UX Designer (III)

Aquent; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans with matching

Online training through Gymnasium

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a visionary UX Design leader to own outcomes for complex projects and guide product strategy. You will shape design direction, mentor peers, and influence multiple teams to deliver user-centered, ethically grounded experiences used by millions.

Ideal candidates will drive design systems, leverage data to measure impact, and articulate design narratives that align with business goals. This role offers a high-impact, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in data analysis, synthesis, and planning.
• Strong knowledge of product design principles and methodologies.
• Expertise in interactive technology.
• Solid understanding and application of UX research methodology.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the product development lifecycle.
• Exceptional aesthetic sensibility.
• Deep understanding of user behavior.
• Proven ability in delivering compelling presentations.
• Mastery of storytelling to convey design narratives and insights.
• A strong foundation in systems thinking.
• High level of craftsmanship in design execution.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to articulate design intentions and guide implementation.
• Use data and metrics to evaluate product impact and user trends.
• Incorporate UX testing and stakeholder feedback to improve design.
• Build consensus and communicate design approaches across teams.
• Support project prioritization and resource planning.
• Develop innovative design solutions informed by user insights and business goals.
• Lead the design process, design system, and brand language across products.
• Mentor peers and contribute to strategic design guidance.

Skills

Data analysis

Product design principles

Interactive technology

UX research

Product lifecycle

Storytelling

Systems thinking

Design leadership

Job description

Aquent, a leading talent solutions partner, is thrilled to connect top-tier design talent with an exceptional opportunity at a globally recognized technology leader. We are seeking a visionary and highly skilled individual to join a dynamic team that is shaping the future of user experiences. This is your chance to make a profound impact, drive innovation, and define the strategic direction for critical projects within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

About Our Client

Our client is a world-renowned technology company at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to building products and services that empower billions of users globally. They are committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, fostering a culture of creativity, and delivering user experiences that are intuitive, impactful, and inspiring. Joining this team means contributing to a legacy of excellence and working on initiatives that touch lives around the world.

About the Role

Step into a pivotal role where you will not just design, but truly own the outcomes for significant projects, complex programs, or emerging areas. As a key contributor, you will navigate uncharted territories, define scalable and sustainable solutions, and champion long-term user experience and product strategy. Your expertise will guide multiple design efforts, challenge conventional thinking, and ensure that every solution is not only innovative but also deeply user-centered and ethically sound. This is an unparalleled opportunity to influence product direction, mentor peers, and leave a lasting mark on products used by millions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with engineers to articulate design intentions, negotiate solutions, and guide the implementation of design specifications, mock-ups, and product models.
• Leverage and propose key data and metrics to evaluate product impact, understand the broader product ecosystem, analyze user trends, and assess industry landscapes through cross-functional collaboration.
• Drive continuous improvements in design by incorporating insights from UX testing and stakeholder feedback, actively engaging stakeholders to achieve product goals.
• Build consensus across diverse teams and secure support for design strategies from various stakeholders, effectively communicating design approaches and proactively addressing potential challenges.
• Contribute to the development of project priorities aligned with overarching goals and coordinate resource allocation within your project, actively seeking opportunities to expand your responsibilities.
• Craft innovative design solutions informed by user insights, business objectives, and industry trends, directly supporting the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Generate groundbreaking design solutions for complex user, product, and business challenges, anticipating evolving design constraints and clearly articulating the rationale behind design choices.
• Lead the implementation of a holistic design process, design system, or design language across multiple teams or products, performing design and testing processes and building support for a unified design vision.
• Provide guidance to other designers in developing design concepts for product ideation or user research/testing, or conduct independent research to inform and shape appropriate design directions.
• Apply, adapt, and define comprehensive UX design frameworks, including principles, patterns, and systems. Utilize writing and design tools to visualize ideas, develop mock-ups, or create prototypes that advance the product vision, tailoring deliverables to specific product or platform requirements while adhering to templates, style guides, and accessibility guidelines.
• Propose strategic ideas to enhance user experience by proactively analyzing and anticipating user needs through collaborative efforts, effectively resolving constraints in strategy, product, or technology.

Must‑Have Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in data analysis, synthesis, and planning.
• Strong knowledge of product design principles and methodologies.
• Expertise in interactive technology.
• Solid understanding and application of UX research methodology.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the product development lifecycle.
• Exceptional aesthetic sensibility.
• Deep understanding of user behavior.
• Proven ability in delivering compelling presentations.
• Mastery of storytelling to convey design narratives and insights.
• A strong foundation in systems thinking.
• High level of craftsmanship in design execution.

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.