UX Designer [AQ-11701]

About the role

Partnering with Aquent, this 3-month leave-of-coverage assignment (with a possibility of a small extension) offers the chance to make an immediate and significant impact at a globally recognized innovator redefining the future of user experiences. The organization integrates cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of human behavior to deliver products that elevate daily life and set new industry benchmarks.

As the essential voice of the user, you will bridge the divide between deep user insights and high-level strategic vision. You’ll transform complex data into powerful, evidence-based stories that ensure executive stakeholders not only see metrics but truly feel the human impact of the product ecosystem. Your work will directly influence product roadmaps, ignite innovation, and shape the future of user interaction for millions worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize complex user experience research and design iterations into cohesive, persuasive narratives that directly align with business objectives.
• Present high-stakes narratives to executive-level stakeholders, translating technical challenges or user friction into clear opportunities for groundbreaking innovation.
• Act as a lead within the design organization, actively mentoring junior designers and researchers on effective communication strategies for their work.
• Apply an ethnographic perspective to deeply understand how products integrate into the daily rituals and cultural contexts of users.
• Develop and deliver high-fidelity presentations, “vision films,” or interactive walkthroughs that vividly illustrate the future state of user journeys.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in UX Research or UX Design, with a proven ability to contribute to product development from inception.
• Demonstrated leadership experience (Lead or Principal level), including project management, defending design decisions, and building consensus among diverse opinions.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of translating complex data points or interaction models into clear business value while preserving the essence of the user’s experience.
• A portfolio showcasing mastery in storytelling, including compelling case studies that highlight the “why,” vision decks, or video narratives.
• Expertise in industry-standard design tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe Creative Suite) and presentation software.
• A proven track record of influencing product roadmaps through the power of strategic storytelling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in a specific industry focused on complex physical and digital user experiences, particularly those involving intricate human-product interfaces and unique personal environments.
• An academic background in Anthropology, Sociology, or Behavioral Science, fostering a deep understanding of users as individuals within cultural systems, beyond mere personas.

About the Company

This client is an American multinational automobile manufacturer with over 100 years of leadership in innovation. The company adapts to evolving needs and drives noticeable change, focusing on creating a world with fewer obstacles and limits to help all people move forward. Recognized globally for its awards and commitment to sustainability, the company’s culture is anchored in shared values: curiosity, putting people first, doing the right thing, being tough, and playing to win. These values guide how the company lives, acts, and communicates, ensuring a focus on consumers.

Benefits

• Subsidized health, vision, and dental benefits (up to 85% coverage).
• Access to Fidelity 401(k) with company matching.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) program.
• Weekly direct deposit.
• Resume and portfolio review, plus interview preparation.
• Free continued learning through Aquent Gymnasium.