Senior UX/UI Designer

Oxford Instruments is a leading company in the field of high-tech tools and systems for research and industry. Founded in 1959, we specialise in the design, manufacture and support of various scientific instruments and solutions, used in diverse areas such as materials science, nanotechnology and industrial applications. Oxford Instruments has played a significant role in advancing scientific knowledge and technological progress through our cutting-edge instruments and solutions.

 We are seeking a Senior UX/UI Designer with the primary purpose of designing software interfaces that enhance our brand reputation through market leading ease-of-use and visual experience.

What is in it for you?

At Oxford Instruments, we put our people at the heart of all we do. We embody our values of: We are Inclusive, we are Innovative, we are Trusted, and we are Purposeful. As an employee of Oxford Instruments, you will be given the development and mentorship to succeed, an environment that breeds authenticity and curiosity. You will work alongside people who have been with the business for a substantial amount of time, and who have developed their career within various functions, as well of people who are new in their careers and whom bring a fresh perspective, enabling you to learn from a variety of people. In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package to include: 12:30 Friday finishes, BUPA private health insurance, dental insurance, group pension, cycle to work, tech and care schemes, as well as give as you earn and option to purchase shares, numerous discounts and 25 days holiday.

Location: 

This is a hybrid role, with 1 day required in the office, however, we will also consider candidates on a remote basis (UK Only).

Key responsibilities:

• Working with key stakeholders to understand design briefs and requirements and to verify through appropriate level of documentation and prototyping
• Working within an Agile team to help develop high quality designs to agreed specifications and timescales
• Working within the internally defined software design methodologies and tools to help develop fit-for-purpose and easy-to-use software features
• Supporting team members during the design phase to enable the product to maintain required level of usability
• Being an active member of the project team, engaging in design reviews and in discussions and trials of new tools and techniques 
• Staying abreast of changes in thinking and technologies to advise on all areas of User Experience Design.

About you:

• Excellent user-centred design and prototyping skills with ample years’ experience
• Have a full understanding of UX and UI design.
• Proficient in design and interaction software such as Figma or Adobe XD
• Experience working in an Agile environment with a cross functional team.
• Collaborate with product owners and developers to gather requirements and understand user needs.
• Ability to work across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ideally - Experience with WPF/WinUI/XAML
• Ideally - Experience using Azure Devops/Git

Application Process:

Please submit your CV and portfolio. If you are not sure whether you meet the above criteria, then please feel free to reach out and ask, or feel free to submit your application regardless; we are happy to speak with those who may not necessarily meet all of the requirements, but that have a desire to learn and grow. Queries can be sent to: abby.gelder@oxinst.com

Our selection process:

Upon applying, our recruitment team will assess your application against our role requirements. An initial call with our Talent Acquisition partner will take place, to give you some more insight into the role and to gain more understanding of your experience and motivations. First interviews are conducted over Teams, where you'll meet with the hiring manager, to be followed (if successful) by a second interview with the R&D Director and HR.