Principal UX Designer

A leading financial services company is hiring a Principal UX Designer to support their innovative technology team. This temporary position is based in Merrimack, NH, and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to enterprise-level digital product design. *Hybrid model featuring: 1 week in office (Merrimack, New Hampshire) / 1 week remote* *This is a W2 Contract role* *Houly rate: $80-86/hr* *Principal UX Designer Responsibilities:* * Lead the development of user interfaces that enhance usability, accessibility, and visual appeal across various platforms. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to define design strategies and solutions. * Create detailed storyboards, mock-ups, and prototypes to illustrate interaction concepts effectively. * Advocate for user-centered design principles, incorporating research insights and performance data to improve existing features. * Establish and maintain design standards, guidelines, and assets to streamline UI development processes. *Principal UX Designer Qualifications:* * Minimum of 8 years of professional UX or related design experience. * A degree in fields such as interactive design, architecture, industrial design, graphic design, or human factors is preferred. * Experience in Asset Management or investment application design is ideal. * Demonstrated ability to lead strategic design initiatives and work collaboratively across teams. * Strong skills in information architecture, prototyping, user research, and visual design, with effective communication and storytelling abilities. * Portfolio showing High Level UX Case Studies *Perks and Benefits:* * Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. * Life Insurance. * 401(k) Program. * Commuter Benefit. * eLearning and Ongoing Training. * Education Reimbursement. Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks. If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.