Vice President, Web UI/UX & BI Developer

About the Role

Ares is seeking an exceptional Vice President, Web UI/UX & BI Developer to lead the user experience strategy for our data analytics and reporting platform. This leadership role combines deep expertise in data visualization, interactive design, and modern web application development. You will oversee the creation of elegant, high-fidelity dashboards and applications that transform complex data into actionable insights for executives and decision-makers across the firm.

Your mandate is to bridge the Data & AI department and the business—translating unified data into actionable analytics, executive-grade dashboards, and institutional-quality visualizations that inform investment decisions and serve our LP relationships. You will work directly with senior stakeholders across the firm's vertical businesses and corporate functions, including Real Estate, Private Credit, Investment Ops, Legal & Compliance, designing both firmwide views and business-specific reports.

The ideal candidate is a forward thinker who constantly asks how data can be presented more clearly and more powerfully, combining the analytical rigor of an investment professional with the design sensibility of a UI/UX engineer.

Responsibilities

• UX/UI Strategy & Leadership
  • Define and execute comprehensive UX/UI strategy for data analytics and reporting platform.
  • Establish and evangelize UX patterns and visualization best practices across all tools (Power BI, Sigma, custom builds) to ensure consistency in layout, color systems, typography, iconography, interaction patterns, and data labeling.
  • Create design systems, component libraries, and patterns that enable consistent, scalable dashboard creation.
  • Champion user-centric design principles and advocate for usability across all platform interfaces.
• Data Visualization & Design Excellence
  • Design and deliver executive-level dashboards providing senior leadership with firmwide visibility: fund-raising intelligence, cross-fund performance, AUM trends, portfolio company health, liquidity, and pipeline.
  • Develop interactive analytical applications for deal rooms, scenario modeling, and portfolio deep-dives using Streamlit, Dash, or React-based front ends connected to the Databricks Lakehouse.
  • Design compelling, intuitive data visualizations that communicate complex insights clearly and effectively.
  • Apply data visualization best practices: appropriate chart types, color theory, typography, and visual hierarchy.
  • Create interactive visualizations with drill-down capabilities, filtering, and exploration features.
  • Design mobile-friendly visualizations that maintain clarity and interactivity on smaller screens.
• Power BI Dashboard Development & Governance
  • Lead Power BI dashboard design and development for enterprise-scale reporting.
  • Build reusable Power BI templates and patterns for common reporting scenarios.
  • Implement Power BI best practices: DAX optimization, performance tuning, row-level security.
  • Design governance framework: naming conventions, data model standards, and dashboard review processes.
  • Create Power BI Center of Excellence: documentation, training materials, and support for dashboard creators.
  • Partner with data engineering to optimize data models for analytics and reporting.
• Custom Executive Dashboards & Web Applications
  • Design and develop custom executive dashboards using React or Angular with TypeScript.
  • Build high-fidelity, pixel-perfect interfaces that meet premium design standards.
  • Implement responsive design for seamless experiences across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
  • Create interactive charts and visualizations using D3.js, ECharts, or similar libraries.
  • Implement real-time data updates and WebSocket integration for live dashboards.
  • Build custom UI components and design system documentation.
  • Ensure performance optimization: lazy loading, code splitting, and efficient rendering.
• Performance & Optimization
  • Optimize dashboard loading times and render performance.
  • Implement client-side caching strategies and data pagination.
  • Monitor frontend performance metrics and identify optimization opportunities.
  • Partner with backend teams to optimize APIs for analytics queries.
• Security, Compliance & Data Governance
  • Implement role-based access control for dashboards and data visibility.
  • Ensure data security in transit and at rest for sensitive analytics.
  • Comply with firm information security guidelines and data classification standards.
  • Implement audit logging for dashboard access and data exports.
  • Partner with Infosec and Compliance on security assessments and requirements.
• User Enablement & Documentation
  • Create comprehensive documentation and help content for dashboards and tools.
  • Develop training materials and conduct user onboarding sessions.
  • Establish feedback channels and gather user requests for continuous improvement.
  • Support analytics and reporting teams with technical guidance and best practices.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Stay ahead of data visualization trends, BI tooling, and analytical best practices.
  • Partner with Data Products team on data access and integration requirements.
  • Work with business stakeholders to understand reporting needs and prioritize development.
  • Lead design reviews and establish quality standards across all dashboards and applications.

Requirements

• 7+ years of UX/UI design and development experience, with 3+ years in leadership roles.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with data visualization and analytics dashboards.
• Expert-level proficiency in Power BI: dashboard design, DAX, performance optimization, and governance.
• Strong proficiency in React or Angular with TypeScript for building custom web applications.
• Expert knowledge of data visualization libraries: D3.js, ECharts, Plotly, or similar.
• Experience building responsive, mobile-friendly interfaces (CSS/SCSS, media queries, progressive enhancement).
• Proficiency with design tools: Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar prototyping platforms.
• Strong understanding of UX/UI principles, information architecture, and usability best practices.
• Experience creating design systems and maintaining component libraries.
• Knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1) and inclusive design.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, mentor team members, and communicate across disciplines.
• Portfolio demonstrating high-fidelity dashboard designs and custom web applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial services, private equity, or alternative assets.
• Experience with Sigma Computing, Superset, or similar self-service BI tools.
• Knowledge of data visualization for specific domains (financial analysis, portfolio management, risk analytics).
• Experience with REST APIs and integrating frontend with backend services.
• Experience with front-end build tools: Webpack, Vite, or similar.
• Knowledge of component libraries: Material UI, Bootstrap, or Ant Design.
• Experience with testing frameworks: Jest, Cypress, or similar for UI testing.
• Understanding of backend technologies and SQL for writing data-driven queries.
• Experience with agile development and sprint planning.

Reporting Relationships: Head of Data and Analytics

Pay

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $200,000 - $240,000. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401(k) program with company match
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit
• Access to a world-class medical advisory team
• Mental health app that includes coaching, therapy, and psychiatry
• Mindfulness and wellbeing app
• Financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor
• New parent leave
• Reproductive and adoption assistance
• Emergency backup care
• Matching gift program
• Education sponsorship program