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Job Description
- Req#: 16741
- Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to develop a shared understanding of business and user goals.
- Manage processes for gathering user and stakeholder feedback on existing UX and design ideas to iterate on design.
- Design short- and long-term UX vision and strategy for products and applications supported.
- Develop a deep understanding and documentation of customer journeys, personas and segmentation.
- Collect and analyze user behaviors and needs through qualitative and quantitative user research such as interviews, field studies, surveys, A/B testing, digital experience monitoring, and usability testing.
- Design solutions to address critical user pain points and opportunities to increase efficiency.
- Apply user-centered design processes that incorporate data (e.g., from real user monitoring (RUM) technologies), user insights, and continuous feedback.
- Develop and communicate design ideas through prototypes, wireframes, user flows, and other design deliverables.
- Ensure applications and products supported meet objectives for usability, adhere to relevant design and accessibility standards, comply with brand strategy and identity guidelines, and deliver positive experiences.
- Translate user research insights into stories, and partner with development team members to prioritize and deliver them.
- Use and coach others on UI/UX tools, techniques, and best practices.
- Communicate UX strategy and designs to internal and external stakeholders to build consensus and convey the impact of design decisions on user, customer, and business outcomes.
- Be an architect, contribute to and promote adoption of design patterns, standards, and systems.
- Lead a team or provide coaching and mentorship to junior UI/UX designers.
- Act as the UX lead on one or more product teams.
- Deep skills in one or more of the following design disciplines: interaction design, user interface design, information design, graphic design.
- Ability to distill complex concepts into design concepts and requirements.
- Experience with user research methods and techniques (e.g., usability testing, contextual inquiry, etc.) and conducting user acceptance testing.
- Ability to collaborate effectively and influence decision making across multidisciplinary teams.
- Adaptability and a willingness to learn new skills, technologies, and frameworks.
- Strong stakeholder management and facilitation skills, both for internal and external stakeholders and senior leaders.
- Proficiency in one of the UX design tools like Figma and Adobe XD.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical information to various stakeholders verbally and in writing.
- Experience with agile development and strong understanding of design principles.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Product Design or a major design discipline (or equivalent training or years of experience).
- Certifications on any UX tools are a plus.
- 10 years of total experience in product design or development.
- 7 years of relevant UX experience.
- 5 years of experience in leading a team.
- Background in Retail Industry with product development or similar areas are preferred.
- Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
- Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
- Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
- Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
- Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
- Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us.
Job Title: UX Designer III
Reports to: Frontend Engineering Lead
Location: RemoteInterested applicants must reside in one of the following approved states:
Arizona, California, Colorado, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington
The Role
User experience (UX) designers create high-quality, seamless user experiences for customers and employees by optimizing the functional experience and creating a polished and distinctive branded experience for products and applications. UX designers apply user-centered design principles and techniques, and partner with development teams to inform and improve solution design.
We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.
Your ImpactThe primary function of this role, includes but are not limited to:
Who You Are
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What We'll Give You
$140,000 - $150,000
The salary range posted reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in our Goleta, CA location. Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.#LI-KM1
About the company
Deckers Outdoor Corporation, doing business as Deckers Brands, is a footwear designer and distributor based in Goleta, California, United States.