Data Visualization and Information Design Specialist

• Information Design & Data Storytelling

  • Design customer-centric data experiences that communicate insights through visual storytelling.
  • Transform complex statistical and administrative datasets into intuitive visual narratives.
  • Define the most effective way to communicate information using charts, maps, infographics, dashboards, and interactive experiences.
  • Develop information architecture and content hierarchy for data-driven digital products.
  • Simplify complex concepts into engaging visual experiences suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Produce storyboards and wireframes for new visualization experiences.

  Data Visualization

  • Design and develop interactive visualizations for Data Dubai.
  • Create statistical charts, dashboards, scorecards, maps, heatmaps, and population pyramids.
  • Design real-time and near real-time data visualizations.
  • Develop reusable visualization components.
  • Ensure consistency across all visualizations published on the platform.
  • Improve visualization performance and responsiveness.

  User Experience (UX)

  • Design intuitive user journeys for data exploration.
  • Ensure visualizations are easy to understand and interact with.
  • Apply human-centered design principles to improve user engagement.
  • Optimize experiences across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
  • Conduct usability reviews and recommend improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with WCAG accessibility standards.

  Geographic & Spatial Visualization

  • Design interactive maps and geographic visualizations.
  • Produce choropleth maps, density maps, and spatial analytics.
  • Integrate GIS layers into dashboards and interactive experiences.
  • Visualize demographic and geographic indicators across Dubai.

  Digital Design Standards

  • Develop and maintain visualization design standards.
  • Define chart selection guidelines and visualization best practices.
  • Maintain color palettes, typography, icons, and reusable design components.
  • Create visualization templates and UI patterns.
  • Ensure consistency with the Data Dubai design system.

  Product Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Product Managers to define visualization requirements.
  • Work with statisticians to ensure accurate interpretation of official statistics.
  • Coordinate with data engineers to integrate APIs and datasets.
  • Partner with UX/UI designers to deliver seamless digital experiences.
  • Participate in product discovery, prototyping, and usability testing.

  Innovation

  • Evaluate emerging visualization technologies and design trends.
  • Explore AI-assisted visualization and insight generation.
  • Prototype new ways of presenting official statistics.
  • Recommend innovative approaches to improve user engagement.
  • Stay current with industry best practices in information design and data storytelling.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Data Visualization

  • Power BI
  • Tableau
  • D3 js
  • Apache ECharts
  • Highcharts
  • Plotly

  Front-End

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • SVG
  • Responsive Web Design

  Design

  • Figma
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe XD (preferred)

  GIS

  • ArcGIS
  • Mapbox
  • Leaflet
  • OpenLayers

  Data

  • SQL
  • REST APIs
  • JSON
  • CSV
  • Understanding of statistical data structures

  Professional Knowledge

  The successful candidate should demonstrate knowledge of:

  • Information Design
  • Data Storytelling
  • Data Visualization Principles
  • Dashboard Design
  • Human-Centered Design
  • UX/UI Best Practices
  • Official Statistics
  • Data Governance
  • Accessibility Standards (WCAG)
  • Digital Design Systems
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

  Education

  Bachelor's degree in one of the following:

  • Information Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Interaction Design
  • User Experience Design
  • Computer Science
  • Information Systems
  • Data Science
  • Statistics
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Or a related discipline.

  A Master's degree is considered an advantage.

  Experience

  • 5–8 years of experience in data visualization, information design, UX, or digital analytics.
  • Experience designing customer-facing dashboards and interactive digital experiences.
  • Experience working with statistical or analytical data.
  • Experience developing visualization standards and reusable design components.
  • Experience working with multidisciplinary teams in agile environments.
  • Government or Smart City experience is highly desirable.

  Skills

  Data Visualization

  Information Design

  UX/UI Design