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Join StrongMind as a Junior UX Engineer and contribute to the design and development of user-friendly web applications, collaborating closely with developers to create impactful user experiences.

Responsibilities: Assist in creating wireframes, mockups, and prototypes, collaborate with developers, participate in design reviews, and advocate for the company's design system.

Skills: Proficient in design tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketch, or Figma; understanding of HTML and CSS; strong attention to detail; collaborative work ethic.

Qualifications: Pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Web Design, or related field; experience in UI/UX design is a plus; a passion for education is essential.

Location: Chandler, Arizona, United States

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $50,000 - $70,000.

As a Junior UX Engineer at StrongMind, you'll be part of a team dedicated to creating innovative and user-friendly web applications. You will assist in designing and developing wireframes, mockups, and prototypes while collaborating closely with developers to ensure the designs are accurately implemented. You will participate in design reviews and gain insight by observing users. You'll advocate for and implement the company's design system, to help create seamless experiences that delight users. Come join our dynamic and collaborative team and bring your creativity and passion for UX to make a real impact!

Primary duties and responsibilities:

Assist in the creation of wireframes, mockups, and prototypes
Collaborate with developers to ensure that designs are implemented accurately
Participate in design reviews
Observe users and understand their path to success
Advocate for and implement the company's pattern library and design system
Apply Lean Startup/Agile approaches to software development
Work in an open space/team environment (no cube walls)
Ask questions and commit to actively learning

Specific Job Skills/Abilities:

Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at the department level
Passion for delivering customer-oriented solutions
Proficient in creating wireframes, mockups, and sketches in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketch, Figma, or similar
Ability to create userflows
Understanding of HTML and CSS
Understanding of mobile design vs desktop design
Strong attention to detail
Passion for self-driven, continuous learning, both in and out of the office
Passion for Education is a must; experience in Ed-Tech helpful, but not required

Company-wide skills, abilities and expectations:

Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal form
Maintain a high level of customer service with both internal and external customers
Maintain a professional code of conduct, including professional language, actions, and attire
Maintain confidentiality of matters pertaining to clients and co-workers
Acknowledge and accept direction from company leadership
Demonstrate willingness and desire to work and collaborate with clients, co-workers, and the general public
Prioritize work and handle multiple tasks while working independently
Remain organized and plan effectively
Work well under pressure, pay attention to detail, meet deadlines and deal with difficult situations while maintaining composure, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
Examine data analytically, showing excellent reasoning and problem-solving skills as it relates to continuous improvement
Commit to professional and personal growth
Embrace a culturally diverse environment
Adapt to change while conveying professionalism
Meet quantitative and qualitative performance expectations and requirements
Display candor about one’s own opinions with the ability to commit to a final decision even when in disagreement

Education/Training:

Pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Web Design, or related field OR Bootcamp in UX/UI Design and HTML/CSS or similar
Experience as a UI/UX engineer or designer is a plus

Environmental Conditions: Collaborative open environment, office environment

The company will provide equal consideration to all qualified applicants for employment without regard of race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, or disability protected by law.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

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