Senior Visual Designer at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Visual Design, Brand Design, User Experience, Design System, Collaboration, Mentorship, Research-led Design, Creative Vision, Product Design, Customer Feedback, Narrative Crafting, Cross-platform Design, Project Management, Inclusivity, Continuous Learning, Engineering Collaboration

Industry

Software Development

Description

Champion the intersection of product and brand design, ensuring every product touchpoint is an authentic expression of our core brand identity and values Lead creative and design work to apply brand identity cohesively across product features, flows, and user journeys, translating abstract principles into tangible, impactful experiences Drive collaboration between brand, product, and engineering, connecting the dots from brand principles to design system to engineering implementation for a unified and scalable ecosystem Deliver world-class brand experiences in AI applications, with a focus on craft, narrative, quality, and positive societal impact Develop and evolve a robust, flexible design system that embodies the brand and can be efficiently implemented by engineering teams across diverse products and platforms Understand how to absorb customer feedback and marketplace/business impact and determine how this information should be utilized in service of brand maintenance and evolution Own and articulate the product's visual and verbal style, collaborating with marketing, engineering, design, and research partners to maintain consistency and excellence Communicate and collaborate across teams, managing dependencies, schedules, and design integrity from concept through implementation Mentor and inspire designers, setting high standards for creative excellence, inclusivity, and professional growth Translate business and brand goals into visionary strategies, actionable roadmaps, and measurable outcomes Foster a culture of experimentation, feedback, and continuous learning within the design team and across disciplines Master's Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience, Interaction Design, or related field AND 4+ years experience working in product or service design OR Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience, Interaction Design, or related field AND 5+ years experience working in product or service design OR equivalent experience (e.g., demonstrated experience working in product or service design or using design thinking to solve problems) A portfolio or work samples highlighting at 5+ years of experience synthesizing visual, brand and product design, leading the application of brand identity in product environments, and delivering end-to-end creative solutions Proven ability to connect high-level brand principles to design system architecture and engineering implementation, ensuring fidelity and scalability Experience setting creative vision for complex, cross-platform products and building consensus across multifunctional teams High level of craft in both visual and experiential design, with a demonstrated ability to translate brand narratives into intuitive digital experiences Expertise in research-led design, leveraging qualitative and quantitative insights to refine and validate brand expression in product Desire or experience collaborating with engineering teams to ensure brand is reflected accurately in product implementation Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, adapting quickly in a fast-moving, innovative environment Leadership in fostering a positive, inclusive, and creative team culture that bridges brand and product thinking

Responsibilities

The Senior Visual Designer will lead creative and design work to ensure cohesive application of brand identity across product features and user journeys. They will drive collaboration between brand, product, and engineering teams to deliver impactful brand experiences in AI applications.