BDO - New York, NY
posted 3 months ago
The Director, Digital Transformation & Innovation UI/UX Design (Director) is a key leadership role responsible for spearheading the creation of intuitive and user-friendly digital experiences tailored to the complex nature of our tax products. This position is pivotal in our digital transformation journey, where the Director will establish and lead the UI/UX functional area. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of user interface and user experience design, with a proven track record of simplifying and enhancing user experiences for intricate products. The Director will not only contribute individually but will also build and lead a dedicated team focused on redefining user experiences in the tax industry. In this role, the Director will set the vision and strategy for user interface and user experience design, ensuring alignment with our digital transformation and innovation initiatives. They will develop and maintain design guidelines, best practices, and standards while acting as a strong individual contributor. The Director will design intuitive interfaces and experiences for complex tax products, adhering to human-centered design principles. Additionally, they will mentor and lead a team of UI/UX designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The Director will create wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows, and site maps to effectively communicate design ideas. Collaboration with product managers, developers, and stakeholders is essential to understand requirements and integrate user feedback into design decisions. Conducting user research and usability testing will be crucial for gathering insights and iterating on designs to improve user satisfaction. Staying updated on the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and technologies will be part of the role, as well as championing user-centered design across the organization. The Director will present and defend designs to peers and executive-level stakeholders, providing input into BDO's Tax digital transformation and innovation strategy.