Director, UX & Research

FortiveAustin, TX
Onsite

About The Position

At the heart of our mission is a simple belief: technology should feel like magic. We are seeking a Director of UX & Design to be the guardian of that magic. In this role, you will bridge the gap between high-level vision and tactile everyday moments that make our customers' lives better. You will lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team, serving as the bridge-builder across the organization to ensure every pixel we ship serves a human purpose. If you are a bold leader who can balance the rigor of Design Engineering with the heart of user-centered design, we’ve built a seat at the table just for you.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in UX/Product Design, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role scaling B2B SaaS design teams.
  • A portfolio of successful product outcomes where you led the journey from abstract vision to a high-impact, measurable market win.
  • Deep expertise in Design Engineering, user-centered design (UCD), and managing complex design systems at scale.
  • Proficiency in leveraging qualitative research and quantitative data (A/B testing, usage metrics) to drive high conviction design decisions.
  • Demonstrated experience using or implementing AI tools to optimize design processes and enhance the end-user experience.
  • The ability to navigate organizational complexity and communicate the business value of design to C-suite stakeholders.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Design, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in Product-Led Growth (PLG) environments.
  • Familiarity with modern analytics and experimentation platforms (e.g., Amplitude, Mixpanel, Pendo).
  • Background in enterprise SaaS or complex, workflow-based data products.
  • Experience scaling global design teams across multiple time zones and product lines.

Responsibilities

  • Define and evangelize an aspirational design vision that aligns with our long-term company goals and sets a new standard for vast portfolio of products.
  • Recruit, mentor, and scale a high-performing team of Product Designers and User Researchers, fostering a culture of radical accountability and creative excellence.
  • Direct the evolution of our global design system, ensuring seamless handoffs between Design and Engineering through advanced Design Engineering practices and shared component libraries.
  • Lead deep-dive user research and customer empathy initiatives to uncover market whitespace and validate complex solutions before they hit the roadmap.
  • Spearhead a robust experimentation culture, utilizing A/B testing and user research to relentlessly optimize user journeys and business outcomes.
  • Integrate cutting-edge AI tools for design into the team’s workflow to accelerate prototyping, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance creative output.
  • Work in lockstep with Product Management and Engineering leadership to balance aesthetic excellence with technical feasibility and business ROI.
  • Own experience coherence across a diverse multi‑product portfolio, driving convergence, simplification, and consistent interaction patterns while respecting product‑specific workflows.

Benefits

  • Grow Without Limits program offering resources, coaching, and support for personal and professional growth.
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