User Experience Researcher

Title: User Experience Researcher IV
Location: San Antonio, TX
Schedule: Onsite - Hybrid
Job Type: 2 year contract
Number of openings: 1
Interview Process: 1-2 virtual rounds
PORTFOLIO REQUIRED UPON REQUEST
JOB DESCRIPTION
Tasks and Responsibilities

• Provide development and support to the customer-facing design system including new components, defects, accessibility, and page templates
• Act as designer-developer, switching hats in both the areas of design & develop, as Subject Matter Expert (SME) assisting with decision making for some high visibility on-going projects
• Develop reusable and responsive, interactive patterns and code libraries that meet the highest W3 standards for HTML and CSS
• Create clean semantic HTML markup that passes WCAG & ADA Accessibility standards
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs standards
• Collaborate with analysts, developers and architects for successful implementation and component requirements
• Research, design, develop, test, build, and coordinate the conversion and/or integration of UX designs into the JS/Java codebase
• Participate in conceptualizing, prioritizing, and creating strategies for the product UX
• Develop well-structured and maintainable code that follows the best practices and industry standards
• Work with team members to develop UI prototypes as necessary and validate ideas with a data-driven approach
• Design and develop UI and UX interfaces
• Design and maintain design files, wireframes, and mock-ups
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them
• Remain current on user interface trends and programming techniques and suggest new tools and methods as necessary.
• May assist with new user interface testing and participate in usability reviews
• Work cross-organizationally with multiple teams and individuals

Minimum Qualifications

• High School or GED
• Deep experience in front-end web application development with hands on programming
• Experience with creating conceptual and detailed design solutions based on end user needs
• Expertise of cross-browser compatibility issues and client-side performance considerations
• Knowledge of using technology Storyboarding tools like Adobe creative suite, Sketch and Envision
• History of working with cross functional teams using Agile/Scrum methodologies .
• Experience with creating conceptual and detailed design solutions based on end user needs
• Experience with communicating and working with business, technology users to create holistic solutions
• Skills, knowledge, and experience using end to end Human centered design-HCD techniques including design, research, and usability

Preferred Qualifications

• UI/UX design or web developer certifications & training
• Previous experience of the Electric and Gas Utility Industry
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or applicable business degree from an accredited university OR Relevant business technical experience
• Proficient understanding of web markup, including HTML5, CSS3, and React
• Basic understanding of server-side CSS pre-processing platform (SASS)
• Exposure to front end user frameworks (Vue.js, Angularjs, Reactjs, Jquery etc)
• Familiarity with screen reader tools is a plus (VoiceOver, JAWS, NVDA)

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178 .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.