Purpose
As a Senior User Interface Architect, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the overall user experience of our digital products. Your expertise will drive the design and implementation of intuitive, efficient, and visually appealing interfaces. You will also need to be hands on in implementing UX designs using traditional and AI driven implementation tools. Here are the key responsibilities and qualifications. This role requires a proactive and resourceful individual with a solid understanding of UX and UI tools, design, and implementations.
Essential Functions
Architect Digital Design Patterns: Develop and maintain reusable design patterns to ensure consistency and reusability across our products.
User-Centric Design: Translate user needs, business requirements, and usability findings into effective interface designs.
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with UX designers, product managers, and engineers to create seamless user experiences.
Leadership in the development and execution of a comprehensive UX/UI strategy aligned with business objectives.
Mentor architects and developers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
Partner with business stakeholders to understand needs and translate them into actionable technical strategies.
Monitor industry trends and competitors interfaces to keep our designs fresh and aligned with user expectations.
Identify and evaluate new technologies to ensure the team utilizes best-in-class solutions.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and partners.
Provide thought leadership and guidance on best practices.
All other duties as assigned
Skills Needed to be Successful
Extensive UI Expertise: Strong proficiency in React, Angular, and other relevant frameworks.
Strong knowledge of user interface and information design processes
Solid OOP Concepts: Understand object-oriented programming principles.
SQL Knowledge: Familiarity with databases and data modeling.
Experience with Agile software development methodologies.
Experience with Cloud Platforms: Azure, AWS knowledge is a plus.
Leadership Skills: Ability to guide and mentor other UI designers.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lead strategically and inspire others.
Required Experience & Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
Proficiency in JavaScript, CSS, and front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular).
Minimum 10 years of experience working in the IT industry including experience in UI/UX designs and development.
Minimum 5 years of experience with cloud and distributed architectures.
Minimum 3 years of experience in cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP etc.) preferred.
Minimum 2 years of experience with DevOps principles and practices.
Preferred Experience & Education
Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No direct reports