StudioNext | AMEX | XD - Exp. Designer II Phoenix

Studio Next | AMEX | XD - Exp. Designer II (4A) | NEW | Phoenix

Phoenix, Arizona

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 5–7 years of experience in
  UX research, UX design, or interaction design
  (adjustable by level).
• Strong proficiency in
  Figma
  for wire framing, 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.