Product Design Platform Lead

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Product Design Platform Lead with our corporate investment banking company in their New York, NY location. This is a 12 month + contract and hybrid remote position. Responsibilities : Participate and provide guidance in the creation of concepts, information architecture, user interface designs, wireframes, storyboards, prototypes, and specifications to meet project schedules Independently performs and leads the creation and updating of user interface and visual design guidelines and standards Provides UX expertise to the product definition and evaluation process utilizing multiple sources of information (field work, interviews, internet, intranet, market data / literature) Will review documentation of research findings presented to product and development teams, as well as new and modified user personals Partners at the leadership level to strategize / develop / implement visual styles that support platform branding to increase user effectiveness Know the key stakeholders and peers with the goal of better understanding the connection of their own work Interprets user feedback and insights to improve the user experience and serves as reviewer of usability activities and artifacts to ensure software applications meet customer expectations for use Ensures that the developed / revised product achieves the user's specified goals by establishing user-centered analysis, design, best practices, and standards Help organize team process as well as mentor and train more junior designers Be a strong communicator that checks for understanding and asks questions to understand others' point of view Advocates the user experience across the firm and facilities training for groups outside the UX team Requirements : 10+ years of experience as a design professional with a full understanding of UX and an area of specialization Highly independent, needing little instruction on day-to-day work and general instructions on new assignments Experience providing guidance and technical expertise for the most complex user experience activities that include user research and testing, interactive design, and visual design Able to synthesize situations and information across multiple factors as well as seek to build their expertise while applying company policies and procedures in the resolution of a variety of issues Comfortable giving design feedback and able to build good relationships with their immediate team and cross-functional teams Bachelor's degree in psychology, user experience, design, human computer interaction or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience required Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. Preferred Qualifications : Experience in the securities or financial services industry is a plus Advanced degree preferred TALENT PROFILE 10+ years of experience as a design professional with a full understanding of UX and an area of specialization Highly independent, needing little instruction on day-to-day work and general instructions on new assignments Experience providing guidance and technical expertise for the most complex user experience activities that include user research and testing, interactive design, and visual design Able to synthesize situations and information across multiple factors as well as seek to build their expertise while applying company policies and procedures in the resolution of a variety of issues Comfortable giving design feedback and able to build good relationships with their immediate team and cross-functional teams Experience in the securities or financial services industry is a plus Figma n / a Bachelor's degree in psychology, user experience, design, human computer interaction or a related discipline Advanced degree PROCESS & EXPERIENCE 3-4 rounds via MS Teams Pay rate range : $95.00 - $110.00 hourly If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10 : Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states / municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF) Remote opportunities available For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.