Senior UX/UI Designer

Dentsu Aegis Network Ltd.; Lisboa; Híbrido; EUR 40 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

25 vacation days

Volunteer days

Mental health support days

Health insurance

Cutting-edge technology

Hybrid working hours

Dentsu Academy access

Team & company events

Employee discounts

Free breakfast

Resumo da oferta

Merkle, a dentsu company, is seeking a Senior UX/UI Designer in Lisbon to envision and shape high-impact digital touchpoints. You will bridge business goals, user needs, and technical execution, working with CX strategists, designers, and developers to deliver compelling experiences.

We value 3–5 years of experience, strong UX methods, and fluency in English. Expect hybrid work with 1 day in the office weekly and a focus on scalable design systems, accessibility, and end-to-end UX processes.

Qualificações

• Human-centered design, information architecture, interaction design, and usability.
• Completed degree in design (university or technical college) in design, web, or interaction design.
• 3–5 years of professional experience designing complex digital products, preferably in an agency or product-driven environment.
• Strong creative and analytical thinking with ability to understand complex systems.
• Excellent knowledge of core UX principles and methodologies (usability, accessibility, inclusive design).
• Practical experience with Design Thinking fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with Figma, Miro, and prototyping tools.
• Experience facilitating workshops, benchmarking, usability testing, and end-to-end UX processes.
• Solid understanding of UI design, interaction design, and responsive design best practices.
• Experience across B2B, B2C, and e-commerce projects.

Responsabilidades

• Envision and shape first-class digital touchpoints and experiences.
• Collaborate with CX strategists, designers, and developers to advocate for users.
• Translate visions into wireframes and high-fidelity interfaces.
• Design responsive layouts with interactive states, motion, and animation.
• Contribute to and maintain design systems for consistency and scalability.
• Facilitate workshops and usability testing within agile teams.

Conhecimentos

Human-centered design

Information architecture

Interaction design

Usability

Design Thinking

UX principles

Collaborative teamwork

English communication

Formação académica

Degree in design (university/technical college)

Ferramentas

Figma

Miro

Prototyping tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Company Description

We Dream. We Do. We Deliver. At Merkle, a dentsu company, we power the experience economy. Whether we’re building the next great app, running CRM at scale for global brands, delivering technology architectures that support millions of users, or providing world-class data, identity, and insights solutions, it’s all in the name of crafting experiences that set brands apart from the competition. Backed by dentsu's legacy of innovation and creativity originating in Japan, we’ve spent over 35 years helping brands build loyalty, drive growth, and connect meaningfully with their audiences. We’ve been named a global “Leader” by top industry analyst firms in categories as wide-ranging as digital transformation and commerce, experience design, engineering and technology integration, digital marketing, data science, CRM and loyalty, and customer data management. Why choose Merkle? Innovation at Our Core: As part of dentsu’s global network, Merkle pushes the boundaries of customer experience, integrating creativity, technology, and data to drive real-world impact. For over 35 years, we’ve been innovating to meet the changing needs of our clients. Global Reach with Local Expertise: With over 16,000 employees across 30+ countries, and part of a 70,000 employees’ network at dentsu, Merkle blends global insights with a deep understanding of local markets to deliver personalized, effective solutions. Collaborative Culture: At Merkle, your ideas and contributions truly matter. You’ll join a team that fosters innovation, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. Together, we work on impactful international projects, making meaningful connections every step of the way.

Job Description

Do you have a thirst for knowledge and are fascinated by digital solutions? We are currently looking for an UX/UI Designer that could be able to take the responsibility for envisioning and shaping first-class, innovative digital touchpoints, and bringing new ideas to life and enthrall our clients with unique digital experiences. Being the connecting piece between business goals, user needs, and technical implementation, you collaborate deeply with CX strategists, other designers, and developers, always acting as advocates for users’ needs throughout the entire process.

What we expect

• You are a proven, multi‑skilled, flexible, and experienced Senior UX/UI Designer with a strong portfolio that demonstrates your expertise across the full design lifecycle.
• Demonstrate experience working collaboratively to align the needs of our clients with those of their end users, from initial concept through to final delivery.
• Have experience working in agile, multidisciplinary teams, designing end‑to‑end digital customer experiences (e.g. commerce, brand, and service experiences).
• Be comfortable designing short‑term experiments and learning prototypes, as well as scaling concepts into robust, long‑term solutions.
• Translate visions and ideas into ambitious design concepts, from wireframes to high‑fidelity user interfaces.
• Collaborate closely with other UX/UI designers to brainstorm concepts, sketch ideas, and create low‑and high‑fidelity prototypes to shape user‑centered design solutions, that can be rapidly tested with users.
• Design accessible, intuitive, consistent, and delightful digital experiences, with strong attention to detail and pixel‑perfect execution.
• Work with designers and developers to create responsive layouts, including interactive states, motion, and animation.
• Contribute to and work within design systems, ensuring consistency and scalability across products.

Qualifications

• Human‑centered design, information architecture, interaction design, and usability.
• A completed degree in design (university or technical college), e.g. in the field of communication, web or interaction design, or a comparable qualification.
• Minimum 3‑5 years of professional experience designing complex digital products and applications, preferably in an agency or product‑driven environment.
• Strong creative and analytical thinking, with the ability to understand complex systems and processes.
• Excellent knowledge of core UX principles and methodologies (usability, accessibility, inclusive design, etc.).
• Practical experience with Design Thinking fundamentals.
• Hands‑on experience with industry‑standard tools such as Figma, Miro, and other prototyping and collaboration tools.
• Experience facilitating workshops, conducting benchmarking, usability testing, walkthroughs, and end‑to‑end UX processes.
• Strong understanding of UI design principles, interaction design, and responsive design best practices.
• Experience applying user‑centered and inclusive design principles.
• Hands‑on experience building, maintaining, and contributing to design systems.
• Experience across B2B, B2C, and e‑commerce projects.
• Solid technical understanding of modern web technologies.
• Experience working closely with development teams in agile environments.
• Ability to leverage AI tools to support and enhance daily design workflows.
• Passion for staying up to date with the latest UX/UI trends, tools, and technologies.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Comfortable collaborating within cross‑functional teams.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.

Benefits and perks

• 25 vacation days
• Enjoy 2 additional volunteering days to support your passion project
• Mental Health: Benefit from 3 extra wellness days on top of your vacation days and a Mental Health First Aider and Employee Assisstance program to support your well‑being
• Health insurance (also possible for family members)
• Cutting Edge Technology & Latest IT tools
• Software‑house environment
• Agile and Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working: we combine flexibility with in‑person collaboration, with an expectation of 1 day per week/ 4 days per month in the office
• Digital nomad policy
• Focus on career development
• Full access to Dentsu Academy, our global online learning platform
• Beers, foosball, and ping‑pong!
• Free breakfast every second Wednesday of the month
• Employee discounts
• Team & Company events
• Referral bonus program

Work visa sponsorship is not available. For local documentation (NIF, NISS), please consult Portuguese authorities.

Location: Lisbon

Brand: Merkle

Time Type: 全职

Contract Type: 永久

At dentsu, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is central to our vision: “To be at the forefront of people‑centered transformations that shape society.” We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives, we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people, clients, and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role‑specific requirements, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

About dentsu For over 120 years, innovation has been a core tenet of our offering – exploring new ways to reach, engage and nurture relationships with audiences. Together we drive a multiplier effect for clients at a global scale, through the development of Integrated Growth Solutions that are underpinned by our promise to clients: innovating to impact. Be a force for good. Sustainability is a vital part of our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We’re leading the way – helping to build a more sustainable planet. Dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future. Team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way.