Junior interaction designer

Grade
HEO (Junior)
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Important

As of 30 November 2024, this job description is aligned to the new GDD (Government Digital and Data) interaction design capability framework (opens in new tab).

You will

  • design and prototype user interfaces with guidance, ensuring alignment with user needs and business goals
  • collaborate with UCD professionals, including researchers, service designers, and content designers, to turn insights into effective and engaging designs
  • use data and evidence, with support, to iterate and refine designs based on user feedback and testing outcomes
  • advocate for user needs during the design process, ensuring solutions meet accessibility and inclusivity standards
  • clearly communicate design ideas and decisions to team members and stakeholders, contributing to the development of the service vision

Skills you need

It is essential that you can demonstrate the following experience in your application and at the interview:

  • competence in prototyping user interfaces at different levels of fidelity to test and validate ideas, choosing appropriate tools and methods
  • ability to use data and testing results, with support, to inform design decisions and create user-centred interfaces
  • clear and effective communication of design concepts and decisions to team members and stakeholders
  • an ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, facilitating discussions and managing expectations within a team environment
  • experience working on designs that are inclusive, accessible, and meet the needs of a diverse range of users
  • knowledge of agile working practices and the ability to iterate designs based on user feedback and changing priorities

It is desirable if you can demonstrate the following:

  • some understanding or willingness to learn prototyping in code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • analytical skills to identify and address straightforward issues within designs, with guidance