Lead UX Designer - Remote

Overview

As a Lead UX / UI Designer on an agile team, you will play a crucial role in leading a team to design intuitive, user-centered custom applications that empower our operations staff to keep trains running smoothly and on time.

In Short

• Lead UX/UI Designer position focusing on user-centered design.
• Collaboration with product owners, researchers, developers, and engineers.
• Manage design tasks within Jira.
• Conduct user research and usability testing.
• Develop and maintain design systems and component libraries.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and team standups.
• 25% travel required within the Northeast Corridor.
• Strong communication and advocacy skills necessary.
• 6+ years of UX/UI design experience required.
• Remote work with periodic in-person collaboration.

Requirements

• Senior-level UX/UI expertise with agile team experience.
• Advanced front-end UI skills.
• Proficiency in Jira for task management.
• Experience in creating and scaling design systems.
• Ability to advocate for design decisions.
• Experience in conducting user research and usability testing.
• Commitment to agile practices.
• Strong portfolio showcasing high-fidelity designs.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards preferred.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative agile environment.
• Engage with a diverse team of professionals.
• Contribute to impactful projects in the rail industry.
• Flexible remote work with travel opportunities.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.