Staff Interaction Designer, Google Beam

Google•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$188,000 - $274,000

About The Position

At Google, Interaction Designers transform complex tasks into intuitive, easy-to-use experiences. They apply user-centered design methods to create user experiences from concept to execution, working with design partners to evolve Google's design language and build innovative products. The role is on the Google Beam UX team, which develops experiences and interactions for emerging 3D video-calling products and immersive platforms. The designer will help shape a multi-year product goal and create detailed, ship-ready experiences while aligning cross-functional stakeholders. The role addresses ambiguous spatial and system interaction challenges, establishes design quality processes, and leads design alignment with partners. It bridges UX exploration and engineering execution, advances interactive prototyping workflows using AI tools, and helps define generative AI futures for 3D communication. Google Beam is a communication technology designed to make remote conversations feel face-to-face, using 3D imaging and spatial audio and integrating with leading remote video platforms. The role works with teammates across major functions in a fast-paced, product-oriented environment. Individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The listed US pay range is $188,000–$274,000 USD, plus a 20% bonus target, equity, and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
8 years of experience in product design or UX.
Experience in spatial UI ergonomics, lighting, texture, and materials within 3D environments.
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Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
12 years of experience in product design or UX.
5 years of experience working in a complex, cross-functional organization.
4 years of experience leading design projects.
3 years of experience working with executive leaders.
Understanding of Artificial Intelligence to accelerate and expand design workflows, use Generative AI for creative concepting, asset generation, and rapid aesthetic exploration in a 3D context.

Responsibilities

Define and galvanize the long-term user experience strategy for the Beam platform, driving alignment among cross-functional leaders in Engineering, Product, and Research, and ensuring the design goal remains central to product development.
Partner with User Research to evaluate the emotional resonance, usability, and delight of call experiences; design and set up high-fidelity simulated experiences in controlled environmental settings to support user studies.
Manage and resolve ambiguous design problems involving spatial design, depth-based hierarchy, and 3D spatial-layout constraints, prioritizing connection and presence.
Lead cross-functional UX alignment with strategic partner design and engineering teams.
Facilitate design workshops and establish foundational interaction patterns to support platform unity and consistent user experiences.