About Working at Commerce 

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.  

Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. 

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $91,000.00 - $107,000.00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)

At Commerce Bank, innovation and creativity are the driving forces behind our IT team's success. We are catalysts of transformation who power applications, secure networks, and implement cutting-edge initiatives that propel our business units forward. The banking industry's rapid evolution provides us with an exciting opportunity to continuously learn, grow, and harness new technologies that elevate the experience for our customers. What sets Commerce Bank apart is our company culture and leadership, areas in which we continually invest. This commitment fosters innovation, enhances customer and employee experiences, while reinforcing our belief that our diverse team is our greatest competitive advantage. We actively seek candidates who share our passion for technology and bring fresh perspectives to the table. A diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints allows us to develop truly innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our banking community. Join us in shaping the future of banking technology. At Commerce Bank IT, you'll find a culture of equity, belonging, and endless opportunities to make a lasting impact. Help us drive innovation that raises the bar for our industry.

About This Job

The main purpose of this job is to create satisfying and compelling digital experiences, drawing from results of user research and workflow analysis. These designs will be crafted by partnering closely with UX Research, multiple IT areas, and business partners with the ultimate goal of satisfying end users and supporting business goals.

Essential Functions

Turn internal client goals and objectives into more complex design prototypes that reflect current user-centered design standards principles

Adhere to and help maintain more complex style guides, design guides, and design libraries

Represent the UX design practice across the organization

Collaborate with senior UX designers to ensure adherence to UX standards, grow design skills, and deliver high-quality digital experiences

Influence project-level planning and overall design of the user experience for multiple projects

Participate in user testing functions

Continuously learn and evaluate existing sites for viewport adaptation, aesthetic appeal, and ease of use

Participate in project-level planning and overall design of the user experience for multiple projects

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Intermediate understanding of UX industry best practices including processes and methodologies

Intermediate familiarity with inclusive design practices and producing interfaces that adhere to accessibility (WCAG) standards

Proficiency with a variety of design tools with a focus on Figma

Proficient in information and interaction design

Ability to communicate complex design concepts and customer journeys to a variety of customers

Ability to adhere and maintain style guides, design guides, and design libraries

Ability to understand business metrics and translate company goals and objectives into digital experiences

Ability to communicate ideas to developers and product owners

Problem-solving skills to determine solutions to user interface challenges

Analytical mind with business acumen

Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required

3+ years of Interaction Design experience required

Design or computer-related programs such as Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) experience required

**Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

***For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles.  This compensation range is for the IT UX Engineer II - Designer job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $91,000 to $107,000 annually. This position will be eligible for additional compensation through performance-based incentive plan(s) that will correspond to meeting performance goals.

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The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits.  Click here to learn more.

Location: 922 Walnut St, Kansas City, Missouri 64106

Time Type:

Full time