Sr. UX Designer

Who We Are

NovoEd's talent development platform empowers organizations to design and deliver experiential learning that accelerates business performance on a global scale. Since the company's founding at Stanford's social algorithm laboratory in 2012, global corporations, executive education providers, and training firms have relied on NovoEd to develop high-value capabilities through purposeful practice and application, coaching and mentorship, and group collaboration. NovoEd's proven approach to learning connects diverse groups of learners, mentors, and leaders in a high-impact online environment, unlocking your organization's collective knowledge and driving measurable outcomes.

What Will You Do

• Design scalable, collaborative, and social online learning experiences used by Fortune 500 companies, universities, and training organizations
• Own 1-2 major projects at any time, serving as the design lead who shapes solutions from initial problem exploration through final implementation
• Partner closely with the product management team to frame problems, define project scope, explore multiple design approaches, and make well-reasoned recommendations
• Provide production-ready mocks and assets, and work closely with engineers to balance quality and feasibility
• Conduct user research and usability testing to validate design decisions and understand user goals
• When challenges arise, proactively align stakeholders, propose solutions, and adjust scope as needed
• Help shape the future of our product by contributing to product strategy and roadmap discussions

Skills Needed For This Role

• Experience & Skills
• 5+ years of experience designing products that have been used by end users and clients at scale
• Proven track record of solving complex real-world problems with strategic thinking and elegant, user-centered solutions
• Proficiency with the full design toolkit: wireframing, user flows, high-fidelity mocks, prototyping, user interviews, and usability testing
• Expert-level skills with design tools like Figma, including advanced features like components and design libraries
• Strong visual design foundation with attention to detail and pixel-perfect execution
• Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1) and inclusive design principles
• Experience designing responsive Web/Mobile experiences
• Understanding of HTML/CSS and development constraints
• Experience designing AI-powered features that enhance user workflows and personalize experiences (plus 10% bonus)
• Familiarity with GenAI tools to accelerate workflows (plus 10% bonus)

Preferred Qualifications

• Independent ownership: You can take projects from problem definition through execution, managing stakeholder relationships and driving decisions without constant guidance
• Collaborative leadership: You excel at building productive relationships with cross-functional partners of varying experience levels, from PMs to engineers
• Strategic communication: You present complex ideas clearly, anticipate concerns, and lead productive discussions that result in actionable outcomes
• Adaptive problem-solving: You stay focused on core problems while remaining flexible when new information or priorities emerge
• User-centered intuition: You balance data-driven decisions with cognitive empathy, making confident design choices even when complete research isn't available

Why Will You Love NovoEd?

• A collaborative work environment
• Fun remote collaborative events, such as virtual interactive classes, happy hours, and more!
• Company-sponsored Professional Development
• Paid parental leave for parents
• Flexible vacation days
• Comprehensive health care coverage
• Phone bill and internet reimbursements (Yes! Your personal phone bill!)

Hiring Process

• Step 1: Apply for the position
• Step 2: Introductory call with a recruiter
• Step 3: Virtual interviews with a total of 3-7 people, depending on the seniority of the role