Principal UX Designer, New York at ION Group

New York, New York, United States

ION Group Logo
$180,000 – $200,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Finance, Financial Services, EnterpriseIndustries

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in UX Design, Interaction Design, or Information Architecture
  • Strong expertise in designing complex, data-driven applications with a focus on usability
  • Proven ability to drive UX strategy and influence product direction
  • Hands-on experience with user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions to stakeholders
  • Ability to balance business goals, technical constraints, and user needs to create effective solutions
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HCI, Interaction Design, Information Architecture, or a related field

Responsibilities

  • Lead UX strategy and execution for enterprise-level applications, ensuring best-in-class user experiences
  • Define and oversee the user experience, including workflows, layouts, interactions, and data visualizations
  • Conduct user research, synthesize insights, and translate findings into actionable design solutions
  • Collaborate with clients to understand business needs, present design concepts, and refine solutions based on feedback
  • Mentor and guide UX designers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
  • Partner with development teams to ensure seamless implementation of designs

Skills

UX Design
Interaction Design
Information Architecture
User Research
Wireframing
Prototyping
Usability Testing
Data Visualization

ION Group

Automation technology for financial sector clients

About ION Group

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through automation and innovative technology.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$426.5MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
AD&D and disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Mental health care
401K plan
Performance bonus
Supplemental workers' compensation
Family medical leave & parental leave
PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off
Commuter checks
Company social events
Employee assistance program
Free lunch
mobile phone discount

Risks

Complexity in consolidating trading platforms may lead to operational inefficiencies.
US Treasury market's clearing mandate could impose significant compliance costs.
Potential global tariffs by Trump administration may disrupt ION's global operations.

Differentiation

ION Group specializes in automation technology for the financial sector.
The company offers sophisticated software platforms and APIs for seamless trading.
ION Group constantly innovates to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks.

Upsides

Increased demand for automation drives innovation in AI-driven trading platforms.
The rise of DeFi creates opportunities for blockchain integration in financial services.
Growing importance of ESG criteria pushes adoption of efficient reporting tools.

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