UX/UI Tooling Lead

Join a world-renowned organization, partnered with Aquent Talent, that is at the forefront of innovation, consistently pushing boundaries to deliver exceptional experiences. This organization is dedicated to transforming complex challenges into intuitive solutions, making a profound impact on how internal teams operate and collaborate globally.

About the Opportunity

This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented design leader to significantly influence the operational backbone of our internal systems. You will be instrumental in transforming complex workflows and automation concepts into intuitive, user-centric experiences, directly impacting productivity and collaboration across various teams. Your vision and expertise will not only define the aesthetic but also the fundamental usability of critical internal tools, setting new standards for design excellence and user advocacy. This role offers a unique chance to shape the future of internal operations through cutting-edge design, driving efficiency and creativity at a global scale.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design of thoughtful and intuitive user experiences for a suite of internal tools.
• Translate intricate requirements, complex workflows, and data into clear, engaging, and highly functional interfaces.
• Generate comprehensive design artifacts, ranging from initial concepts and user flows to production-ready assets.
• Architect and implement a robust design system that ensures consistency and scalability across multiple internal platforms.
• Actively participate in design reviews, skillfully integrating feedback to continuously enhance and strengthen design solutions.
• Contribute to the evolution of existing design patterns while proactively exploring and proposing innovative solutions for emerging operational needs.
• Champion our core design principles of simplicity, clarity, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring they are reflected in every interaction.

Qualifications

Must-Have Skills & Experience:

• 5-7 years of professional experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in tooling or complex system design.
• Proficiency with leading design and prototyping tools including Sketch, Figma, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Experience with collaboration and project management tools such as Confluence and Jira.
• Adept at creating compelling presentations and visual communications using tools like Keynote and Miro.
• Proven ability to advocate for users throughout the design process, translating user needs into impactful design solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in creating and implementing comprehensive design systems.

Nice-to-Have Skills & Experience:

• Experience collaborating closely with engineering teams to ensure design fidelity through implementation.
• A passion for continuous learning and contributing to the evolution of design standards and practices.
• Strong ability to work cross-functionally, turning complex concepts into clear, meaningful interactions.

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.