Senior UX Strategist

An Introduction to Codal

Codal is an award-winning web design and development consultancy that helps enterprise organizations solve complex problems and accelerate growth through elegant, data-driven digital solutions. Our areas of expertise include application modernization, eCommerce, UX/UI design, product strategy, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. 

At Codal, you’ll collaborate with some of the most innovative organizations in the world and work on cutting-edge technologies that push the boundaries of design and software development. You’ll also be part of a community that promotes long-term success, not just for our clients but for each other. We’ll help you develop a professional roadmap that takes your career to new heights. 

What you will be doing

We are seeking a visionary Senior UX Strategist to join our team and help drive the user experience design process from research and ideation to execution and optimization. As a UX Strategist, you will play a crucial role in aligning business goals with user needs, creating strategies that enhance the overall user experience, and ensuring that our digital products are both intuitive and delightful to use.

What you’ll need to be successful (Requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or related work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in UX design, research, or strategy, preferably within a consulting environment. 
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful UX strategies.
• Experience with various qualitative and quantitative research methods and tools, including interviews, surveys, usability testing, and competitive analysis.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret user data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in UX design thinking and human-centered design principles.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead workshops and present findings and recommendations clearly and to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with UX and UI best practices and industry standards and to audit designs with those standards in mind.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Comfort working amid ambiguity and independently forging a path forward.

Bonus Points for these (Preferred Experience)

• Experience in Agile or Lean UX environments.
• Knowledge of front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards and inclusive design practices.

Need another reason to hit the “apply” button?

• Codal is a global agency with over 200 employees, and offices in the US, UK, and India 
• We regularly host happy hours, dinners, excursions, and other company events to unwind after a hard day at work
• Office snacks and drinks + a fancy Bevi water machine with flavored water 
• We offer Medical, Life, Dental/Vision, and many more insurance types 
• Employer 401k match - 4% 
• A recreational group that regularly competes in city leagues for softball and volleyball 
• An office in the heart of downtown Chicago with a gym, food court, Walgreens, rooftop bar, outdoor sports court, and other amenities
• Working hybrid for in-person collaboration and sprint-planning days

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At Codal, we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.