Agile Interaction Designer (Must hold current active SC Clearance)
The Company:
At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Agile Interaction Designer to join our dynamic team. You will work in a fast-paced Agile environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design intuitive, user-centered digital solutions. Your focus will be on delivering seamless interactions that meet user needs and business goals, leveraging research and iterative design principles.
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, developers, and user researchers to design user-centric interfaces.
* Create wireframes, prototypes, and interaction flows to visualize user journeys.
* Conduct usability testing and incorporate findings to improve designs iteratively.
* Work within Agile teams, contributing to sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
* Ensure designs are accessible and compliant with WCAG standards.
* Translate user needs, business objectives, and technical requirements into effective design solutions.
* Use tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD to create high-fidelity designs.
* Advocate for user-centered design practices and Agile methodologies across teams.
* Support the development of design systems and maintain consistency across products.
Required Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as an Interaction Designer in Agile environments.
* Strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design solutions, including wireframes, prototypes, and final designs.
* Proficiency in design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite.
* Experience with usability testing and integrating user feedback into design iterations.
* Understanding of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG 2.1).
* Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum or SAFe.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
* Knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
Desirable Skills
* Experience working with government services or regulated industries.
* Familiarity with the GOV.UK Design System and prototyping toolkit (if applicable).
* Certification in Agile frameworks (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster, SAFe Agilist).
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:
Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.
This role at Amber Labs is a Contract position or FTC, and all employees (Must hold current active SC Clearance). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.
What Happens Next?
Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.