Hybrid User Experience Designer

at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence

• Job title: User Experience Designer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, London, United Kingdom

About the role

• UX Designer designing intuitive digital products for government clients. Collaborating with a diverse team to create impactful solutions utilizing user-centered design methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Create user-friendly, innovative design solutions that address complex challenges.
• Develop and present design concepts through wireframes, prototypes, and visual presentations.
• Evaluate and improve existing digital products with a focus on usability, inclusivity and accessibility.
• Conduct user research and testing to inform design decisions (e.g., interviews, usability testing, journey mapping).
• Lead and analyse usability testing, stakeholder interviews, and other user-centered design methods.
• Identify opportunities to improve the user experience and deliver business value.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, conduct knowledge sharing and mentoring of junior staff.
• Present design solutions to clients, backed by research and best practices.
• Advocate for user needs while aligning with business goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of user-centered design methods and tools.
• Proficient in design software such as Figma.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
• Due to the nature of our work, successful candidates for this role will be required to hold an active eDV before applying for this opportunity.

Benefits

• You’ll get 25 days holiday a year and the option to buy/sell and carry over from the year before
• Our flexible benefits package includes private medical and dental insurance, a competitive pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, taste cards and more
• You’ll have a dedicated Career Manager to help you develop your career and guide you on your journey through BAE
• You’ll be part of our company bonus scheme
• You are welcome to join any/all of our Employee Resource groups. These groups cover everything from gender diversity to mental health and wellbeing.