UX Product Designer

As the first full-time UX Product Designer at Mill, you will be responsible for leading and executing design processes from concept to implementation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and other designers, to create seamless and delightful user experiences. The ideal candidate is not only a skilled designer but also possesses a deep understanding of user-centered design principles, industry best practices, and emerging trends.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a deep understanding of user and business goals to inform design strategy.
• Tackle complex design challenges and provide creative solutions that balance user needs, business objectives, and technical constraints.
• Conduct user research to understand user needs, behaviors, and pain points. Analyze data and feedback to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes to visualize and communicate design concepts. Iterate on designs based on feedback and user testing.
• Develop innovative high-fidelity UX/UI/Interaction/Print designs that adhere to brand guidelines and design systems. Ensure consistency across all customer touchpoints.
• Plan and conduct usability testing sessions to gather feedback and validate design decisions. Use insights to refine and enhance the user experience.
• Ability to take ownership of projects and influence decision-making.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and other designers, to align on project goals and deliverables. Foster a collaborative and inclusive design process.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
• 6+ years of proven experience as a UX/Product Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful projects.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Experience working in an agile development environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.