[Remote] UX Designer I

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Verisk is a leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry, empowering businesses to make better decisions. They are seeking a User Experience Designer I to join their Product Experience team, where the role involves designing user-centered solutions and collaborating with cross-functional partners to enhance the overall product experience.ResponsibilitiesDesign solutions to problems you may have never faced before using appropriate UX processes and tools while also conforming to established standards and guidelinesEffectively conceptualize, collaborate, and communicate with customers, stakeholders, and team members to achieve project goalsAdvocate for design and engineering best practices to our teams to deliver modern and performant experiencesBecome proficient with the existing feature set for your assigned product, particularly the most common workflows for each customer personaWork autonomously and think strategically to identify areas of opportunity within your assigned productContribute to and maintain existing visual and UX patterns in our design system and in our product to ensure a consistent, intuitive experienceProvide design feedback and mentorship to other designersCoordinate the creation of usability studies on a variety of projects and product featuresSkillsCollege degree, certificate, or equivalent training in user experience or a related field4+ years of work experience in user experience design or a related fieldA portfolio demonstrating user experience skills and understandingProficient with common UX design and research tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe CC, UserZoom, UserTesting.com, or MazeProficient in UX processes such as prototypes, wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, information architecture, process flows, and user flowsAdvocate for planning and executing effective customer researchDemonstrated leadership in an interactive design process that includes addressing and acting on feedbackConfident in designing reusable UX components or librariesClear understanding of current mobile and web technologies; understanding of desktop technologies a bonusFocused on empathy and bringing out the best in others through a collaborative and friendly approachBe an advocate for the product user and for design thinkingApply attention to detail and meet deadlinesSelf-starter with a collaborative attitude and excellent partnership skillsThe ability to conceptualize rapidly and creativelyAbility to simplify complex information and find creative solutionsA willingness to discard or revisit ideas that aren't workingStrong communication skillsAn eagerness to engage with and understand quantitative and qualitative data at scaleGuide projects from concept to delivery and ongoing improvementAbility to proficiently facilitate brainstorming sessions, cultivate the creative thinking process, build compelling presentation decks or videos, and present concept pitchesBenefitsHealth InsuranceA Retirement PlanDisability benefitsA Paid Time Off programA competitive total rewards package that includes base salary determined based on role, experience, skill set, and locationCompany OverviewVerisk Analytics is a data analytics and risk assessment firm for the insurance sector. It was founded in 1971, and is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.verisk.com.