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Senior Interaction Designer @ Version 1 Solutions Limited

Newcastle Upon TyneRemoteFull-timePosted 66 days ago

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About this role

Senior Interaction Designer Full-time

Department: Digital, Data and Cloud

Company Description Version 1 has celebrated over 29 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Our expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly changing Digital-First world we live in. We foster strong partnerships with leading technology giants including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.

We're an award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heart of Version 1 and what we do:

UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner3300+ strong, 350/£300m revenue business10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UKBest Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTWBest Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW We're a core values driven company, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them, it's deeply embedded within our DNA. Invest in us and we'll invest in you!

Job Description Design detailed interaction patterns, component behaviours, and interface states for digital products and servicesProduce high-fidelity prototypes to communicate and validate interaction logic with users and developersDefine and document micro-interactions, error states, validation patterns, and edge casesApply and extend the GOV.UK Design System, contributing reusable patterns where appropriateCollaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure accurate, accessible implementation of designsEnsure all interface designs meet WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards and responsive design requirementsWork with UX designers and user researchers to refine interactions based on evidenceMaintain design system consistency and contribute to shared component librariesDocument interaction specifications clearly to support development handoff Qualifications Expert proficiency in Figma or equivalent design tooling, including component and variant managementStrong portfolio demonstrating interaction-level design decisions, prototyping, and design system workFamiliarity with the GOV.UK Design System and experience designing within or alongside established design systemsWorking knowledge of HTML5 and CSS/Sass sufficient to collaborate effectively with front-end engineersFamiliarity with front-end JavaScript frameworks and component-based development approachesUnderstanding of WCAG 2.2 and practical application within interface designExperience using AI tools to accelerate prototyping, pattern generation, or design documentationStrong communication skills, with ability to present and justify interaction decisions to technical and non-technical audiences Additional Information Why Version 1?

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.

Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits.Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme.Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people's individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance.Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme.Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more. Generous holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies.Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.Reward schemes including Version 1's Annual Excellence Awards & 'Call-Out' platform.Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.

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