- Title: UX/UI Designer & Front-End Developer.
- Department: Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Unit.
- Supervisor: ICT Unit Manager.
- Scope of work: Websites, Systems, and Applications Development and Maintenance.
- Contract Duration: 4 months with possibility to extend.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
We are looking for a skilled and adaptable UX/UI Designer & Front-End Developer to join the Palestinian Museum team for a short-term fixed contract of 4 months with possibility to extend depending on the project needs and available budgets. While full-time commitment is preferred, we are also open to remote or part-time arrangements.
The ideal candidate will be responsible of designing intuitive and visually engaging user interfaces for web applications, as well as transforming these designs into functional, high-quality front-end code. This hybrid role requires a strong sense of design aesthetics, a solid understanding of front-end development, and a collaborative approach to create exceptional user experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- User Research and Analysis:
- Conduct user research to gain insights into target audiences and their needs.
- Analyze user behavior, feedback, and analytics to improve designs.
- Wireframing and Prototyping:
- Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to visualize design concepts.
- Iterate designs based on user feedback and team input.
- Interface Design:
- Design visually appealing and functional interfaces/screens for web applications
- Implement responsive and adaptive design principles to create seamless user experiences across devices.
- Collaboration:
- Work closely with the ICT department, admin and finance teams, full stack developer, and other stakeholders to translate business and user requirements into design solutions.
- Provide clear design specifications, assets, and guidelines to developers.
- Usability Testing:
- Conduct usability testing to validate designs and gather insights for further refinement.
- Ensure designs meet accessibility standards and provide inclusive experience for all users.
Front-End Development Responsibilities:
- Code Implementation:
- Translate design mockups and prototypes into high-quality and responsive front-end code using HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and JavaScript.
- Develop and maintain reusable components, modules, and front-end libraries.
- Collaboration with Back-End Teams:
- Collaborate with back-end developers to ensure seamless functionality.
- Troubleshoot and resolve front-end issues.
- Version Control and Deployment:
- Use version control systems such as Git for code management.
- Participate in testing and deployment processes.
- Best Practices and Trends:
- Stay updated on the latest trends in UX/UI design and front-end development.
- Advocate for coding and designing best practices within the team.
Scope of Prerogatives and Supervision
The UX/UI Designer & Front-End Developer will be responsible of designing intuitive and visually engaging user interfaces for web applications, as well as transforming these designs into functional, high-quality front-end code
- Direct subordinates: None
- Internal relationships: The project team and other related Museum staff members
- External relationships: Service Providers and Suppliers
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer and Front-End Developer, with a portfolio showcasing both design and development projects.
- Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Knowledge of modern front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js is a plus
- Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and similar applications.
- Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and usability best practices.
- Experience with responsive and adaptive design.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Knowledge of SEO and web performance optimization techniques.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with CSS preprocessors
- Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG).
- Familiarity with agile development environments.
- Basic understanding of back-end technologies and RESTful APIs.
Personal Characteristics
- Positivity and an open mind.
- Tact and good listening.
- Excellent communication skills in writing and speaking.
- The ability to analyse and implement project requirements and tasks.
- The ability to work within a multi-tasking team.
- Initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- The ability to live and work in Palestine legally.