Principal UX Design Strategist, Product
$130k/y-$150k/y
3 days ago
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OnsiteFull-timeMid
Summary
Aquent is seeking a Principal UX Design Strategist, Product to join their team in New York, NY. The role involves shaping the strategic direction of digital and physical product experiences, bridging human-centered design, business strategy, and product development.
About the Role
As a Principal UX Design Strategist, you will define and drive UX strategy for digital product portfolios, partner with product owners and designers, lead the development of user flows and journey maps, facilitate workshops, and mentor a team of design strategists and UX designers. You will ensure that every interaction reflects a commitment to empathy, usability, and business value.
About You
Required:
- 6+ years of experience in UX strategy, design strategy, or product design leadership.
- Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional design initiatives.
- Deep expertise in human-centered design, service design, and UX research methodologies.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking, design leadership, and measurable impact.
- Experience in Agile environments and collaboration with product and engineering teams.
- Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and other design and prototyping tools.
- Exceptional communication, facilitation, and storytelling skills.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in design, HCI, Strategy, or a related field or equivalent experience.
Preferred:
- Experience in financial services or regulated industries.
- Familiarity with HTML/CSS/JavaScript.
- Experience with enterprise-level design systems and governance.
Aquent
Aquent is the leading global work solutions company helping guide businesses toward the talent, technology, and services they need to excel. From specialty recruiting and talent experience to creative strategy and project management, we’re making the future of work better for everyone. Our brands include Aquent Talent, Aquent Studios, Aquent RoboHead, Aquent Scout, Aquent Sustainability, Aquent Employer of Record, and Aquent Gymnasium. Based in the U.S. with locations in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Netherlands, and the U.K., we are positioned to deliver the solutions you need to unlock your global potential. Learn more at aquent.com.
New York, NY