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UX Design Lead, User Experience Design Job at CoreTechs in Baltimore
UX Design Lead, User Experience Design Job at CoreTechs in BaltimoreMediabistro • Baltimore, MD, United States
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UX Design Lead, User Experience Design Job at CoreTechs in Baltimore

UX Design Lead, User Experience Design Job at CoreTechs in Baltimore

Mediabistro • Baltimore, MD, United States
16 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

UX Design Lead, User Experience Design

Baltimore, MD (Preferred)

  • HYBRID position - Onsite in office 3 days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
  • Work Location : Baltimore MD (preferred). Will also consider candidates that live within 50 miles of other corporate offices in Wilmington, DE; Charlotte, NC; Evansville, IN; or Irving, TX
  • Potential for extension and conversion to FTE

Note : MUST be legally authorized to work in the United States.

This role is NOT open to 3rd party providers, W2 only.

SUMMARY :

  • The company is on a mission to build and scale industry-leading digital experiences that empower millions of customers across web and mobile platforms. We're looking for a seasoned UX Design Lead who can bring depth, clarity, and strategy to create value, lower barriers to entry, and accelerate product adoption throughout the customer journey
  • In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for improving user-facing features and functionalities that are shared across multiple product lines or teams-including things like design systems, marketing and communications experiences, or platform services used by various product development groups. The goal is to create consistent, high-quality experiences while also driving efficiency and reducing redundancy
  • This role requires a unique blend of craft excellence, research proficiency, stakeholder collaboration, and inspirational leadership to guide a team of designers across product experiences. The ideal candidate is a passionate, empathetic, and visionary design leader who thrives at the intersection of design, technology, and business strategy
  • ABOUT THE ROLE :

  • In this role, you'll partner closely with cross-functional teams, combining technical depth with a strong focus on user experience. You'll play a hands-on role in shaping the product roadmap-collaborating with Product to align on shared experiences and services across the broader portfolio
  • You'll work alongside Engineering to design intuitive experiences that serve a range of user personas and experience levels. Leveraging product and user data, you'll drive continuous improvement through thoughtful planning and iteration
  • Direct engagement with field teams and customers will be key to deepening product value and impact. As part of our digital organization, you'll also help mentor and learn from a team of experts, fostering a culture of collaboration, quality, and innovation
  • WE'RE LOOKING FOR A UX DESIGN LEADER WHO :

  • Leads creative problem-solving across cross-functional teams, elevating thinking across the organization while aligning with broader business goals
  • Proactively gathers, synthesizes, and applies insights from design research, competitive analysis, and data to inform strategic, full-featured product experiences
  • Owns and drives complex programs of work, collaborating fluidly with product, engineering, and other cross-functional partners
  • Attracts, hires, and mentors top-tier design talent, helping to grow and strengthen the team
  • Approaches design with a holistic mindset to ensure we deliver seamless, end-to-end customer experiences
  • Effectively manages multiple projects, adapting quickly to shifting priorities and business needs
  • Advocates for and applies Design Thinking across the organization, embedding it into how we solve problems
  • Communicates clearly and compassionately, fostering collaboration and psychological safety across teams
  • Comfort with ambiguity along with an ability to motive teams and partners
  • This is an opportunity to lead with insight, drive change, and shape the future of lending experiences for millions of hard-working Americans.

    WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM :

  • Demonstrates deep customer obsession and product intuition, rooted in user research and insights, to shape and advocate for bold strategies across the Loan experience
  • Champions design excellence and the business value of UX through coaching, collaboration, and cross-org education
  • Brings a strong design aesthetic that blends brand expression with systems thinking
  • Communicates concepts clearly and persuasively to audiences at all levels
  • Leads and develops design talent, setting clear expectations and fostering a collaborative, psychologically safe team culture
  • Thinks strategically across time horizons-balancing near-term execution with long-term impact and business alignment
  • Cultivates an inclusive team culture that values equity, diverse perspectives, and better product outcomes
  • Builds strong cross-functional partnerships, aligning with senior leaders across Product, Engineering, Analytics, and Marketing
  • Drives operational excellence by identifying blockers, streamlining workflows, and improving focus, speed, and quality
  • Uses a metrics-driven approach to track design health, business impact, and team performance
  • Prioritizes effectively, balancing speed and rigor with high-leverage research methods tailored to the problem space
  • Brings strong product and market fluency, integrating user needs, competitive context, and business goals to inform roadmaps
  • Connects insights across UX, market, and brand research to shape cohesive, customer-centric strategies
  • Provides thought leadership to evolve research practices and elevate the role of insights in a fast-paced environment
  • Required Qualifications and Skills :

  • The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and dependable design leader who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You bring a strong sense of ownership and the ability to work effectively within high-performing, cross-functional product teams. At the company, our teams span the East Coast, Midwest, and West Coast
  • We embrace an iterative approach to discovering and delivering exceptional customer experiences-and we're looking for someone who shares that mindset. We're seeking a candidate with the following :

  • At least 10+ years of experience in product design or user experience
  • At least 5+ years leading design projects, with experience managing designers or teams
  • At least 3+ years of experience partnering with executive leadership on strategic initiatives
  • A bachelor's degree in Product Design, Interaction Design, Fine Arts, or a related field-or equivalent practical experience
  • Deep appreciation for the full spectrum of design disciplines : interaction, visual, content, motion, and research
  • A proven track record of shipping products across platforms and geographies, and mentoring others through the process
  • High proficiency with tools like Figma, Miro, Usertesting.com, Dovetail, and other standard design and research platforms
  • A strong portfolio that demonstrates end-to-end thinking, critical problem-solving, and design craft across a range of work
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners in Product, Engineering, Data, and Marketing
  • A self-starter with excellent time management, organizational skills, and obsessive attention to detail
  • Desired Skills - Preferred Qualifications :

  • Identified and set platform strategies, envisioned complex user interactions, and inspired teams to push the boundaries of what's possible
  • Ability to showcase design thinking and high level of craft across platforms
  • Preferred experience working in a financial services industry, especially consumer lending
  • We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.

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