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Design Lead

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Dublin
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Join a team dedicated to supporting the crucial mission of improving health outcomes.

At Merative,  you can apply your skills – and grow new ones – with colleagues who have deep expertise in health and technology. Merative provides data, analytics and software for the health industry. Our clients include providers, health plans, employers, life sciences companies and governments around the world. With industry-leading products and focused innovation, we help customers improve decision-making and performance so that together, we drive real progress in health. Learn more at merative.com

We are seeking a seasoned Design Lead with over 10 years of experience in designing and building accessible web applications. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a deep understanding of accessibility standards and a passion for creating user-centric designs that cater to diverse audiences.

Key Responsibilities: 

 

  • Collaborate closely with Agile software development teams to create and accessible enterprise web applications, actively participating in sprints, stand-ups, and iterative design processes to ensure seamless integration of design and development.

  • Remain hands-on in crafting and delivering high-quality designs, prototypes, and assets, directly contributing to the teams deliverables and overall output

  • Accessibility Champion: Advocate for accessibility best practices throughout the design and development process. 

  • Advocates for thoughtful design activities, specifically generative and evaluative user researchAdvocates that it is prioritized, completed, and communicated across the cross-functional product team. 

  • Design Strategy: Develop and implement design strategies that prioritize usability and accessibility, aligning with business goals and user needs. 

  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and QA specialists, to ensure design feasibility and fidelity. 

  • User Research: Conduct user research to inform design decisions and enhance user experience. 

  • Design Systems: Create and maintain comprehensive design systems and style guides that ensure consistency and accessibility across all web platforms. 

  • Stay Current: Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in web design and accessibility.  

  • Collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to align and prioritize experience heuristics, gestalt, and ensure user needs are prioritized appropriately. 

 

Basic Qualifications: 

  • Minimum of 10 years in web design with a strong focus on accessibility; at least 5 years in a leadership role. 

  • Proficiency in design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite) and a solid understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript). 

  • Knowledgeable in Design Thinking methods and framework. 

  • Clear understanding of fundamental design principles. 

  • Strong understanding of usability heuristics and user-centered design practices. 

  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills. 

  • A strong portfolio is showcasing web application design projects and a user-centred design approach. 

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