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Our client, a rapidly growing digital product studio located in the heart of Charlotte, North Carolina, US , is looking for an exceptional UI/UX Design Lead to guide their design initiatives. This on-site role is integral to shaping the user experience of innovative digital platforms and applications. You will be responsible for leading the user interface and user experience design process, from initial concept and user research through to final design implementation. This includes conducting user research, creating user personas, developing user flows, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity visual design. You will define and maintain design systems, ensuring consistency and scalability across all products. Leading and mentoring a team of talented UI/UX designers, providing constructive feedback, and fostering a collaborative design culture will be a key aspect of your leadership. You will collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into intuitive and engaging user experiences. Presenting design concepts and solutions to stakeholders and incorporating feedback effectively will be crucial. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing extensive experience in UI/UX design for web and mobile applications. Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite) is mandatory. A proven ability to lead design projects and manage a team is essential. A Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or a related field, along with a minimum of 6 years of professional UI/UX design experience, is required. Experience in an agency or fast-paced product development environment is highly valued. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are vital for success in this leadership role. You will have a significant impact on the usability and aesthetic appeal of our client's digital products.

Our client is a forward-thinking digital product company seeking a talented and visionary UX/UI Design Lead to join their dynamic, remote-first team. This role is central to crafting intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing user experiences across all our digital platforms. You will lead a team of designers, set the design direction, and ensure our products meet the highest standards of usability and user satisfaction. This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design strategy and execution for all user-facing digital products, including web and mobile applications.
• Mentor, guide, and inspire a team of UX/UI designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitive analysis to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups that effectively communicate interaction and design ideas.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive design systems and style guides.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into user-centered designs.
• Advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Ensure design consistency and quality across all products and platforms.
• Stay abreast of the latest UX/UI trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of experience in UX/UI design, with a significant portion in a leadership or lead role.
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional user experiences for complex digital products.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, usability best practices, and interaction design.
• Experience conducting various forms of user research and usability testing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to articulate design decisions and influence stakeholders effectively.
• Experience in developing and managing design systems.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a range of innovative and effective design solutions.

A forward-thinking digital product company is looking for a talented UX/UI Design Lead to spearhead their design initiatives in Boise, Idaho, US . This hybrid role combines strategic design leadership with hands-on execution. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and designing intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing user experiences across web and mobile platforms. Your primary focus will be to translate user needs and business requirements into seamless and effective digital solutions. This involves leading the design process from user research and wireframing to high-fidelity prototyping and final asset creation. You will collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure design aligns with product vision and technical feasibility. Key responsibilities include conducting user research, defining user personas and journeys, creating wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes, and establishing and maintaining design systems and style guides. You will also mentor junior designers, provide constructive feedback, and champion user-centered design principles throughout the organization. The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional UX/UI design work, a deep understanding of user-centered design methodologies, and proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite). A Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is required, along with at least 5 years of professional design experience. Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills are essential. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the user experience of innovative products and contribute to a culture of design excellence within a growing company.

Our client is looking for a talented and visionary UX/UI Design Lead to spearhead their creative efforts in a fully remote capacity. This is a leadership role responsible for defining and evolving the user experience and interface design across all digital products. You will lead a team of designers, mentor junior team members, and collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and marketing teams to translate user needs and business goals into intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing designs. Responsibilities include conducting user research, creating wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups, developing design systems and style guides, advocating for user-centered design principles, and ensuring design consistency and quality across all platforms. You will also be responsible for staying ahead of industry trends and incorporating best practices in UX/UI design. The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional UI design skills and a deep understanding of UX principles. Proven leadership experience, excellent communication and presentation skills, and the ability to foster a collaborative and innovative design environment are essential. Experience working effectively in a remote, fast-paced setting is required. A Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is required, along with 7+ years of professional experience in UX/UI design, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite) is mandatory. Join our innovative team and shape the future of user experiences for our cutting-edge products.

UX Design Lead, Notebook LM
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**Advanced**
Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders; deep expertise in domain.
**Minimum qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
+ 10 years of experience in product design or UX.
+ 5 years of experience leading design projects and managing people or teams.
+ 3 years of work experience working with executive leaders.
**Preferred qualifications:**
+ Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
+ 7 years of experience working in a cross-functional organization.
+ Experience as a professional Interaction Designer, with craft skills and experienced building AI products, web and mobile applications.
+ Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and similar design tools and AI vibe code prototyping.
+ Portfolio showcasing exceptional user experience design, and leading mobile, desktop consumer or productivity product software or services.
**About the job**
At Google, we follow a simple but vital premise: "Focus on the user and all else will follow." Google's UX leaders help define and drive the future of Google design. They create and clarify product strategy, conceptualize UX ecosystems in ways that mitigate complexity, and inspire teams to push the boundaries of what's possible. They possess a clear vision of the future of user experience and have the courage to pursue forward-thinking design.
Google User Experience (UX) is made up of multi-disciplinary teams of UX Designers, Researchers, Writers, Content Strategists, Program Managers, and Engineers: we care deeply about the people who use our products. You are a thoughtful team leader, manager, systems-level design thinker, and visionary - with strong instincts and outstanding intuition informed by user needs and insights. You'll be responsible for guiding the careers of your team members, working closely with each of them to help them realize their full potential.
UX Design Managers are fierce advocates for the people who use our products as well as the members of their teams. They have a practiced eye for effective design, and are committed to creating elegantly simple user experiences from otherwise complex workflows.
In this role, you'll take the time to understand not just the execution side of UX, but also the business aspects of the products we build. You'll collaborate with leaders of other UX, Engineering, and Product Management teams to create innovative experiences across all of Google's products, leveraging your passion for brand, craft, and design quality.
We're searching for a leader to transform Artificial Intelligence (AI) by creating solutions for NotebookLM.
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**Responsibilities**
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+ Serve as a User Experience (UX) lead with a IC mindset and design capabilities. This role involves managing a small design team of approximately 4 individuals, including both Full Time Employee (FTEs) and Temp, Vendor, or Contractor (TVCs).
+ Possess an "AI native" perspective, embracing AI trends. (e.g., continuously experimenting, learning through vibe coding, prototyping with AI-driven tools and integrating AI solutions into your day to day workflows.)
+ Demonstrate creative genius, with the ability to conceive innovative ideas that effectively leverage model capabilities to deliver magical impact for users.
+ Embody a startup mindset, akin to a pragmatic mindset and willing to take on multiple roles to drive product growth and identify new business opportunities.
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Our client is looking for a creative and strategic Senior UI/UX Design Lead to shape the user experience of their digital products in a fully remote capacity. This leadership role is responsible for driving the design vision, leading a team of designers, and ensuring the creation of intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing user interfaces across all platforms. You will collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to translate user needs and business requirements into exceptional user-centered designs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio showcasing a breadth of experience in user research, wireframing, prototyping, visual design, and usability testing. Responsibilities include defining design strategies, establishing design standards and best practices, and mentoring junior designers.

You will conduct user research to gain deep insights into user behaviors and motivations, translating these findings into actionable design improvements. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, information architecture, and visual design. Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and prototyping tools is essential. You will also be responsible for presenting design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, advocating for the user experience, and ensuring design quality throughout the development lifecycle. As a remote-first position, this role demands excellent communication, collaboration, and time management skills. You must be able to effectively lead and inspire a distributed design team, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on user engagement and product success.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in UI/UX design, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior role.
• Proven experience leading design teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in user research, wireframing, prototyping, visual design, and usability testing.
• Expertise in design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and information architecture.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a remote, collaborative team environment.

Our client is seeking an exceptional Senior UI/UX Design Lead to spearhead their user experience initiatives. This is a fully remote position, empowering you to create intuitive and engaging digital products from anywhere. You will be responsible for defining the vision and strategy for user interface and user experience design across our digital platforms. This role requires a blend of creative talent, strategic thinking, and strong leadership skills. You will lead a team of talented designers, guiding them through the design process from user research and wireframing to prototyping and high-fidelity visual design. Key responsibilities include conducting user research, creating user personas, developing user flows, and crafting compelling visual designs that align with brand identity and business goals. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and visual design best practices. Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite is essential. We are looking for individuals with a proven ability to translate complex user needs into elegant and effective design solutions. Strong communication and collaboration skills are vital for working effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and stakeholders. If you are passionate about creating outstanding user experiences and leading design innovation in a remote environment, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design strategy and execution for user interfaces and user experiences.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and market analysis to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and engineers to ensure design feasibility and implementation quality.
• Mentor and guide junior UI/UX designers.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders at all levels.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the organization.
• Stay updated on the latest UX/UI trends, tools, and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in UI/UX design, with a focus on leading design projects.
• Proven portfolio showcasing exceptional UI/UX design work across web and mobile platforms.
• Expert proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD).
• Strong understanding of user-centered design methodologies and usability principles.
• Excellent visual design, typography, and layout skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate effectively in a remote setting.

Our client is seeking a highly creative and experienced Senior UI/UX Design Lead to join their innovative team in Richmond, Virginia, US . This role is pivotal in shaping the user experience and interface design for our suite of digital products. You will lead a talented team of designers, guiding them through the entire design process from concept to execution. Responsibilities include conducting user research, creating wireframes and prototypes, developing high-fidelity visual designs, and collaborating closely with product managers and engineers to translate user needs into intuitive and engaging interfaces. You will establish and maintain design systems, ensuring consistency and scalability across all platforms. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in user-centered design principles, interaction design, visual design, and usability testing. Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite is required. Experience with agile development methodologies and a deep understanding of front-end development capabilities are highly beneficial. Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills are essential for effectively advocating for user needs and presenting design solutions to stakeholders. A Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, along with a minimum of 7 years of professional experience in UI/UX design, with at least 2 years in a leadership role, is required. This position offers a significant opportunity to influence product direction and contribute to creating exceptional digital experiences.

Our client, a rapidly growing tech innovator, is seeking an exceptional Senior UI/UX Design Lead to shape the user experience of their groundbreaking digital products. This fully remote role offers the perfect opportunity to leverage your creative vision and strategic thinking from anywhere in the US. You will be responsible for leading the entire design process, from user research and concept development to final visual design and prototyping. Your expertise will guide the creation of intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing user interfaces that delight our customers and drive product adoption. Key responsibilities include conducting user interviews, creating personas, mapping user journeys, and translating complex requirements into simple, elegant design solutions. You will work closely with product managers, engineers, and marketing teams to ensure design consistency and alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio showcasing a proven ability to design user-centered experiences for web and mobile applications. Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and InVision is essential. A deep understanding of user research methodologies, usability testing, and interaction design principles is required. You should be adept at leading design critiques, providing constructive feedback, and mentoring junior designers. This role requires a strategic mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to articulate design decisions effectively. You will be instrumental in defining the visual language and interaction patterns that will shape the future of our client's product suite. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on a product that millions will use, all while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of a remote work environment. Our client is committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative culture where creativity thrives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the UI/UX design process for new and existing digital products.
• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to gather insights.
• Develop user personas, user journey maps, and information architecture.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and high-fidelity prototypes to visualize design concepts.
• Define and maintain design systems, style guides, and component libraries.
• Collaborate closely with product management and engineering teams to implement designs.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, incorporating feedback.
• Mentor and guide junior UI/UX designers.
• Stay current with the latest UI/UX trends, best practices, and technologies.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in UI/UX design, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in user-centered design and visual design.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
• Deep understanding of UX principles, interaction design, and information architecture.
• Experience designing for both web and mobile platforms (iOS and Android).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and inspire a design team.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Strong understanding of front-end development principles is a plus.

Join our client and help redefine the user experience in the digital space. This is a key role for someone who is passionate about creating exceptional digital products and thrives in a remote, collaborative setting.