Director, UX Design - Marketplace

Overview

EXCITING DIRECTOR, UX DESIGN OPPORTUNITY IN BENTONVILLE 

Very Generous Relocation Assistance is Provided

Ready to revolutionize the online marketplace experience for millions of users? A Fortune 500 retail giant, known for its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, has partnered with Aquent to find a visionary Director of UX Design. This is your chance to lead a talented team, shape the future of e-commerce, and make a tangible impact on a global scale.
As the Director of UX Design, you’ll be the driving force behind crafting seamless and engaging user experiences for the company’s online marketplace. You’ll leverage your deep understanding of user-centered design principles to lead research initiatives, develop innovative design solutions, and champion a culture of user advocacy. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend strategic thinking with hands-on design execution, influencing the digital journey of countless customers.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead user research initiatives, employing a variety of methodologies to uncover user needs, behaviors, and motivations.
• Translate research insights into actionable design strategies, creating intuitive and engaging user experiences.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and marketing, to align design solutions with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides, ensuring consistency and scalability across the platform.
• Mentor and guide a team of UX designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Drive usability testing and iterative design, continuously optimizing the user experience based on data and feedback.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices, incorporating emerging technologies and design principles into your work.
• Present design solutions to stakeholders, effectively communicating the value and impact of your work.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in UX design, with a proven track record of leading successful design projects.
• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate design concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of designers.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Experience working in e-commerce or marketplace environments.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies.
• Experience with user research tools and techniques.
• A portfolio showcasing innovative and user-centered design solutions.

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