Lead UX Designer

AT&T•Atlanta, GA

6d•$160,000 - $192,600•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Lead UX Designer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating wireframes and interactive prototypes, designing user interface features, and ensuring alignment with brand guidelines. You will conduct user research, define information architecture, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective design solutions. This position requires independent project management, adherence to usability and accessibility standards, and the creation of comprehensive design documentation. You will also mentor junior designers and introduce new design methodologies to enhance user engagement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent degree in Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Design Management
5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in a related occupation utilizing User Flows, Wire-framing, Interaction Design, Visual Design & UI, and Design System
Utilizing Accessibility Design (WCAG), Micro Interactions, and Responsive Design
Utilizing Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and InVision
Utilizing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Responsibilities

Create wireframes and interactive prototypes to visualize design solutions.
Design and develop user interface features, site animations, and special effects elements, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and aesthetic principles.
Conduct thorough user research to understand user needs and behaviors.
Develop and organize the structure and flow of information within the product, and determine optimal layout, media, and technology based on client requirements.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including UI designers, developers, and product managers, to ensure cohesive and effective design solutions.
Contribute to the design group’s efforts to enhance digital offerings.
Independently manage multiple projects.
Ensure that designs comply with usability and accessibility standards.
Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation, and maintain security and documentation standards, including quality and accuracy.
Conduct qualitative and quantitative research (interviews, surveys, usability testing) to identify user needs and behaviors.
Translate findings into actionable design insights.
Define navigation structures, content hierarchy, and workflows.
Create user flows, wireframes, and interactive prototypes using industry-standard tools.
Develop high-fidelity mockups and UI components aligned with brand guidelines.
Ensure consistency across platforms through design systems and reusable components.
Apply WCAG standards to ensure inclusive design.
Validate designs for usability, accessibility, and security compliance.
Work closely with product managers, developers, and QA teams to deliver cohesive solutions.
Mentor junior designers and contribute to team best practices.
Maintain comprehensive design documentation for audits and future reference.
Introduce new design methodologies and micro-interaction patterns to enhance user engagement.
Utilize User Flows, Wire-framing, Interaction Design, Visual Design & UI, and Design System.
Utilize Accessibility Design (WCAG), Micro Interactions, and Responsive Design.
Utilize Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and InVision; and utilizing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone