Position overview
The UX Designer (Level 2) reports to the User Experience (UX) Lead and plays a crucial role in contributing to the user experience design across various projects, including web and mobile applications, and stand-alone desktop applications.
Job responsibilities
- Contribute to ACER projects, providing UX design expertise in alignment with project requirements.
- Design and deliver wireframes, prototypes, user journeys and collaborate with UI designers to create high-fidelity designs that align with user-centric design principles.
- Use evidence-based design methodologies and tools to inform user interface design and user experience activities.
- Plan and conduct usability testing sessions and gather feedback from stakeholders to improve existing designs and validate design concepts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, product owners, and developers to ensure a cohesive and user-centred design approach.
- Effectively communicate design ideas and decisions to developers and stakeholders by substantiating them with clear and compelling evidence, facilitating a shared understanding of design goals.
- Contribute to internal documentation, design specifications, and user interface guidelines.
- Participate in stakeholder meetings and facilitate stakeholder involvement in the design process to support project implementation.
- Maintain a high standard of design work and adhere to ACER’s policies, standards, and practices.
- Undertake other duties as required as a team member of Information Technology.
Organisational accountabilities
- Proactively work towards achieving individual, team and organisational objectives while demonstrating ACER’s leadership behaviours:
- Developing Self – involves self-management, self-reflection and self-improvement
- Embracing Change – being open to change and leading change when appropriate
- Pursuing Excellence – ongoing search for new and better ways of working
- Setting Directions – strategic thinking and planning for the future
- Supporting Colleagues – supporting and contributing to the development of others
- Working Collaboratively – building highly effective internal and external relationships
- Actively work to create an equitable, fair and harmonious work environment which is free from harassment, bullying and discrimination by demonstrating respectful and courteous behaviour towards others
- Proactively foster an inclusive and diverse work environment which encourages and respects different experiences and perspectives, and values diversity of thought
- Comply with all occupational health and safety requirements, including following safe work practices for self and others
- Comply with all information security requirements, including completing regular security training and abiding by the standards and procedures laid out in ACER’s Information Security Management System
- Work in accordance with ACER’s policies and procedures
Skills, knowledge and experience
- At least 5 years’ experience in UX design, demonstrating an understanding of a user-centred design processes and proficiency in the elements and principles of visual design.
- Experience working with design systems and creating comprehensive design documentation for developer handover.
- Experience using common visual design and collaborative design tools.
- Experience conducting usability testing and translating insights into designs.
- Demonstrated experience actioning insights gained through user research and taking on board feedback from other stakeholders.
- Ability to think critically and analytically to solve complex design problems.
- Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage a range of tasks with conflicting priorities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; including an ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience implementing inclusive design practices and knowledge of accessibility standards and Universal Design principles.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- A strong commitment to delivering high-quality design solutions.
- Willingness to learn and demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
Education
An AQF level 7 equivalent degree or postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline or equivalent industry experience.
