This is my direct-client opening for Information Architect/Usability Engineer - Chantilly, VA. This is a 6+ month's contract position. The Hourly rate is DOE. Immediate start date. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Information Architect/Usability Engineer is responsible for the user experience as well as the layout and taxonomy of information on our ecommerce Web sites. Your extensive knowledge of current usability research, theories and methodologies coupled with your knowledge of best practices in ecommerce will be a primary driver during the redesign/enhancement of our websites. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (other duties may be assigned). Plan and execute usability studies, competitive reviews and gap analysis, focus groups, heuristic reviews, usability tests and surveys Analyze web analytics, user paths, user feedback/surveys, and usability test results to create and refine user interface requirements that represent strategic site features and improvements. Translate business requirements and user needs into effective and intuitive user interfaces that meet business and user needs Develop representations that communicate the layout, flow and organization of the proposed redesign/enhancements for the web sites clearly (e.g. conceptual diagrams, site maps, interaction models, wireframes, detailed process flows and specifications). Create, implement and enforce the style guide and information architecture for the websites Establish and maintain industry best practices QUALIFICATIONS Strong knowledge of usability methodologies/tools including user profiles, user scenarios, navigation flow charts, organizational models, storyboards, wireframes, mockups, feature lists, functional requirements and user interface specifications In-depth knowledge of user experience disciplines: human-computer interaction, usability, user centric design processes and data analysis Experience in conducting usability studies, polls/surveys and translating the findings into actionable recommendations. Thorough understanding of Web technologies, including but not limited to HTML, Javascript, ASP.net and content management systems. Strong knowledge of IA tools, including but not limited to MS Visio, MS Project or equivalent applications In-depth knowledge of the latest research, analysis and best practices regarding online shopping behavior and website usability The candidate must have worked at the top 250 internet retailers, as ranked in the Internet Retailer's Top 500 Guide. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE BA/BS required. Advanced degree in interface design, information design, interaction design, design planning, or human centered design preferred. 6+ years of industry experience as information architect, usability engineer, interaction designer, experience designer or similar role 4+ years direct experience with ecommerce sites Please complete the following skills-matrix and send back with your response. Thanks! Full Name: Degree/Major: Total IT exp: Total Information Architect/Usability Engineer exp: Have you worked any of the Top 250 internet retailers? Specify here, which one? Total exp with ecommerce sites: Total usability methodologies/tools exp: Total user experience disciplines exp: Total user centric design processes exp: Total usability studies exp: Total research, analysis and best practices regarding online shopping behavior exp: Hourly Rate: Whether is it C2C/1099/W2? Day Phone #: Evening Phone #: Cell Phone #: Availability: Current City/State: Work status (US Citizen/GC/H1/TN): ** If you qualify for this position, are available immediately and are interested, please send your resume, rate and contact information to mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] ** Please ensure you complete and copy/paste the above, completed matrix with your response.
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