User Experience Designer

UI/UX DesignerFulltimeToronto, ON Key Responsibilities- Leverage emerging AI tools and technologies to enhance design workflows, accelerate ideation, improve research synthesis, and create innovative user experiences.- Lead end-to-end product design initiatives, from discovery and concept development through execution, validation, and launch.- Collaborate closely with researchers, product managers, engineers, data analysts, and business stakeholders to understand user needs, technical constraints, and business objectives, translating insights into impactful product solutions.- Drive product strategy by identifying opportunities, defining user experience vision, and aligning design outcomes with business goals and customer value.- Create user flows, wireframes, high-fidelity designs, prototypes, and design specifications that communicate ideas effectively across teams.- Advocate for user-centered design principles while balancing customer needs, technical feasibility, and business priorities.- Conduct and synthesize user research, usability testing, analytics, and customer feedback to inform design decisions and continuously improve experiences.- Contribute to and evolve design systems, interaction patterns, and accessibility standards to ensure consistency and scalability across products.- Partner with engineering teams throughout implementation to ensure design quality and seamless user experiences.- Mentor and support junior designers through design critiques, coaching, and knowledge sharing, fostering a culture of continuous learning and design excellence.- Facilitate workshops, design reviews, and cross-functional discussions to build alignment and drive decision-making.- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, AI-driven experiences, and best practices in product design, accessibility, and innovation.Qualifications & Experience- 5+ years of experience in Product Design, UX Design, Interaction Design, or related fields, supported by a strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end produKey Responsibilities- Leverage emerging AI tools and technologies to enhance design workflows, accelerate ideation, improve research synthesis, and create innovative user experiences.- Lead end-to-end product design initiatives, from discovery and concept development through execution, validation, and launch.- Collaborate closely with researchers, product managers, engineers, data analysts, and business stakeholders to understand user needs, technical constraints, and business objectives, translating insights into impactful product solutions.- Drive product strategy by identifying opportunities, defining user experience vision, and aligning design outcomes with business goals and customer value.- Create user flows, wireframes, high-fidelity designs, prototypes, and design specifications that communicate ideas effectively across teams.- Advocate for user-centered design principles while balancing customer needs, technical feasibility, and business priorities.- Conduct and synthesize user research, usability testing, analytics, and customer feedback to inform design decisions and continuously improve experiences.- Contribute to and evolve design systems, interaction patterns, and accessibility standards to ensure consistency and scalability across products.- Partner with engineering teams throughout implementation to ensure design quality and seamless user experiences.- Mentor and support junior designers through design critiques, coaching, and knowledge sharing, fostering a culture of continuous learning and design excellence.- Facilitate workshops, design reviews, and cross-functional discussions to build alignment and drive decision-making.- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, AI-driven experiences, and best practices in product design, accessibility, and innovation.Qualifications & Experience- 5+ years of experience in Product Design, UX Design, Interaction Design, or related fields, supported by a strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end product thinking and measurable business impact.- Proven expertise in designing complex digital products, enterprise platforms, SaaS solutions, or data-intensive applications.- Proficiency in modern design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, or equivalent design platforms.- Experience utilizing AI-powered design, research, or productivity tools to improve design outcomes and team efficiency.- Strong understanding of design systems, information architecture, interaction design, visual design, and accessibility best practices.- Demonstrated ability to conduct user research, usability testing, and data-driven analysis to validate assumptions and guide product decisions.- Experience working within Agile product development environments and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.- Strong business acumen with the ability to connect user experience improvements to customer satisfaction, product adoption, and business outcomes.