Junior UX/UI Designer Full-time Job
Jan 31st, 2025 at 13:37 IT & Telecoms Calgary 20 views Reference: 11623Job Details
As part of a dynamic group of UX/UI Designers, UX Writers, and UX Researchers, you will help shape user experience solutions across our web, email, and mobile app channels. This role offers exposure to high-impact projects, contributing to WestJet’s digital strategy that delivers both the essential features our guests expect and the transformative experiences that define the future of travel.
This is a UI-focused role, requiring strong visual design expertise, backed by a solid foundation in UX principles to ensure a seamless user experience. We’re seeking a designer with a keen eye for detail, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to clearly articulate design decisions. You have a knack for taking things that are complex and making them understandable and relatable.
Key responsibilities include:
- Work independently and collaboratively with team members to enhance digital products, ensuring an intuitive user experience that bridges user needs and business goals.
- Design a variety of artifacts, including wireframes, interactive prototypes, and development-ready designs, aligned with strategic objectives.
- Present and defend design concepts to peers and stakeholders at all levels.
- Collaborate with UX Researchers to act on user research insights and testing feedback, integrating improvements into designs.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders and team members to foster collaboration and ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Contribute to the development, maintenance, and evolution of WestJet’s design system.
- Conduct periodic audits and reviews to enforce design standards and consistency.
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies, trends, and standards in UX/UI design, and identify opportunities to enhance the company’s digital presence.
Experience and qualifications:
- A recognized education in UX/UI Design, supported by a portfolio of recent work.
- 6 months to 1 year of professional experience or demonstrated proficiency in visual design and user experience principles.
- Strong competency with Figma or similar design tools.
- Creative thinker with the ability to solve problems and approach challenges with fresh, innovative ideas.
- Behavioral qualities such as integrity, professionalism, and respect.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish credibility among Product and Development teams.
- A passion for design, technology, and travel, with a drive to innovate and improve user experiences.
The benefits of being a WestJetter:
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
- A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
- Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
- Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs
Posting Close Date: 02/12/2025 (Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm MST)