Human-Centered Design Engineer

Job Summary

To bridge the gap between user needs and technical execution, the full-time contracted Human-Centered Design Engineer will lead qualitative research, create interactive prototypes, and conduct usability tests in a remote setting to enhance the usability of healthcare products for physicians and clinical staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research through interviews, field observations, and surveys to identify needs and usability pain points
• Translate research findings into personas, journey maps, and service blueprints to inform product development
• Facilitate design workshops and create wireframes and prototypes using tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human-Centered Design, Interaction Design, or a related field
• 3 to 6+ years of experience in HCD, UX design, or user research, preferably in regulated industries
• Proficiency in prototyping software and usability testing methodologies
• Working knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG accessibility standards
• A portfolio demonstrating end-to-end research, synthesis, and prototyping with measurable impact