Amazon is hiring: User Experience Designer III (Contingent) in Bellevue

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Amazon via Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Amazon. Job Summary We are seeking a talented and passionate individual to join our team, focusing on designing innovative and intuitive web applications that empower retailers and manufacturers to manage their multichannel ecommerce businesses effectively. This role is crucial in leveraging Amazon's ecommerce technology to create a best-in‑class product that enhances user experience for thousands of sellers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong ability to analyze visitor data, advocate for user needs, and deliver design solutions that significantly impact the overall user experience. Responsibilities Quickly yet thoroughly create process flows, wireframes, and visual design mockups as needed to effectively conceptualize and communicate detailed interaction behaviors. Work closely with cross‑functional teams to help define business and feature requirements via empirical online data, usability findings, market research, and proven UCD principles. Assess and optimize the performance of new and existing features by actively participating in usability testing and interpreting analytics data using Omniture SiteCatalyst. Present design work to the user experience team, product team, and Amazon.com executives for review and feedback. Contribute to user interface design and development best practices and standards. Provide leadership in the area of ecommerce trends, web application design, and user interface innovations. Skills Fluency in best practices for web-based information architecture and design, as well as strong knowledge of usability principles and techniques. Proficiency in a variety of design tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Fireworks, Visio, and Dreamweaver. Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and analytical skills including the ability to communicate complex interactive design concepts clearly across different audiences. Self-starter who is customer‑obsessed, detail-oriented, and an enthusiastic team player. Ability to work with highly technical teams and handle multiple projects in an agile, fast-paced environment. Qualifications 7+ years industry experience providing interaction design solutions for web and/or software applications. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in design, human-computer interaction (HCI), or equivalent professional experience. A strong online portfolio demonstrating past work experience and relevant user-centered design solutions is required. Ability to prototype in HTML, JavaScript, CSS, or Flash is highly desired. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the user experience of a wide range of retailers and manufacturers while working within a dynamic team at the forefront of ecommerce innovation. If you are passionate about creating exceptional user experiences and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. Location Seattle, WA Contract Length 9 Months Pay Range $52 – $58 per hour Benefits Health insurance, Retirement plans, Paid time off, and more. Equal Opportunity Statement AGS is an equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veterans). We Will consider all applications without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr