UX/UI Design Manager

Taleo; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid flexibility

Vehicle perks

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) with match

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Hyundai Capital America, a leader in automotive financing, is seeking a UX/UI Design Manager to lead design across digital platforms. You will own the design process from concept to execution, collaborating with product, engineering, and marketing to deliver usable, aesthetically compelling experiences while maintaining brand integrity.

You will guide a design team, develop scalable design systems, facilitate research, and partner with executives to align UX strategies with business goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years relevant design experience in cross-channel UX/UI.
• Strong portfolio across digital platforms.
• Experience in Agile environments.
• Experience managing external agencies preferred.
• Automotive finance familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design process from concept to execution.
• Collaborate with product owners, developers, and stakeholders.
• Develop style guides and design systems.
• Conduct user research and usability testing.
• Mentor design team and drive best practices.

Skills

UX design

UI design

Stakeholder collaboration

Agile experience

User research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

Sketch

Job description

Job Description - UX/UI Design Manager (260000OS)

Job Description

UX/UI Design Manager - ( 260000OS )

Description

Hyundai Capital America (HCA) helps people move forward. Through Hyundai Motor Finance, Genesis Finance, and Kia Finance, we deliver innovative financing, leasing, and insurance solutions to more than 3 million customers and businesses nationwide.

We’re a company driven by growth, innovation, and people. At HCA, you’ll find opportunities to build new skills, expand your career, and make a real impact—while working in a diverse, inclusive, and values‑driven environment. We’re proud to support our communities through volunteerism, philanthropy, and engaged Employee Resource Groups.

If you’re looking for a fast‑paced, collaborative workplace where your ideas matter, join us as we lead the future of financing freedom of movement.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The UX/UI Design Manager is responsible for delivering exceptional design solutions for the various digital platforms and brands owned by HCA. This role will manage the design process from concept to execution, ensuring that the user experience and interface design meets exceptional standards of quality, usability, and aesthetics and collaborate with product owners, developers, and other stakeholders to create engaging, user-friendly designs that align with marketing and business objectives. In addition, this role will proactively engage and collaborate with business leaders at HCA, global headquarters, and local OEMs to ensure alignment for UX/UI design strategies, brand alignment, and effective execution.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Design Solutions

Collaborate with various business stakeholders to define and deliver UX design and UI solutions that align with the overall product roadmap and support the realization of corporate objectives.

Translate business and user needs into innovative design strategies, workflows, wireframes, and high‑fidelity prototypes.

Promote and drive user research and usability testing to gather insights, validate design decisions, and iterate on solutions that meet user needs and enhance the user journey.

Champion design best practices and advocate for the end user within the organization.

Design Process

Manage the design process from concept to execution ensuring high‑quality experiences, usability, and brand alignment across relevant digital products and platforms, such as the dealer portals, external websites, and mobile apps.

Develop and maintain style guides, systems, and best practices to support scalable, cohesive design execution.

Manage relationships with external creative agencies and vendors, whenever applicable, to ensure deliverables align with brand standards, project goals/timelines, budget, quality reviews and user experience best practices.

Organize, prepare briefing materials (slides, mockups, user flows and/or design rationale) and facilitate meetings with vendors

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

Minimum 5-7 years relevant design experience for cross-channel user experience.

Strong portfolio showcasing a range of UX/UI design work across multiple digital platforms.

Experience working in an Agile development environment, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality products.

Prior experience managing relationships with creative agencies preferred.

Prior experience working within automotive finance preferred.

Familiarity with photo editing or video editing preferred.

Bachelor’s degree required in Design, Human‑Computer Interaction, Marketing, Psychology, Computer Science or related field.

Certifications in user experience a plus.

Deep understanding of user‑centered design principles, user research methodologies, usability testing, interaction design, and information architecture

Demonstrated experience with design and prototyping tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch and/or Figma.

Knowledge of the automotive or automotive finance industry.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with various stakeholders and present to varied audiences.

Ability to identify and solve complex problems related to UX design with keen attention to detail.

Knowledge of accessibility standards, responsive design principles, and current UX/UI design trends.

Familiarity with design tools (e.g., Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD) and digital marketing technologies (e,g, web, mobile, email, etc.).

Understanding how UX design can bring value to business goals and objectives.

Proven critical thinking, problem solving skills for strategy formulation.

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE

At HCA, our people drive our success. That’s why we offer a competitive rewards package that supports your health, financial future, and overall wellbeing—at work and beyond.

Benefits Highlights

Hybrid flexibility – 4 days in office, 1 day remote

Vehicle perks – monthly vehicle allowance plus purchase and lease discounts

Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans

Employer‑funded HSA contributions to help reduce healthcare costs

401(k) with company match and immediate vesting from day one

100% company‑paid life and disability insurance

Wellbeing benefits including fitness and health resources

Leadership programs and career development that support continuous learning

Paid Volunteer Time Off and a company charitable donation in your honor

Because great benefits help you thrive—personally and professionally.

OTHER DETAILS

Our Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace—because we believe diversity builds stronger teams. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, caste, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, family care or medical leave status, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided during the application process is requested in good faith and will be used solely in accordance with applicable employment laws.

This notice only applies to our applicants who reside in the State of California.