Senior UX Designer

Gambyt•Ann Arbor, MI

18d•Remote

About The Position

As a Senior UX Designer, you will take ownership of your craft while continuously expanding your expertise in the lottery industry and real-money gaming market. You'll be a curious, self-driven designer who thrives on solving complex design challenges and crafting exceptional user experiences. As our team grows, you'll have opportunities to share your expertise and help shape design practices across the organization. You'll work in one timezone with a U.S. workforce aligned in Eastern Time. You will partner with product, engineering, and cross-functional stakeholders to discover and define the client and product roadmaps for native apps, web platforms, financial systems, and promotional programs that modernize the player experience. You'll organize and facilitate design workshops that engage stakeholders in collaborative problem-solving while bringing diverse perspectives and innovative concepts into your design process and deliverables.

Requirements

5+ years of UX/UI design experience in a professional capacity, with a strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design solutions
Bachelor's degree in relevant field (HCI, UX Design, Graphic Design, or related discipline) or equivalent professional experience
Proven experience designing for web and mobile platforms, preferably including native applications
Expert proficiency in modern design tools, particularly Figma
Experience with design systems creation and maintenance
Excellent visual design skills with attention to typography, color theory, and layout principles
Strong foundation in user research methodologies and usability testing
Strong technical understanding including familiarity with HTML/CSS, design tokens, and front-end development constraints and capabilities
Self-motivated designer who takes initiative and drives projects forward independently
Strong curiosity and passion for understanding user behavior and industry trends
Exceptional problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills
Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with ability to articulate design decisions to diverse audiences
Strong collaborative mindset with experience working in cross-functional teams
Excellent time management and organizational skills with ability to prioritize effectively

Nice To Haves

Experience in gaming, entertainment, or regulated industries
Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices
Familiarity with agile development methodologies
Experience with motion design and micro-interactions
Background in conversion optimization and growth design

Responsibilities

Create and maintain comprehensive information architecture diagrams, user journey maps, wireframes, high-fidelity designs, and interactive prototypes
Present design iterations to internal teams and external stakeholders, cultivating feedback loops that drive world-class player experiences
Establish and maintain design system standards, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints
Advocate for accessibility best practices and inclusive design principles across all products
Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging design practices, bringing fresh perspectives to the team
Contribute to strategic design initiatives and process improvements
Cultivate a deep understanding of the lottery and real-money gaming industry and the landscape of design challenges and solutions
Collaborate closely with product managers and engineers throughout the entire product development lifecycle
Lead user research initiatives including usability testing, interviews, and behavioral analysis to ensure the voice of the customer guides our design decisions
Partner with data analysts to transform insights into design decisions that are both user-centered and business-driven

Benefits

Enjoy a work experience that is fully-optimized for remote engagement
Summer Fridays during the summer months (coordinated company-wide time off)
Responsible-use unlimited vacation and personal leave policy
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Variable compensation package
Annual anniversary bonus
Equity participation in our privately-held company
Growing company with career advancement opportunities
Comprehensive health and dental coverage with no premium copays
401(k) program with 3% baseline company contribution
Periodic wellness benefits shipped directly to your home
One-Time Technology stipend for home office setup and monthly cell phone and computer stipend