Senior Designer

Full time; Exempt.

Location: Remote, IL, US

Department: DMI Software

Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (“Dovenmuehle”) is the leading mortgage subservicing firm in the United States with several hundred financial institution clients nationwide.

General Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior UX/UI Designer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior UX/UI Designer, you will be instrumental in shaping the user experience and interface design across our digital products. This role demands a passion for design, a deep understanding of user behaviors, and the ability to create seamless and intuitive user interfaces. You will work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to deliver exceptional digital experiences that meet the needs and expectations of our users.

Essential Functions And Duties

1. Lead the design of user-centric digital products from concept to launch, including websites, mobile apps, and other digital interfaces.
2. Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights, validate concepts, and make informed design decisions.
3. Develop and maintain design wireframes, mockups, specifications, and prototypes.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs are feasible and implemented accurately.
5. Guide and mentor junior designers, fostering a collaborative, productive, and positive environment within the design team.
6. Stay abreast of UX/UI trends, best practices, and technologies to continuously improve our products and design processes.
7. Contribute to the development and refinement of our design system, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our design efforts.
8. Present and defend design decisions to stakeholders, incorporating feedback to refine and improve designs.
9. Successfully complete annual regulatory compliance training.
10. Additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a proven track record of designing successful digital products.
3. Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects, including workflows, wireframes, and interactive prototypes.
4. Expertise in design and prototyping tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, and InVision.
5. Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, usability, and accessibility standards.
6. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and collaborate effectively with non-design team members.
7. Experience conducting user research and usability testing to inform design decisions.
8. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
9. Creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

The employee must be comfortable in either an on-site office setting, or a quiet, designated work from home space that is free from distractions and noise. The employee is regularly required to communicate (give/receive) information through multiple methods of communication with clear understanding from others. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position and or move about the organization or remote office. The employee is frequently required to stand or walk (or otherwise move through the organization); sit; use hands to type, write, handle, or feel and reach. May occasionally climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch; or lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Employees may be required to type and utilize a computer for long periods of time.

The employee may be required to frequently operate a standard variety of office equipment including computers, calculators, copy machine, computer printer and phones. The noise level, if working on-site, is usually moderate and typical of an office environment.

In accordance with applicable disability laws, Dovenmuehle works with applicants and employees to make reasonable accommodations to the job or work environment when doing so will enable an employee with a qualified disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job.