including designers, developers, and strategists, to create holistic design solutions.
• Participate in design-related events and community activities, contributing to the design culture at Evolving Web.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of agency experience, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work on digital projects.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with a strong understanding of visual hierarchy and a meticulous eye for design quality.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with clients and team members.
• Passion for conceptual thinking and design, combined with the ability to execute and deliver.
• High level of proficiency in Figma, including advanced use of auto-layout and variables.
• Knowledge of CMS platforms such as Drupal and WordPress, enabling you to design with implementation in mind.

Bonus Skills:

• Ability to communicate in French.
• Experience conducting user interviews, usability tests, tree tests, and other UX research methodologies.
• Basic working knowledge of HTML and CSS to better communicate with developers.

Remote Work & Collaboration:

• Location: Remote applications are welcome, but the candidate must be available during Montreal working hours.
• Tools & Communication: Use tools like Slack to stay engaged with your team and actively contribute to the company culture.
• Self-Management: Demonstrate exceptional self-management skills with proactive communication.

Benefits

• Impact: Work on projects for prestigious organizations that shape the digital experience of thousands of users daily.
• Challenge: Take ownership of complex design projects, contributing to high-quality creative solutions.
• Learning & Growth: Join a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development.
• Community Leadership: Be actively involved in organizing and attending industry-leading events like EvolveDrupal, EvolveUX, where you can present your work, lead workshops, and build your reputation as a digital design leader.
• Culture: Work within a diverse, global team that feels like a family.
• Flexible Hybrid Work: For Montreal-based candidates, we offer a hybrid schedule with three days in the office and two days remote. Remote options are available for candidates residing outside of the Greater Montreal Area.