Lead UX Designer

Lead UX Designer : Key Capabilities

Effectively present and defend design rationale based on the brand, business needs, user goals, and usability, rather than personal opinion

Strong understanding of interface design principles; navigation and architecture; and typography, color, and layout principles

Experience designing for AI-powered applications, including conversational interfaces, data visualization, and algorithmic decision-making systems

Proficiency in design system creation and maintenance, including component libraries, design tokens, and documentation standards

Knowledge of DesignOps methodologies, team scaling practices, and design process optimization

Familiarity with standards-compliant web design and the capabilities and constraints provided by CSS, JavaScript libraries, mobile app frameworks, etc.

Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design principles

Experience with design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.), vibe coding tools in Figma, MagicPath, Lovable, etc and ability to evaluate and implement new tools

Collaborate with technical team members and mentor more junior colleagues

Speak and write well, play well with others, and engage with senior-level clients

Experience in consulting and the ability to deal with ambiguity

Willingness to travel to client locations and collaborate with distributed delivery teams

Strategic thinking ability to align design initiatives with business objectives and technology roadmaps.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading design for enterprise software, B2B applications, or complex data-driven interfaces

Background in service design or experience design for multi-touchpoint customer journeys

Knowledge of research methodologies including quantitative UX research and analytics interpretation

Experience with agile development methodologies and design integration in DevOps workflows

Understanding of product management principles and go-to-market strategies

Certification or formal training in design leadership, design thinking, or related methodologies

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a design discipline, human-computer interaction, cognitive science, or relevant experience. Continuous learning mindset with staying current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving design practices.