Version 1 - UX/UI Designer

About Version 1

Version 1 has celebrated 30 years in business, trusted by global brands to deliver technology and transformation solutions. We foster strong partnerships with leaders like Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, and Red Hat. We are an award-winning employer, recognized as a Great Place to Work for over 10 years, and celebrated for being a Best Workplace for Women and Wellbeing in the UK & Ireland. Our core values drive our DNA, and we invest in our people.

Job Description

• Design intuitive and engaging user experiences for prototypes and applications.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, mock-ups, and design systems to support product development.
• Ensure accessibility and responsive design across platforms (Web, Mobile, Desktop).
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate designs into functional code.
• Improve user experiences across platforms to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Document design decisions based on business requirements.
• Support internal staff through knowledge transfer sessions.
• Continuously improve user interfaces with a focus on simplicity, usability, and design clarity.

Qualifications

Essential

• 6+ years’ experience in the applications development lifecycle.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or similar.
• An online portfolio demonstrating UX/UI work.
• Understanding of accessibility standards and responsive design principles.
• Experience with HTML5, CSS/SaSS, and template engines.
• Familiarity with client-side and server-side JavaScript.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across business and technical teams.
• Effective communication in English, both oral and written.

Desirable

• Experience working with AI tools to support the design process.
• Experience creating front-end code and collaborating with development teams.

Additional Information

Version 1 offers a comprehensive benefits package:

• Salary Range: €55,000 - €70,000.
• Profit Share Scheme: Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share.
• Career Progression: Strong progression, mentorship, and a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme.
• Flexibility: Flexible/remote working to support work-life balance.
• Financial Wellbeing: Pension (5% employee-matched contribution), Private Healthcare, Life Assurance, Financial Advice, Employee Discount scheme.
• Employee Wellbeing: Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme.
• Leave: 24 days holiday allowance plus Public Holidays, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave, and special leave.
• Educational Assistance: Incentivised certifications (AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, Red Hat).
• Reward Schemes: Annual Excellence Awards & quarterly Star Awards.
• Community Initiatives: Involvement in Environment, Social, and Community First initiatives.

Version 1 is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and respect. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be provided during the recruitment process upon request.