Project.net has a new position for a Human Factors Usability Engineer in our Bedford, MA office. This position is responsible for providing UI Design and Usability support to the product development teams, including designing and specifying product UIs, the analysis and investigation of application usability focusing on Human Computer Interaction.

Responsibilities:

• Drive UI Design and coordinate usability on multiple, unrelated projects.
• Set project usability objectives.
• Work on problems of complex and diverse scope, identifying creative alternatives.
• Create and maintain UI prototypes and UI specifications.
• Collaborate closely with development, visual design, product management, and program management to ensure the success of product UIs.
• Create, adapt, and implement innovative ways of achieving highly usable products.

Education: B.A./B.S. in Human Factors Psychology, Engineering, CS, Cognitive Psychology or related discipline. M.A./M.S. in same preferred.

Qualifications: Minimum 8 years UI Design and Usability evaluation experience. Demonstrated skill in leading design and documenting UIs. Demonstrated skill in conducting all feedback methodologies (e.g., usability testing). Strong project management skills, including managing contractors, vendors, and interns. Excellent communication skills. Must have solid experience with and knowledge of both web-based and non-web UIs and be able to produce UI prototypes. The ability to work in a team setting and be independently motivated is key.  C++ or Java experience a plus.

To apply, please email your resume to jobs@project.net.

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