Senior Product Designer (UX) [211360]

Aquent; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Vision plan

Dental plan

Paid sick leave

Retirement plan with match

Online training

Job summary

Aquent Talent is seeking a highly skilled UX Designer to lead the full lifecycle of digital product design. You will shape experiences across desktop and mobile, collaborating with Agile teams to deliver thoughtful solutions that delight users and drive business growth.

The role emphasizes independent design exploration, strong portfolio evidence, and mentorship within a fast-paced environment. Join a team that values client-first thinking and innovative digital experiences.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of UX design experience focused on digital products or equivalent.
• 1+ year of UX experience specifically for touch-based mobile interfaces.
• An online portfolio showcasing design thinking that leads to innovative solutions.
• Demonstrated experience with most aspects of a user-centered design process, including user research, developing user flows, creating wireframes, and building interactive prototypes for testing.
• Proficiency in design tools like Figma.

Responsibilities

• Drive the full UX design lifecycle from discovery to implementation.
• Design seamless interactions across desktop, mobile web, and native mobile platforms.
• Collaborate closely with a cross-functional Agile team to co-create innovative solutions.
• Independently lead design exploration and decision-making, defining problems and proposing impactful solutions.
• Take ownership of assigned projects, addressing challenges and proposing effective resolutions.
• Uphold high design standards and evolve patterns while adhering to the design system.
• Mentor or support less experienced designers and foster growth within the team.

Skills

UX design

Mobile UX

User research

Prototyping

Tools

Figma

Job description

Aquent is thrilled to partner with a leading organization in the financial services industry, where you'll have the exceptional opportunity to shape digital experiences that truly make a difference. This role is your chance to influence countless users with innovative and thoughtful design solutions, contributing directly to the strategic growth and innovation of their digital offerings.

Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to putting clients first, driving meaningful change, and evolving the future of digital interactions, leaving a lasting mark on the digital landscape.

Are you ready to dive into a pivotal role where your design prowess will transform digital experiences for millions? We're seeking a highly skilled and passionate individual to drive the evolution of digital interactions for a prominent financial services leader. In this exciting opportunity, you will be instrumental in designing intuitive and impactful solutions that delight users across various platforms. You'll lead the full UX design lifecycle, from initial discovery to final implementation, collaborating closely with cross-functional Agile teams to co-create innovative solutions. This is your chance to independently lead design exploration, expertly define problems, and propose impactful solutions that directly contribute to the strategic growth and innovation of digital offerings. Your contributions will not only enhance user satisfaction but also profoundly shape the future of digital interactions for a vast user base.

What You'll Do

• Drive the full UX design lifecycle, from initial discovery to final implementation, ensuring solutions delight users and align with business needs.
• Design seamless interactions across desktop, mobile web, and native mobile platforms.
• Collaborate closely with a cross-functional Agile team to co-create innovative solutions.
• Independently lead design exploration and decision-making, expertly defining problems and proposing impactful solutions.
• Take ownership of assigned projects, proactively addressing challenges and proposing effective resolutions.
• Uphold high design standards, adhering to channel guidelines and an established design system, while thoughtfully evolving patterns and approaches.
• Cultivate strong, productive partnerships with peers and cross-functional teams through clear communication, shared understanding, and mutual accountability.
• Model strong leadership behaviors through exceptional craft, communication, and follow-through.
• Mentor or support less experienced designers, fostering growth within the team.

What You'll Bring (Must-Have)

• 6–10 years of UX design experience focused on digital products or equivalent.
• 1+ year of UX experience specifically for touch-based mobile interfaces.
• An online portfolio showcasing design thinking that leads to innovative solutions.
• Demonstrated experience with most aspects of a user-centered design process, including user research, developing user flows, creating wireframes, and building interactive prototypes for testing.
• Proficiency in design tools like Figma.
• Please include a link to your digital portfolio of relevant work on your resume; ensure any required passwords are provided.

Bonus Points (Nice-to-Have)

• Experience using AI-powered tools or workflows (professionally or independently) to support design, research, or problem-solving, with an interest in applying emerging technologies thoughtfully in client experiences.
• Strong self-management skills and comfort owning work independently.
• Ability to clearly communicate design decisions to diverse audiences.
• Some technical knowledge or experience collaborating closely with engineers.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.