TA Instruments is looking for a Senior-Level UX Designer/Researcher to define and shape the user experience of software used for experiment execution and data analysis on complex analytical lab instrumentation. The goal is to create intuitive interfaces that meet user needs and business goals, simplifying complex workflows.
Requirements
- Portfolio demonstrating design work from concept to shipped product, including usability testing insights.
- Proficiency in Figma (or similar) for wireframing, prototyping, and design systems.
- Experience conducting usability testing and applying findings to improve designs.
- Knowledge of HTML/CSS/JavaScript capabilities and constraints.
- Experience with complex system design (web-based applications for data analysis; scientific domain a plus).
- Familiarity with analytics tools and defining user-centered KPIs.
- Experience building or extending design systems.
- Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG).
Responsibilities
- Create and iterate on user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity prototypes following best practices and leveraging design systems.
- Produce responsive UI designs across different platforms, including browser-based and mobile contexts.
- Prepare engineering-ready deliverables (component specs, Figma designs, annotations) and collaborate with developers to maintain design fidelity.
- Extend and maintain the design system, ensuring consistency across products.
- Plan and execute usability studies on prototypes and live software to identify issues and validate design decisions.
- Develop test protocols and scripts, define success metrics, and synthesize findings into actionable recommendations.
- Analyze product analytics and user behavior data to inform iterative design improvements.
Other
- 5+ years in UX design for digital products across multiple platforms (desktop, mobile, touchscreen).
- Strong communication skills to articulate design rationale and influence stakeholders.
- Collaborate closely with product teams to conduct user research, create wireframes and prototypes, and design intuitive interfaces that meet both user needs and business goals.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to simplify complex workflows are essential.
- Participate in collaborative design reviews with stakeholders to ensure alignment with business goals and technical feasibility.
