SENIOR UX & SERVICE DESIGNER - 13 MONTH CONTRACT - INSIDE IR35 Lorien leading Public Sector Client is looking a highly experienced Senior UX and Service Designer on an initial 13 month contract, running through to April next week. We are looking for a Senior UX & Service Designer with Back End development expertise to join our team. This role brings together user-centred design, service strategy, and technical implementation to create intuitive, accessible, and scalable digital services. You will play a key role in designing, researching, and developing services that meet the needs of users while ensuring they are technically robust and scalable. You will work closely with stakeholders, researchers, designers, and engineers to shape digital experiences that align with the Digital Scotland Service Standard and deliver real impact. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who can balance design thinking with hands-on development, ensuring seamless integration between user interfaces and Back End systems. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES User-Centred Design & Research: * Lead UX, UI, and service design, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for users. * Conduct user research to understand needs, behaviours, and barriers, translating insights into meaningful design solutions. * Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that align with accessibility and usability standards. * Advocate for inclusive and evidence-based design decisions, ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.1 and government standards. Service Ownership & Digital Strategy: * Define and own the end-to-end service design, ensuring smooth interaction between Front End and Back End services. * Develop and maintain design systems to ensure consistency across digital platforms. * Work closely with stakeholders, developers, and policymakers to align services with strategic goals. * Apply agile methodologies to deliver iterative service improvements. Backend Development & Technical Integration: * Develop and maintain Back End systems and APIs to support seamless user interactions. * Work with Node.js, Python, or similar technologies to build secure and scalable solutions. * Ensure integration between databases, microservices, and Front End applications. * Implement automated workflows and CI/CD pipelines for efficient deployment. * Apply best practices in data security, information governance, and API management. Data-Driven Decision Making: * Use data analytics and performance metrics to evaluate and refine services. * Conduct usability testing, A/B testing, and heatmap analysis to improve digital interactions. * Guide teams in making evidence-based product decisions that improve user experience. Collaboration & Agile Delivery: * Work with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement services. * Engage with public sector leaders, digital teams, and policy makers to define and refine service offerings. * Act as a bridge between designers, researchers, and engineers, ensuring alignment between technical and user experience goals. * Lead design critiques, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance team capabilities. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
21/02/2025
Project-based
SENIOR UX & SERVICE DESIGNER - 13 MONTH CONTRACT - INSIDE IR35 Lorien leading Public Sector Client is looking a highly experienced Senior UX and Service Designer on an initial 13 month contract, running through to April next week. We are looking for a Senior UX & Service Designer with Back End development expertise to join our team. This role brings together user-centred design, service strategy, and technical implementation to create intuitive, accessible, and scalable digital services. You will play a key role in designing, researching, and developing services that meet the needs of users while ensuring they are technically robust and scalable. You will work closely with stakeholders, researchers, designers, and engineers to shape digital experiences that align with the Digital Scotland Service Standard and deliver real impact. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who can balance design thinking with hands-on development, ensuring seamless integration between user interfaces and Back End systems. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES User-Centred Design & Research: * Lead UX, UI, and service design, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for users. * Conduct user research to understand needs, behaviours, and barriers, translating insights into meaningful design solutions. * Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that align with accessibility and usability standards. * Advocate for inclusive and evidence-based design decisions, ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.1 and government standards. Service Ownership & Digital Strategy: * Define and own the end-to-end service design, ensuring smooth interaction between Front End and Back End services. * Develop and maintain design systems to ensure consistency across digital platforms. * Work closely with stakeholders, developers, and policymakers to align services with strategic goals. * Apply agile methodologies to deliver iterative service improvements. Backend Development & Technical Integration: * Develop and maintain Back End systems and APIs to support seamless user interactions. * Work with Node.js, Python, or similar technologies to build secure and scalable solutions. * Ensure integration between databases, microservices, and Front End applications. * Implement automated workflows and CI/CD pipelines for efficient deployment. * Apply best practices in data security, information governance, and API management. Data-Driven Decision Making: * Use data analytics and performance metrics to evaluate and refine services. * Conduct usability testing, A/B testing, and heatmap analysis to improve digital interactions. * Guide teams in making evidence-based product decisions that improve user experience. Collaboration & Agile Delivery: * Work with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement services. * Engage with public sector leaders, digital teams, and policy makers to define and refine service offerings. * Act as a bridge between designers, researchers, and engineers, ensuring alignment between technical and user experience goals. * Lead design critiques, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance team capabilities. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Senior Software Engineer - Frontend (IoT Data) Up to £60K (DOE) Hybrid (Mon & Tues in office The company: This is an incredible opportunity to join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of smart IoT technology, where you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of efficiency and sustainability. The company's innovative IoT monitoring solutions are transforming industries by helping businesses cut costs, optimize energy usage, and stay ahead of environmental regulations. You'll be working on Real Time data tools that empower organizations to make smarter, data-driven decisions, improving everything from operational efficiency to environmental impact. With products like environmental monitors, temperature sensors, and energy usage trackers, the company is helping industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and renewable energy take giant leaps towards a sustainable future. This is your chance to work on groundbreaking technology that integrates seamlessly with intuitive online dashboards, delivering Real Time alerts, detailed data logs, and custom reports. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in an industry that's shaping the future of both business and the planet, this role is the perfect next step in your career. The Role: You'll play a key role in developing and maintaining high-quality, user-centric React applications for IoT data visualisation. You'll focus on performance, accessibility, and responsiveness while creating reusable components and Front End libraries. Your work will involve implementing interactive dashboards using Chart.js, conducting user research, and optimising UI/UX design. You'll also collaborate with designers and Back End engineers, integrating with RESTful APIs and staying up to date with the latest Front End technologies. Additionally, you'll mentor junior engineers and contribute to best practices within the team. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain high-quality React applications with a focus on performance and accessibility Build and maintain reusable components and Front End libraries Prioritise user experience through clear and contextualised data visualisations Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions Implement complex data visualisations and interactive dashboards using Chart.js Work with RESTful APIs and collaborate with Back End engineers on integration Ensure code quality through unit/integration tests and code reviews Participate in Agile development processes (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) Skills and Experience: Required: 3+ years of professional software development experience Strong proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript Extensive experience with React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and best practices Experience with data visualisation libraries like Chart.js Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming Experience in Agile environments and version control (Git) Excellent communication and collaboration skills Experience mentoring junior software engineers Preferred: Experience with NestJS, Chart.js Knowledge of Agile development methodologies Experience with AWS, Docker, Fargate Exposure to mobile development (React Native) Understanding of IoT technologies (LoRaWAN) Familiarity with machine learning applications in data analysis This is an opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-growing industry that's shaping the future of IoT technology. You'll work on meaningful projects that drive sustainability and efficiency, all while collaborating with a passionate team and growing your technical expertise. If this sounds like the right fit for you, apply now or get in touch to discuss the role in more detail!
21/02/2025
Full time
Senior Software Engineer - Frontend (IoT Data) Up to £60K (DOE) Hybrid (Mon & Tues in office The company: This is an incredible opportunity to join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of smart IoT technology, where you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of efficiency and sustainability. The company's innovative IoT monitoring solutions are transforming industries by helping businesses cut costs, optimize energy usage, and stay ahead of environmental regulations. You'll be working on Real Time data tools that empower organizations to make smarter, data-driven decisions, improving everything from operational efficiency to environmental impact. With products like environmental monitors, temperature sensors, and energy usage trackers, the company is helping industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and renewable energy take giant leaps towards a sustainable future. This is your chance to work on groundbreaking technology that integrates seamlessly with intuitive online dashboards, delivering Real Time alerts, detailed data logs, and custom reports. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in an industry that's shaping the future of both business and the planet, this role is the perfect next step in your career. The Role: You'll play a key role in developing and maintaining high-quality, user-centric React applications for IoT data visualisation. You'll focus on performance, accessibility, and responsiveness while creating reusable components and Front End libraries. Your work will involve implementing interactive dashboards using Chart.js, conducting user research, and optimising UI/UX design. You'll also collaborate with designers and Back End engineers, integrating with RESTful APIs and staying up to date with the latest Front End technologies. Additionally, you'll mentor junior engineers and contribute to best practices within the team. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain high-quality React applications with a focus on performance and accessibility Build and maintain reusable components and Front End libraries Prioritise user experience through clear and contextualised data visualisations Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions Implement complex data visualisations and interactive dashboards using Chart.js Work with RESTful APIs and collaborate with Back End engineers on integration Ensure code quality through unit/integration tests and code reviews Participate in Agile development processes (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) Skills and Experience: Required: 3+ years of professional software development experience Strong proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript Extensive experience with React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and best practices Experience with data visualisation libraries like Chart.js Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming Experience in Agile environments and version control (Git) Excellent communication and collaboration skills Experience mentoring junior software engineers Preferred: Experience with NestJS, Chart.js Knowledge of Agile development methodologies Experience with AWS, Docker, Fargate Exposure to mobile development (React Native) Understanding of IoT technologies (LoRaWAN) Familiarity with machine learning applications in data analysis This is an opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-growing industry that's shaping the future of IoT technology. You'll work on meaningful projects that drive sustainability and efficiency, all while collaborating with a passionate team and growing your technical expertise. If this sounds like the right fit for you, apply now or get in touch to discuss the role in more detail!
UX/UI Designer - Thriving Fintech That's All About People, Passion, and Purpose! They're not your typical fintech. They're a vibrant, down-to-earth team of passionate people who genuinely love what they do. They're growing fast and are on the lookout for like-minded creatives to join them on their journey. As a UX/UI Designer here, you'll be at the heart of shaping user-friendly digital experiences that not only look great but truly make life easier for our users. Your work will directly impact how people interact with their tech. We're looking for a passionate mid-level UX/UI designer or a driven high-level junior ready to step up. If you're mid-level and eager to grow into a senior role, this is the perfect opportunity - while it won't be senior right away, they'll support you on that journey! Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 - may be some flex for the right person Hybrid - 3-4 days onsite to start with. more flex after embedding yoursef in with the team and projects. What we are looking for: Strong grasp of user-centered design principles, tools, and approaches. Up-to-date knowledge of UI trends, design systems, and accessibility best practices. Practical experience with content design and agile methodologies in UX/UI projects. Understanding of the financial services industry, especially consumer credit products, regulations, and compliance. Awareness of company values, processes, and how they align with user-centered design goals. Skills: Proficient in creating and maintaining digital assets, wireframes, and interactive mockups using Figma. Skilled in user research, data-driven design, and applying UX best practices. Strong understanding of design systems, accessibility, and compliance with regulatory frameworks. Effective at documenting design decisions and presenting complex ideas to diverse stakeholders. Experienced in end-to-end design processes, prototyping, and advocating for user-first solutions. Some of the day to day: Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and evolve intuitive, user-centered experiences. Creating beautiful, responsive layouts that align with brand guidelines and design systems. Developing wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs that communicate clear interactions. Using UX tools (like Mouseflow and Google Analytics) and user research to inform and optimize designs. Ensuring consistency across UI elements, typography, and interaction design. Iterating on designs based on user feedback, data insights, and usability testing. For this team it's not just about designing products. It's about shaping experiences, growing together, and having fun along the way. If you are interested and feel the above matches your skill set, please do apply online for a conversation.
21/02/2025
Full time
UX/UI Designer - Thriving Fintech That's All About People, Passion, and Purpose! They're not your typical fintech. They're a vibrant, down-to-earth team of passionate people who genuinely love what they do. They're growing fast and are on the lookout for like-minded creatives to join them on their journey. As a UX/UI Designer here, you'll be at the heart of shaping user-friendly digital experiences that not only look great but truly make life easier for our users. Your work will directly impact how people interact with their tech. We're looking for a passionate mid-level UX/UI designer or a driven high-level junior ready to step up. If you're mid-level and eager to grow into a senior role, this is the perfect opportunity - while it won't be senior right away, they'll support you on that journey! Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 - may be some flex for the right person Hybrid - 3-4 days onsite to start with. more flex after embedding yoursef in with the team and projects. What we are looking for: Strong grasp of user-centered design principles, tools, and approaches. Up-to-date knowledge of UI trends, design systems, and accessibility best practices. Practical experience with content design and agile methodologies in UX/UI projects. Understanding of the financial services industry, especially consumer credit products, regulations, and compliance. Awareness of company values, processes, and how they align with user-centered design goals. Skills: Proficient in creating and maintaining digital assets, wireframes, and interactive mockups using Figma. Skilled in user research, data-driven design, and applying UX best practices. Strong understanding of design systems, accessibility, and compliance with regulatory frameworks. Effective at documenting design decisions and presenting complex ideas to diverse stakeholders. Experienced in end-to-end design processes, prototyping, and advocating for user-first solutions. Some of the day to day: Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and evolve intuitive, user-centered experiences. Creating beautiful, responsive layouts that align with brand guidelines and design systems. Developing wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs that communicate clear interactions. Using UX tools (like Mouseflow and Google Analytics) and user research to inform and optimize designs. Ensuring consistency across UI elements, typography, and interaction design. Iterating on designs based on user feedback, data insights, and usability testing. For this team it's not just about designing products. It's about shaping experiences, growing together, and having fun along the way. If you are interested and feel the above matches your skill set, please do apply online for a conversation.