Sr UX/UI Designer

Kohler • Kohler, WI

106d • $102,500 - $130,550 • Hybrid

About The Position

Kohler Co. is looking for a talented Sr. Product Designer - UX/UI, with a solid craft and attention to detail to help build digital products to better serve end-customers and trade professionals. This will be a key role in bridging the gap between visual, interaction and information design and be responsible for the information architecture, user interaction design and visual design for assigned digital projects. This role will be expected to demonstrate expert knowledge of usability and accessibility best practices, and a thorough understanding of responsive web and mobile app development processes. You are someone that is ready to take that next step in your professional design journey, having knowledge of the latest design trends. You have exceptional problem-solving skills that turn complex and confusing problems into simple and understandable solutions, while thriving within a fast-paced, startup-like environment. You have a proven track record of successful collaboration with development and product teams to deliver high-quality user experiences across Kohler's global brands.

Requirements

• Must be a strong conceptual thinker, able to understand the 'big picture' of the project.
• Experience in designing commerce (B2C, B2B) experiences.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating attention to detail and UX/UI design acumen working within responsive digital environments.
• Deep interpersonal skills, especially the ability to work tactfully and respectfully with a wide variety of individuals.
• Visual design experience with luxury brands is a plus.
• Must demonstrate aptitude for ongoing learning and application of newly acquired knowledge.
• Personality to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• General aptitude for learning new software applications.
• Demonstrable experience in conceptual design, rapid-prototyping, visual design, ADA and agile Web/App software development process.
• Must be proficient in tools such as Figma, Miro, Adobe Creative Suite, as well as other prototyping, UX testing tools.
• Understanding of HTML, CSS, AEM, and the latest in Marketing and Communication technologies preferred.
• Bachelor's or graduate degree in a design-related discipline with a minimum of 5-8 years of professional experience in practicing user experience design; agency experience preferred.
• Must have excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent facilitation, virtual white-boarding, presentation & team collaboration skills.
• Strong working knowledge of information architecture and Web/mobile application usability design.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and bring innovative ideas.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• Visual design experience with luxury brands.
• Global experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Associate Design Director to set the strategic design vision and tactical priorities for Kohler projects and experiences.
• Apply user-centered design methods to translate user needs, business objectives, project requirements, and technology capabilities into world-class digital experiences.
• Create complete design solutions including building user scenarios, process flows, sitemaps, annotated wireframes, UI schematics, screen concepts, rapid-prototypes, functional and presentation specifications, and design system enhancements.
• Collaborate with Product Owner(s), Content Strategy/Product Designers and Development Teams to define business requirements, align goals and feasibility, and drive design standards across projects.
• Gather and understand information about user needs from stakeholder interviews, market research, benchmarks, requirements gathering and functional/non-functional specifications.
• Develop click-through prototypes to demonstrate interactivity for internal stakeholders and usability test participants.
• Lead design experimentation and research across multiple testing platforms/tools.
• Facilitate Design Thinking with cross-functional teams.
• Guide, mentor and inspire other designers in the team.
• Create interactive prototypes and present to stakeholders to effectively articulate design decisions.
• Leverage and extend the use of established design system, style guide, patterns, and assets in the creation of UX analysis, solutions, and deliverables.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision & 401k.
• Access to applicable benefit programs from the first day on the job.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree