Front End Designers

Description

Front End Designer

Step into a role where innovation meets impact as a Front End Designer supporting transformative digital services for a dynamic division. Join a collaborative team dedicated to enhancing user experiences and driving efficiencies across government programs. Your creative flair and technical expertise will shape the future of public digital interactions and make a real difference in the lives of Albertans.

Responsibilities

Develop evidence-based, innovative front-end design solutions aligned with corporate standards

Create and refine design artifacts such as wireframes, prototypes, style guides, and build-ready specifications

Contribute to design research planning and usability testing to enhance digital services

Provide justifiable recommendations for design decisions, ensuring stakeholder alignment

Participate actively in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives

Ensure accessibility standards are met and recommend improvements where needed

Qualifications

Proven experience as a front end designer with a robust portfolio demonstrating UX artifacts, including storyboards, wireframes, and prototypes

Strong proficiency in creating design solutions for various platforms and fidelities

Solid experience working within Agile teams and methodologies

Excellent communication skills to articulate design choices and collaborate effectively

Nice to Have Skills

Familiarity with human-centered design approaches and modern data practices

Experience in government or large-scale digital transformation projects

Knowledge of accessibility standards and compliance regulations

Preferred Education and Experience

Relevant degree or diploma in Design, User Experience, Human-Computer Interaction, or related fields

Several years of experience designing digital interfaces for diverse applications

Other Requirements

Ability to adapt to varying project needs and collaborate across multiple teams

Flexibility to work across multiple projects and adapt to evolving priorities

At Aplin - together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems - we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.

Skills

Type

Contract

Experience Required/Mandatory Skills

Nice To Have Skills

Location

Edmonton

Work Environment

1 year with possible 2-year extension

Rate

To commensurate with experience.