Principal, UX Design at DEPT®

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jan, 26

Salary

150100.0

Posted On

28 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

User Experience, Design Systems, Digital Strategy, Accessibility, Prototyping, Design Thinking, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Research, Presentation Skills, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Feedback, Entrepreneurial Spirit, AI-Enhanced Design Workflows

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

WHY DEPT®? We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating. Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world. WHAT YOU WILL DO: You are a problem solver and dreamer who builds empathy, defines the problem, ideates, prototypes, tests, and repeats this process, creating a world-class experience for our users. You are a design thinker who puts the user at the center of everything you do. As a Principal, UX Design at DEPT®, your responsibility is to bring industry-tested best practices alongside innovative and fresh thinking to drive user-centered design that performs. You effectively bridge business objectives with target users' goals, desires, and preferences. You thrive in a fast-paced environment with limited oversight and bring an articulate point of view to collaborative conversations. You quickly research, strategize, design, prototype, and test your thinking and understand how to adapt your design based on insights gleaned from user testing. Principal, UX Design helps inform concepts and develop innovative solutions for key touchpoints in the experience. You are self-motivated and bring a strategic point of view to our clients about the opportunities and value your UX solutions provide. You understand how to design for accessibility and are versed in different testing methodologies. You apply design thinking and design execution together to create comprehensive prototypes that clearly articulate your point of view to the client. We’re looking for people who can think about the big picture and love defining strategy and architecture as much as layouts and interactions. Just like the other positions we are looking to fill, we’re looking for people who want to set standards regarding how people should be interacting with digital experiences. Collaborate and develop concepts and strategies with our client project leads Iterate and design new and existing solutions with a predefined design language and system Present your thinking and ideas clearly and effectively Implement and define UX best practices based on research findings Developing presentations for stakeholders and internal workshares Developing prototypes for rapid research testing Quickly articulate design responses for fire drills, with the help of the design lead Generate and write comprehensive annotations for handoff and delivery Design QA Asset creation and kitting WHAT YOU WILL BRING: 5+ years of digital strategy, user experience, and design systems The ability to multitask and solve challenges with a multidisciplinary team A solid point of view and a collaborative nature A design aesthetic with an attention to detail that’s a bit obsessive In-depth understanding of the web, best practices, and accessibility An entrepreneurial spirit and ability to work independently and collaboratively Passion for our craft… design, creativity, technology Communicate effectively one-on-one, within large groups, and over video conferencing platforms Collaborate, provide, receive, and seek critical feedback, and share inspiration with a large and cohesive team of over 40 individuals from different backgrounds and disciplines Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail Set goals and maintain priorities in a constantly changing environment. Propose and develop solutions within scope to address client needs The know-how to adjust scope and move quickly when necessary A point of view on AI-enhanced design workflows Act in a professional manner while working in a creative culture Demonstrate personal responsibility, follow-through, and project ownership by completing tasks on time, above expectations, and within budget Express confidence in your skills but remain humble, hungry, and free of ego Proven ability to accurately estimate task and project timelines, and promptly notify team members and producers if time or scope may exceed given estimates Dedicate time to understanding tasks, feedback, and decisions being made. Ask questions and provide feedback to ensure informed and optimal decision-making Recognize the need for patience and compromise when a client has multiple decision-makers and multiple stakeholders WHAT DO WE OFFER? We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our benefits package: Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage 401k plan, plus matching PTO Paid Company Holidays Parental Leave WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work. Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture. Learn more about DEPT® DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here. #LI-Remote The anticipated salary range for this position is listed below. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we’re flexible. US Remote Range $106,900—$150,100 USD

Responsibilities

As a Principal, UX Design, you will create world-class user experiences by defining problems, ideating, prototyping, and testing solutions. You will collaborate with clients and project leads to develop innovative strategies and concepts.