UI / UX Architect

Job Title-UI-UX Developer - Medical Device SoftwarePosition OverviewWe are seeking a Senior UI / UX Developer to design and develop the user interface for a surgical robotics application. This role requires creating intuitive, safe, and compliant interfaces that surgeons will use in high-stakes operating room environments.Technical Core RequirementsEssential Skills (Must-Have)UI Development Technologies : WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) : 4+ years advanced experience XAML markup and styling Custom controls and user controls Data binding and MVVM pattern Dependency properties and attached properties WPF animation and transitionsC#.NET : 4+ years’ experience with UI layer developmentMVVM Architecture : Deep understanding of Model-View-View Model patternData Binding : Complex binding scenarios, value converters, multi-bindingDesign Styling : XAML Styling : Custom themes, control templates, resource dictionaries Vector Graphics : Creating and implementing medical icons and symbols Color Theory : Understanding of medical interface color standards Typography : Readable fonts for medical environmentsResponsive Design : Adaptable layouts for different screen sizesMedical Interface Specific : Touch Interface Design : Large touch targets, gesture support High-Contrast Design : Visibility in various lighting conditions Error State Design : Clear error messaging and recovery paths Status Indication : Real-time system status visualization Accessibility Standards : ADA compliance, keyboard navigationPreferred Skills (Nice-to-Have)Advanced WPF Technologies : Custom Control Development : Building reusable medical UI components3DIntegration : Embedding 3D viewports(VTK) within WPF layoutsMulti-monitor Support : Handling multiple displays in surgical environments Hardware Integration : Touch screens, specialized medical input devices Performance Optimization : UI virtualization, efficient renderingDesign Tools : Figma / Sketch / Adobe XD : Prototyping and design collaborationIllustrator : Creating medical icons and vector assets After Effects : Motion graphics for UI animations Blend for Visual Studio : XAML design toolsMedical Software Experience : Medical Device UI Standards : IEC 62366-1 (usability engineering) Surgical Workflow Understanding : OR environment constraints Medical Imaging Interfaces : DICOM viewer experience Alarm Management : IEC 60601-1-8 alarm standards Sterilizable Interface Design : Cleanable surfaces, sealed designsExperience RequirementsProfessional Experience : 2-3 years total UI / UX development experience 2+ years WPF application development 1+year medical device or healthcare software experience Experience with mission-critical applications (healthcare, aerospace, industrial) Real-time application interfaces with low-latency requirementsProject Portfolio : Complex WPF Applications : Multi-window, data-intensive interfaces Medical / Healthcare Interfaces : Patient safety-critical applications Touch-First Interfaces : Tablet or kiosk applications 3DIntegration Projects : Embedding 3D content in 2D interfaces Regulatory Compliance Projects : FDA, CE marking experienceMedical Device Domain KnowledgeRegulatory Compliance : IEC 62366-1 : Usability engineering for medical devicesIEC 62304 : Medical device software lifecycle (UI aspects)FDA Human Factors Guidance : Medical device interface requirements ISO 14971 : Risk management for medical device interfaces IEC 60601-1-8 : Alarm systems in medical electrical equipmentMedical Environment Understanding : Sterile Field Awareness : Interface design for sterile environments Surgical Workflow : Understanding of OR procedures and timing Emergency Procedures : Fail-safe interface design Multi-user Scenarios : Surgeon, nurse, technician interface needs Stress Testing : Interface usability under high-pressure situationsHealthcare Software Standards : HIPAA Compliance : Patient data privacy in UI design Cybersecurity : Secure interface design principles Interoperability : HL7, DICOM integration considerations Validation Requirements : UI testing for medical devicesSpecific UI / UX CapabilitiesMedical Interface Design : Alarm Prioritization : Visual hierarchy for critical alerts Status Dashboards : Real-time system monitoring interfaces Error Recovery Design : Clear paths to resolve system issues Confirmation Dialogs : Multi-step verification for critical actions Progress Indicators : Long-running operation feedbackSurgical Application Specific : 3DModel Interaction : Controls for rotating, zooming, cross-sectioning Robot Control Interfaces : Intuitive robotic movement controls Patient Data Integration : Seamless display of patient information Imaging Integration : CT / MRI data visualization interfaces Procedure Planning : Step-by-step surgical workflow interfacesUsability Engineering : User Research : Conducting studies with medical professionals Heuristic Evaluation : Medical interface usability assessment Task Analysis : Breaking down surgical procedures into UI requirements Prototype Testing : Rapid iteration with medical users Accessibility Testing : Ensuring compliance with medical accessibility standardsTechnical SpecificationsPerformance Requirements : Real-time Responsiveness : Memory Efficiency : Optimal resource usage for long procedures Multi-threading : Non-blocking UI for background operations Error Handling : Graceful degradation and recoveryIntegration Requirements : VTK 3D Integration : Embedding 3D visualizations in WPF Hardware Integration : Medical devices, robotic controllers Database Connectivity : Patient data and surgical records Network Communication : Real-time data updatesSample DeliverablesDesign Artifacts : User Journey Maps : Complete surgical procedure workflows Wireframes : Low-fidelity interface layouts High-Fidelity Mockups : Pixel-perfect UI designs Interactive Prototypes : Clickable interface demonstrations Style Guides : Medical interface design standardsDevelopment Artifacts : Custom WPF Controls : Reusable medical UI components XAML Templates : Consistent styling across application Animation Libraries : Smooth transitions and feedback Validation Framework : Input validation for medical data Accessibility Implementation : Screen reader and keyboard supportTeam CollaborationCross-Functional Work : Clinical Team : Working directly with surgeons and OR staff 3DVisualization Team : Integrating VTK components QA Team : Usability testing and validation Regulatory Team : Ensuring compliance documentation Product Management : Translating requirements into designsDocumentation Requirements : Design Rationale : Justification for UI decisionsUsability Testing Reports : Evidence of user validationInterface Specifications : Detailed technical documentationRisk Analysis : UI-related risk assessmentsChange Control : Managing UI updates in regulated environment