• 10+ years of experience in user experience design, with strong case studies demonstrating measurable impacts
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction,

Desirable

• We are seeking an experienced Director of User Interface (UI) and Design Systems to lead the UI design efforts at Workiva
• The Director of UI will play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience of our digital products, catering specifically to the needs of our business customers
• In this role, you will set and continually raise the bar for craft across Workiva’s product portfolio
• They will lead a team of UI designers and design system designers in creating intuitive, efficient, and visually appealing interfaces that drive user engagement and satisfaction
• Lead Discipline Strategy:
• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the UI design team, aligning design initiatives with the company objectives
• Develop and implement a UI design strategy that focuses on delivering value to business users, enhancing productivity, and driving design system adoption
• Communicate UI design concepts, rationale, and trade-offs to stakeholders, gaining buy-in and alignment on design decisions
• Foster Team Development and Culture:
• Develop a high-performing UI design team capable of delivering exceptional designs that meet business requirements
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the UI design team
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to team members to help them grow and excel in their roles
• Drive Collaboration and Integration Prioritization:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and customer success, to ensure UI designs support overall product goals and customer needs
• Partner closely with product management and engineering teams to translate business requirements and technical constraints into effective UI designs
• Integrate user feedback, usability testing results, and market research insights into the UI design process
• Manage UI design projects from concept to delivery, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
• Prioritize design initiatives based on business impact, customer feedback, and strategic objectives
• Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and resource constraints, and develop mitigation strategies to address them
• Set Design Standards and Quality Assurance:
• Lead the creation of user interfaces for Workiva’s products, ensuring they are intuitive, efficient, and visually appealing
• Define and maintain UI design standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all products
• Conduct regular reviews and evaluations of UI designs to identify areas for improvement and optimization