Software Designer- Visual, User experience (UX), Research

Job description

We are seeking full-time designers (across various profiles) to work in the Analytics Platform Services Design Team at IBM. Please submit PDF or URL for graphic design portfolio to be considered as a candidate.

Necessary Skills-
* Formal education or relevant experience in visual, interactive, or industrial design
* Demonstrated foundation in visual, interactive or industrial design tools. i.e., must have the ability to use industry standard design tools at a minimum of an intermediate level or higher
* Ability to pay close attention to detail
* Ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines
* Ability to work autonomously
* Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
* Demonstrated interaction skills
* Knowledge of HyperText Markup Language (HTML).

Designers will articulate and envision the future of IBM's entire portfolio of Analytics products. This will include the following disciplines:

We are looking for designers with the following skills (one or combination of):
User Experience Design -As a User Experience Designer, the candidate is the master of information architecture, user interaction, intuitive workflows and content prioritization. They will work with Product Management and Design Researchers to obtain market and user research and translate it into a draft of what the product will look like, how it will behave, and how it ties back to the user's goals - typically in the form of wireframes. Industrial designers with strong interaction design skills are welcome to apply.

Visual Design - As a Visual Designer, the candidate will specialize in organizing information visually to engage audiences emotionally and communicate effectively. They will demonstrate exhibited skills in visual design principles including typography, layout, imagery, color, etc. Demonstrated skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, and other tools are a must. Their work will provide end-users with an instant emotional connection to a product even before they start using it.

Design Research - As a Design Researcher, the candidate will specialize in uncovering user needs. They will be able to demonstrate a foundation in qualitative and quantitative research methods and a practical ability to interview and observe users. They will also have demonstrated abilities to use analytical techniques and your own judgment to prioritize design work and communicate those results to other members of the design team. Their findings yield insights that can be used to determine what people need from their tools, the exact points where users are abandoning solutions, and even help uncover the next big innovation in a product line.

Our position offers an opportunity to develop design skills with a multidisciplinary team of developers, designers and business professionals focused on the next generation of software. You will gain real-life experience with a corporate position that will not only impact IBM's bottom line but also influence the future of software. Positions require that the candidate have a proven foundation in leadership, problem solving, analytical thinking, multi-tasking, written and verbal communication skills as well as a focus on customer success.

This position will be based out of Austin,TX or San Francisco,CA

Auto req ID

58422BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Software Designer
State / Province

CALIFORNIA
Primary job category

Software Development & Support
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

Up to 10% or 1 day a week
IBM Business Group

Analytics
Preferred Education

Master's Degree
City / Township / Village

SAN FRANCISCO
EO Statement

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  English: Fluent
Country

United States
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  Formal education or degree in design or research.
Secondary Job Category

Design
Eligibility Requirements

·  None