UX Designer Lead

Job Description

Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience.

The opportunity

At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.

We are proud of:

- The work we do and the innovation we drive

- Our values of share, care and dare

- Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration

The role

As a Lead Product Designer, you are passionate about experience innovation and eager to push the boundaries of what’s possible. You bring 8+ YEARS of experience, a growth mindset and a drive to make a lasting impact.

You will thrive in this role if you are:

- A curious problem solver who challenges the status quo

- A collaborator who values teamwork and knowledge-sharing

- Excited by the intersection of technology, creativity and data

- Experienced in Agile methodologies and consulting (a plus)

Role responsibilities

Lead design across the product lifecycle

- Independently own the design direction and execution of a UX workstream from strategy through delivery;

- Translate complex ideas, requirements, and constraints into clear, effective design solutions;

- Work hands-on across user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI;

- Set a clear point of view while adapting direction based on research, stakeholder input, and technical constraints.

Conduct and apply research

- Plan and execute research activities such as interviews, usability testing, and competitive analysis ;

- Synthesize insights and translate them into product strategy and actionable design decisions;

- Confidently select and apply appropriate research methods based on project needs.

Work in an AI-native product team

- Partner closely with product and engineering to rapidly explore, prototype, test, and iterate on solutions;

- Use AI tools such as Figma Make, V0, ChatGPT, Claude, and emerging platforms to accelerate design and research workflows;

- Critically assess AI-generated outputs and apply sound judgment to balance speed, quality, usability, and technical feasibility.

Collaborate and influence

- Act as the design lead and strategic guide for your workstream, bringing clarity and direction to ambiguous problems;

- Partner with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to shape product direction;

- Present strategy, concepts, and design decisions confidently to senior client stakeholders;

- Bring a strong design point of view, constructively challenging assumptions and guiding stakeholders toward solutions that balance user, business, and technical needs.

Drive delivery excellence

- Work closely with engineering to understand technical constraints and rapidly adapt designs for feasibility;

- Establish effective design-to-development workflows within the pod;

- Maintain a high bar for usability, visual design, accessibility, and overall experience quality.

Must have qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications:

- 8+ years of experience in product design, UX design, or related roles;

- Strong portfolio demonstrating hands-on, end-to-end design work across enterprise products;

- Experience independently leading UX workstreams from strategy through execution;

- Strong UX, UI, prototyping, and research capabilities;

- Experience presenting to and influencing senior client stakeholders;

- High proficiency with Figma and modern design and prototyping tools;

- Experience working closely with product and engineering in iterative development environments;

- Hands-on experience using AI tools such as Figma Make, V0, ChatGPT, Claude, or similar tools within design and research workflows;

- Demonstrated ability to use AI to rapidly explore and iterate on design solutions;

- Ability to critically evaluate AI outputs and determine appropriate use cases.

Nice to have qualifications

- Experience working in a consulting environment or embedded client team;

- Experience working in highly iterative, cross-functional product teams;

- Familiarity with accessibility standards and best practices.

What Sets You Apart

- You move comfortably between strategy, research, UX, and visual design without losing sight of the bigger picture;

- You are comfortable navigating ambiguity, establishing a point of view, and setting direction;

- You communicate complex ideas clearly and confidently with senior stakeholders;

- You balance speed and quality, using AI and other tools intentionally to accelerate the path from idea to working solution;

- You act as a trusted partner who knows when to align, when to ask harder questions, and when to advocate for a different direction.

If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn.

This is a part-time role, with an allocation of 20 hours per week position based in the US.

Your application process

Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, we’ll reach out for next steps. Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise. We do not require information such as age, gender, marital status, or a headshot in your application. We review all candidates based on skills, experience, and potential.

⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud: Only engage with official Valtech email addresses.

We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know.

About Valtech

Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.

At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.

At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.