Sr. Product Designer - UI

Come join Esri and help pioneer the field of mapping and spatial analysis through design. We are looking for a talented Senior Product Designer specializing in user interface design for Windows desktop applications. In this role, you will enhance the UI framework of ArcGIS Pro, ensuring a consistent and intuitive user experience. You will stay current with the latest Windows desktop design patterns, contribute to our evolving design system, and collaborate with various teams to maintain UI/UX consistency and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and enhancement of the UI framework for ArcGIS Pro, ensuring it aligns with modern Windows desktop design patterns
• Partner and contribute to our desktop design system that promotes consistency, scalability, and accessibility across the application
• Collaborate closely with product owners, engineers, and other designers to ensure a seamless and cohesive user experience
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and validate design decisions
• Create detailed design specifications, user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity prototypes
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in Windows desktop application design and accessibility
• Advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle, ensuring their needs and preferences are at the forefront
• Ensure that all UI components and interactions meet accessibility standards and guidelines
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to the growth and development of the design team

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in product design, with a focus on Windows desktop applications
• An online portfolio that demonstrates your design abilities, how you think, and a strong understanding of client objectives
• Experience using Figma, Figma UI Kits, adhering to established pattern libraries and required frameworks
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and rationale to stakeholders
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing, and translating findings into actionable design improvements
• In-depth knowledge of accessibility standards and guidelines (such as WCAG, ADA) and experience implementing accessible design solutions
• Bachelor’s in Product Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.

Recommended Qualifications

• Knowledge of GIS, spatial analysis, and data visualization
• Enterprise application design experience
• Experience designing mapping applications
• Familiarity with the ArcGIS platform
• Experience with accessibility and internationalization
• Understanding of Microsoft's Win32 and UWP Design Guidelines
• Master’s in Product Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field