[rmiug-jobs] Digest Number 4016
5a. Boulder, CO - User Experience Architect
Posted by: "Jeanne Leasure" jeanne.leasure@anark.com
jeanneleasure27
Date: Mon Jul 16, 2007 4:19 pm ((PDT))
USER EXPERIENCE ARCHITECT
Company
Anark Corporation provides powerful enterprise software and services
based solutions to organizations that need to cost-effectively
deliver high-end, interactive 3D based applications. Anark customers
such as Boeing, Cessna, Panasonic Avionics, USAF, Esterline and
Maserati improve efficiency, save money and communicate more
effectively with mission-critical interactive Product Configuration,
Product Visualization, Training, and Corporate Communication
applications.
Opportunity
Anark Corporation is setting a new standard for interactive digital
media performance and visual quality with the Anark Media Platform,
the industry's first truly integrated multimedia platform.
Anark is looking for a User Experience Architect with at least two
years of experience leading consulting engagements to uncover,
design and develop the layout, organization and hierarchy for
complex websites, web applications, and computer/web based training
(CBT/WBT) applications. Right now we need a User Experience
Architect with the knowledge to use information gathered from client
meetings, research and competitive analyses, to lead a team to
develop wireframes, user stories, use cases, storyboards and other
visuals to represent the layout, flow and organization of complex
web sites and/or web/CBT/WBT applications. Furthermore, the ideal
candidate will be able to work closely with the client and the
creative staff to translate usability requirements into practical
designs that accommodate usability as well as branding and design
needs.
Required Knowledge and Skills
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required to be successful at this job.
Excellent client-facing consultative skills including the ability to
lead client meetings.
Understanding of state-of-the-art commercial software development,
including object oriented technology, agile methods and appropriate
use of design patterns
Desire to learn and understand the business of Anark's clients.
Ability to design within or around existing constraints where
necessary, coping with the challenges of distributed development.
Ability to learn new methodologies and embrace, formulate and
promote evolving "best practices."
Equally comfortable behind a whiteboard or a keyboard, and possesses
the ability to teach an audience the principles of usable design and
information architecture.
Knowledge of current usability research, theories and methodologies
(especially user-centered design processes), and an intuitive feel
for how human factors activities provide unique value throughout the
development lifecycle.
Ability to channel the passion for good design into exploring and
comprehending the needs of the user.
Deep knowledge of user interface design principles, information
design, and web design.
Knowledge of–as well as hands-on experience with–user interface
evaluation techniques, including usability testing.
Knowledge of general business strategy and specific knowledge of web
strategy, including the ability to apply that knowledge to meet
client needs.
Familiarity with usability-related research services, periodicals,
thought leaders and industry best practices.
Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective
communication to clients and project team members, including prior
experience writing white papers, proposals, research reports,
articles and case studies.
Expertise in gathering, analyzing, and applying primary and
secondary research.
General knowledge of various web technologies and concepts and the
proper application of them.
Ability to complete multiple tasks and projects within deadlines.
Willing to travel for client calls and work off-site as needed.
Required Education and Experience
A Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science or closely related
discipline such as Human-Computer Interaction, Human Factors,
Psychology (Cognitive or Experimental), Interface Design, or
Computer Science.
2 to 3 years of relevant work experience.
Experience in the web/software development industry, CBT, WBT or
equivalent combination of education and experience.
Master's degree in related field is a plus.
Domain expertise in one or more of the following areas is a plus:
CBT, Aviation, Aerospace, Defense.
Experience with of state-of-the-art commercial software development,
including agile methods, object oriented technology and appropriate
use of design patterns
Work Environment
Work in an interesting, cutting edge, exciting, fun, energetic,
friendly and supportive work environment. Those are the words that
Anark employees use to describe their experience working in our
downtown Boulder office. You will get to learn new technologies and
processes on a regular basis and expand your skill-set. Managers are
confident in your skills and abilities and will let you work at your
own pace to complete tasks and projects. There's a trust between co-
workers that we're all experts in our respective areas, so there's
no need to make sure someone is on task. We also work hard and play
hard. We may work long hours to get a project done, but we know how
to relax and have fun too. There is a diverse set of interests among
all employees and so whatever your hobby or interest, you can find a
colleague to share it with at Anark.
Compensation
Commensurate with experience.
Contact
Post your resume directly to our Careers Site at
http://www.anark.com/careers/instructions.asp. You may also email it
to jobs@anark.com.
