The UX Engineer will work with Product and Platform teams and other IT stakeholders to design and build technology solutions that add value to the business.
The UX Engineer will be responsible for supporting Engineers and Developers to ensure that software products and technology solutions are intuitive, easy to use and easy to maintain.
Within the Product & Platform model the UX Engineer will work throughout the entire lifecycle of a solution from design to support.
UX Engineers will typically adopt DLA's preferred delivery methodology, Agile. However, they need to be flexible and adopt alternative methodologies where this is appropriate.
Main duties and responsibilities
Conduct user research to understand user needs and behaviours
Design and develop user interfaces that are intuitive and easy to use
Collaborate with Engineers, Developers and Product and Platform teams to create functional and aesthetically pleasing products
Create wireframes, prototypes, and mock-ups to test and refine product design
Optimize web app performance by improving page load times and reducing website errors
Ensure web app accessibility for users with disabilities
Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in UX design and front-end development
Conduct usability testing to evaluate the effectiveness of product design
Analyse user feedback and behaviour data to continuously improve product design
Identify the common design patterns and components that can be used across different products or services
Develop a library of reusable components, including UI components, icons, and typography
Ensure that the components are well-documented and easy to use by other designers and developers
Implement the component library in a way that allows for easy integration with existing codebases
Test and refine the components to ensure that they meet the needs of different products and services
Collaborate with developers to ensure that the component library is flexible and can be customized as needed
Update the component library as needed to keep up with emerging trends and technologies
About You
A UX Engineer requires a combination of skills including strong problem-solving ability, creativity, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. They must also have knowledge of user-centred design principles, web development, and programming languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Communicate effectively with IT professionals and business colleagues
Excellent written skills
Ability to develop simple solutions to address complex problems
Creative with an ability to develop attractive, easy to use designs
A team player who collaborates well with others
Self motivated with an appetite to improve current solutions
About Us
We're a global aw firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.
At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.
We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.
Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.
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