UX UI Lead

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

About DSC
DSC is a global leader in supplying foam materials to the footwear industry, collaborating with top brands worldwide. Our expertise in engineering advanced foam solutions ensures exceptional consumer experiences. With offices in
Portland and Michigan. Collaborate with suppliers and clients South Korea, India, Taiwan, and their state-of-the-art factories in China, Indonesia, and Vietnam, we prioritize top-tier production and timely delivery.

About the Position
Join the DSC Revolution: As the Creative UX/UI Lead at DSC, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our brands digital presence and integrating user experiences with IoT devices and products. If you are driven by creativity, innovation, and the desire to create seamless digital experiences that bridge the gap between technology and consumer needs, DSC offers an exciting opportunity to redefine possibilities in the sporting goods and footwear industry. Join our dynamic team, where we foster creativity, push boundaries, and celebrate remarkable achievements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to define
• project objectives, user requirements, and design goals for digital platforms,
• spanning from web design to tablet interfaces.
• Utilize graphic design expertise and user-centered design principles to craft visually captivating and user-friendly interfaces that effectively communicate brand identity and user intent.
• Lead the development of digital experiences that seamlessly integrate with IoT devices and products, ensuring a cohesive and engaging user experience across all touchpoints.
• Drive the creation of wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to visualize design concepts and guide the design process, considering IoT interactions and functionalities.
• Create high-fidelity UI designs considering layout, typography, color palettes, imagery, and iconography to achieve a cohesive and engaging user experience that aligns with IoT capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with the development team to ensure seamless implementation of designs and provide ongoing support throughout the development lifecycle, integrating IoT functionalities where applicable.
• Lead the development and refinement of design systems and guidelines to maintain consistency and scalability across all digital touchpoints, including IoT interactions.
• Conduct usability testing, gather user feedback, and iterate on designs to enhance usability and optimize user flows, taking into account IoT-related interactions and feedback.
• Collaborate with UX researchers to translate research findings into actionable design improvements, driving continuous enhancements to our digital products and IoT integrations.
• Fostering a culture of design excellence, collaboration, and professional growth within the team.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, design tools, and emerging IoT technologies to refine design processes and deliver innovative solutions that leverage IoT capabilities.
• Present and articulate design concepts to internal teams and clients, effectively communicating design decisions and capturing feedback.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Graphic Design, UX/UI Design, Interaction Design, CMF, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience as a UX/UI Designer, Graphic Designer, or similar role, preferably with a focus on integrating digital experiences with IoT devices and products.
• Demonstrated expertise in user-centered design principles, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity UI design across various platforms and IoT devices.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD), Sketch, Figma, etc.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide design teams towards achieving excellence in digital experiences and IoT integrations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey design concepts to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects
• simultaneously, and deliver high-quality results within deadlines and budget
• Constraints.
• Passion for creativity, innovation, and pushing the boundaries of design to create impactful user experiences that leverage IoT capabilities.
• Alignment with DSC's mission, values, and dedication to excellence in the sporting goods, marine, and footwear industry.

Have what it takes? Apply now!