Product Designer

Actalent; Kirkland (WA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Product Designer for remote work to enhance Microsoft AI-driven advertising experiences. The role involves collaboration with multiple teams to design inclusive, accessible user interfaces, utilizing modern design tools. Suitable candidates will have a strong portfolio showcasing their design process and user-centered solutions.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k)/Roth

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Must include a link to design portfolio and/or user research case studies.
• Experience designing and implementing user interfaces required.
• Strong visuals skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers and product managers through implementation.
• Design impactful interactions understanding customer needs.
• Contribute to strategic planning aligned with business goals.

Skills

Visual Design

Interaction Design

Prototyping

User Experience

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Interaction Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

Sketch

Job description

Description

Summary:

Help us build an inclusive Microsoft web and AI experiences! Microsoft AI Design and Research works at the forefront of creating new customer experiences in search maps advertising and news. We strive to make the web a better place for every person and organization on the planet to achieve more. Collaborate and create customer-driven experiences in an environment grounded in responsible design. Bring together your passion for web and AI technology knack for creative ideas and ability to lead with a growth mindset.

We are looking for Product Designers with strong skills in visual design interaction design concepting and prototyping to help create the next wave of AI powered Advertiser experiences and contribute to evolving our design system and framework. You will work across teams to create beautiful inclusiveand accessible experiences customers love.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers researchers product managers product planners and developers from the early stages through implementation
• Design relevant and impactful interactions and experiences through understanding the motivations behaviors and needs of our customers
• Contribute to strategic planning to align the design process with business goals and customer value
• Draw on your ability to map end-to-end experiences to propose creative solutions to complex customer journeys
• Utilize Fluent Design language and contribute to our Advertiser Design System
  
  

Qualifications

• Our team is open to non-traditional backgrounds and equivalent experiences to the qualifications below.
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Interaction Design Graphic/Communications Design Industrial or Product Design Human-Computer Interactions Psychology or related field
• Experience designing and implementing user interfaces whether as a professional or as a volunteer hobbyist or freelancer
• Experience with modern design tools like Figma Adobe Creative Suite or Sketch design-focused roles will require fluency in Figma on the job
• Demonstrated sense of interaction design attuned to the fundamentals of user experience including accessibility and inclusive design
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to energize teams and advocate for your ideas
• Knowledge of UX research methodologies and analyzing research data
• Strong problem-solving skills demonstrated in visual design skills or user research rigor.Resume must include a link to design portfolio and/or user research case studies.
  
  

Notes:

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Visual Skills: Portfolios must showcase strong visuals skills, meaning you do not see any images that are pixelated, all images working properly, motion, and animation included.
• Complex B2B product experience: Previous work samples for a financial product/tool or CRM platform are good indicators that they meet this requirement.
• Experience with Big enterprise is a plus but not a deal breaker.
• Open to agency work IF they can answer the following questions:
• Why did you design this way? What were the data making decisions? If the response is "someone told me to" (often the case w/ agency work) then they will be DQ’ed.
• Must be able to explain their design thinking and process. Asking them questions as to why they made the design decisions (they want to hear about the research they conducted, testing, data insights, etc. that went into the design decisions.)
• Portfolio must show detailed workflow examples. Samples that only show 2-3 steps will not qualify.
• Need to see workflows with thorough explanations of their design process to understand the thinking that went into the design decisions. (research, testing, data, etc.)
  
  

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Eligibility Requirements Apply To Some Benefits And May Depend On Your Job Classification And Length Of Employment. Benefits Are Subject To Change And May Be Subject To Specific Elections, Plan, Or Program Terms. This Temporary Role May Be Eligible For The Following:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k)/Roth
• Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D
• Short and long-term disability
• HSA & DCFSA
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave
  
  

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $58.00/hr.

Eligibility Requirements Apply To Some Benefits And May Depend On Your Job Classification And Length Of Employment. Benefits Are Subject To Change And May Be Subject To Specific Elections, Plan, Or Program Terms. If Eligible, The Benefits Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.