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StudioNext | AMEX | XD – Exp. Designer II (4A) | NEW | Phoenix

WongDoody, Phoenix, AZ, United States


JOB TITLE:

UX Design Principal

We are looking for a

UX professional

with deep capabilities in

user research, design thinking, rapid prototyping, and visual design , with strong proficiency in

Figma . The ideal candidate will drive end-to-end user experience activities—from discovery and insights generation to prototyping and supporting implementation with developers and product managers. This role requires a balance of analytical research skills, creative design craft, and collaborative execution.

Key Responsibilities UX Research

Plan and execute

qualitative and quantitative research

methods including interviews, usability testing, diary studies, A/B tests, heuristic evaluations, and surveys.

Synthesize research findings into

insights, personas, journey maps, and design recommendations .

Advocate for user-centered decision-making and ensure insights directly influence product strategy.

Design Thinking & Problem Framing

Facilitate and contribute to

design thinking workshops , ideation sessions, and cross-functional problem-solving activities.

Translate complex or ambiguous challenges into structured frameworks such as

user journeys, opportunity maps, and concept models .

Communicate problem framing and solution rationale clearly to diverse stakeholders.

UX Prototyping & Visual Design

Create

wireframes, interaction flows, high-fidelity prototypes, and visual UI designs

using Figma as the primary tool.

Rapidly iterate prototypes to validate user needs and test usability early in the development lifecycle.

Ensure visual designs follow branding guidelines, accessibility standards (WCAG), and design-system principles.

Collaboration With Product & Engineering

Work closely with product managers to define user needs, business goals, feature requirements, and success metrics.

Partner with engineering teams to translate designs into

implementable specifications , provide design documentation, and support during development.

Perform

design QA

to ensure the final product matches the intended user experience and visual quality.

Required Qualifications

5–7 years of experience in

UX research, UX design, or interaction design

(adjustable by level).

Strong proficiency in

Figma

for wireframing, prototypes, design systems, and UI design.

Demonstrated experience conducting user research and translating insights into product decisions.

Solid command of interaction design principles, visual hierarchy, responsive design, and usability principles.

Experience working in

Agile

and collaborating with product managers, engineers, and cross-functional partners.

Strong communication and storytelling skills, able to present concepts at varying levels of fidelity.

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