UX Engineering at Microsoft

Hyderabad, Telangana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Visual Design, Prototyping, User Research, Collaboration, AI-Driven Design, Data-Driven Decision Making, Design Systems, Storytelling, Agile Methodologies, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Communication, Organizational Skills, Multi-tasking

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview At Microsoft, we believe in the transformational power of design. Innovation only happens when we make things simple and fluid, and the UX disappears behind the achievements of our customers. That’s where you come in. We’re looking for a senior designer, who’s driven by empathy for customers, to help us build the next generation of experiences that will simplify how millions of our customers live and work digitally. Within the Windows and Devices UX team at studio+91, we create and ship engaging Windows experiences that become a natural part of people's whole lives to profoundly and positively impact the way they work, live and learn. Designers delve into solving problems ranging from translating end user needs, architecting new features, creating universal design toolkits to exploring opportunities for new user segments. We are looking for a designer with a keen sense of craftsmanship, exposure in user – customer centric and data informed design for scale and ability to leverage & contribute to design systems. A designer who is inclusive and can collaborate independently with key stakeholders and enrich the triad (PM, Eng., UX) partnership. Having an ability to validate solutions by creating and driving usability studies and conducting user interviews is a plus. If simplifying complexity, pixel perfection and exploring new interaction paradigms excites you, then we can’t wait to hear from you. Together we will define how millions of people use and experience Windows in their work and life. Apply today! Come be a meaningful part of a growing team that values diversity of thought and recognizes everyone for their personal strengths and desires to learn and grow. We believe designing in the open empowers us all to move fast and build inclusive experiences without seams. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. Responsibilities You will work with fellow designers, research, product, and engineering teams to define and create relevant, intuitive, and beautiful experiences that our customers love. You will conceptualize and design original ideas that bring simplicity and ease of use to complex design issues. You are a conceptual thinker as well as a craftsperson. Your design work is clean, focused, and inspiring to others. AI-Driven Design: Conceptualize and deliver design solutions that leverage AI to simplify complexity, personalize experiences, and delight users. AI Native Mindset: Champion AI-first thinking—designing for scenarios where AI is not just an add-on, but a foundational element of the product. You will also collaborate with a dedicated and passionate multidisciplinary team to ship high quality experiences, in an agile environment. You must be able to communicate and collaborate across disciplines and articulate your design solutions across the team with a high level of influence and impact. Work with user researchers to coordinate testing efforts, interpret test results, and incorporate results into design efforts. Participate in and contribute to foundational research. Leverage and build upon existing design systems and guidelines. Contribute to broader Design team creative processes, team building, and our strong cultural values around diversity, inclusion, transparency, and growth mindset. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Graphic Design, Product Design, Visual Design, Human Computer Interaction, or related field OR equivalent experience. A portfolio demonstrating strong interaction + visual design and prototyping skills. Proficiency in translating research insights into intuitive product experiences. Strong command of all aspects and levels of interaction/UX design from information architecture to systems and workflows to micro-interactions. A proven track record of creatively solving hard problems, driving complex design issues across multidisciplinary groups such as engineering, product management, research and marketing; and shipping relevant experiences within deadlines. Experience in balancing user goals, business requirements and technical constraints to deliver delightful and meaningful product experiences. User-centric approach to design and an understanding of how to apply research insights into design and development of product experiences. Experience in data driven decision-making. Outstanding storytelling ability to generate empathy; using written and verbal communication, presentation, and organizational skills. Mastery in modern design and prototyping tools. (Figma, Sketch, Adobe CC) and a willingness to adopt new tools, processes and workflows. Experience working within and contributing to a structured design system. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with fellow designers and partners in Research, Product Management and Engineering. Highly organized, self-motivated, and have a keen attention to detail. Ability to multi-task and prioritize between multiple projects. Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of 4+ years of professional experience in product and/or interaction design. #W+DJOBS This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Responsibilities

You will work with fellow designers, research, product, and engineering teams to define and create relevant, intuitive, and beautiful experiences. Your role includes conceptualizing and designing original ideas that simplify complex design issues and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ship high-quality experiences.