Lead Experience Designer (Fintech, Hybrid)

Job summary

This role involves leading design efforts for a significant product area within a financial technology context, focusing on transforming complex workflows into user-friendly solutions. The position requires a balance between hands-on design work and leadership responsibilities, fostering collaboration and innovation within the design team.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of design experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Strong portfolio showcasing solutions for complex workflows
• Experience mentoring junior and mid-level designers
• Proficiency in utilizing AI tools for creative solutions
• In-depth knowledge of user research and usability testing
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Own the user experience strategy for a major product area
• Lead design for intricate features and user workflows
• Establish design quality standards and review processes
• Drive adoption of design systems within the product area
• Provide design direction and mentorship to team members
• Facilitate design critiques and collaborative sessions
• Coordinate design efforts across multiple feature teams
• Collaborate closely with product managers and engineering leads to ensure effective implementation of design solutions

Skills

• Ability to navigate between high-level strategy and detailed execution
• Skill in translating complex financial concepts into actionable interfaces
• Strong facilitation skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Ownership of projects while contributing to the overall design practice

Education

• Not specified in the job description.

Tools

• Familiarity with AI tools for prototyping and user validation.