Avex Designs is hiringUX Designer

We are looking for a UX Designer, with extensive Shopify experience, to design eCommerce websites that meet people’s needs. You will combine interfaces and workflows to enhance user experience. In this role, you should be an analytical and creative designer who is able to grasp user needs and solve problems. A strong portfolio of successful UX and other technical projects is essential. You will work closely with UI designers and Solution Architects to implement attractive designs with consideration of the client's backend needs, various content data, and technical Shopify and App restrictions. Ultimately, you will make our product more user-friendly and intuitive to attract and retain customers. Potential to be a Full Time position.

Responsibilities

• Understand product specifications and user psychology
• Conduct concept and usability testing and gather feedback
• Create personas through user research and data
• Define the right interaction model and evaluate its success
• Develop wireframes and prototypes around customer needs
• Find creative ways to solve UX problems (e.g. usability, findability)
• Work with UI designers to implement attractive designs
• Communicate design ideas and prototypes to developers
• Keep abreast of competitor products and industry trends

• Shopify experience
• Proven experience as a UX Designer, UI Designer or similar role
• Strong portfolio of design projects
• Background in project management and research
• Familiarity with interaction design and information architecture
• Proficient in design software (e.g. UXPin, Balsamiq)
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS; JavaScript is a plus
• Problem-solving aptitude
• Analytical mind with a business acumen
• Excellent communication skills
• BSc in Design, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field

• 401K with company matching
• Remote (Optional / Hybrid)
• Untracked PTO and sick days
• Paid holidays
• Team lunches & dinners (Remote / In-person)
• Aetna Healthcare, Dental, Vision
• CitiBike Membership (NYC only)
• Gym membership discounts
  
• Compensation - 60-90k varying on experience

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

*Benefits Applicable if and when a Full-Time role, not applicable for Freelancers.