[Sigia-l] Job opening: Senior UI Designer at Hotwire (SF, CA)

[Dave Lafon]

Company Overview
Hotwire.com is a leading discount travel Web site with consistently lower
prices on airline tickets, hotel rooms, rental cars, cruises and vacation
packages.  Launched in 2000 with funding from six major airlines, Hotwire
negotiates deep discounts from its travel suppliers to help sell their
excess inventory.  Hotwire is a wholly owned subsidiary of Expedia, Inc.
(NASDAQ:  EXPE) and is based in San Francisco, CA.  For more information,
visit http://www.hotwire.com/.
 
Job Description: 
Hotwire.com is looking for a full-time senior user interface designer. The
right candidate should be able to design interfaces that are engaging,
follow usability best practices and reinforce Hotwire’s visual brand. 
 
Working within the product management group at Hotwire, you’ll work with a
mix of product leads and customer care to develop user interfaces that meet
business objectives and the needs of the consumer. You’ll use data - to
inform your design strategy and measure the results post launch. You’ll also
be involved in the prototyping and usability testing of your designs.
 
Core Responsibilities: 
 
* Applying user-centered design practices to create high quality consumer
experiences
* Working closely with product planning managers and a product development
team to define product direction and UI requirements
* Helping build interactive prototypes for usability and market research
* Applying usability research findings to the design process
* Assisting in authoring detailed design specifications 
* Assisting in the analysis of interface designs – pre and post launch
* 
 
Requirements: 
 
* 3-5 years experience designing consumer oriented web-based interfaces.
* A portfolio, or examples of sites you’ve worked on is required.
* Knowledge of user interface design principles and web design best
practices and web standards.
* Proficiency in screen layout and visual design. Icon design is a plus.
* Knowledge of Visio, Photoshop, Flash and HTML are required.
* Knowledge of interface and graphic optimization for the web.
* Working knowledge of JavaScript, CSS, DHTML and XML a plus.
* BS/BA in Design, HCI or related degree preferred.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet aggressive
deadlines.
 
 
Hotwire, an equal opportunity employer, offers an exciting opportunity for
qualified career-motivated professionals.  We provide competitive
compensation, performance bonus and the chance to work with talented people
in a winning, successful, and pleasant environment.  We offer many premium
benefits including 401(k) with an employer match, medical, dental, life
insurance, vacation and sick time and much more.
 
Interested candidates who fit the description are encouraged to apply via
the link below.
 
No Phone Calls Please
No Agencies or Recruiters  
 
Hotwire Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
 
Interested parties should send their resume to jobs at hotwire.com.
 
Good luck!
David Lafon 
Sr. User Interface Designer 
dlafon at hotwire.com 
Phone: 415-343-8897 
Fax: 415-343-8677 
333 Market Street 
San Francisco, CA 94105 

Hotwire 
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