Autodesk
PrincipalUserExperienceDesigner
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“Principal User Experience Designer at Autodesk. Skills: User experience design, Platform experience, Customer engagement. Design personalized platform experience. Deliver personalized platform experience”
Industry & Context.
Problem definition; Problem analysis; Creative problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
9+ years user experience design experience, 4+ years designing B2C experiences, Experience designing for AI-powered interfaces, Experience leading cross-functional teams, Experience designing scalable systems, Established prototyping skills, Exceptional communication skills, Experience structuring customer research, Ability to work independently, Ability to manage multiple projects
Nice to Have
Degree in HCI, interaction design, Problem-solving skills, Decision-making skills, Experience in agile environments, Knowledge of design systems, Critical thinking skills, Robust knowledge of self-service customer journeys, Experience in designing admin functionality, Knowledge of design tools, Ability to prioritize workload
What You'll Do.
Design personalized platform experience
Deliver personalized platform experience
Lead experience design initiatives
Evaluate business needs
Identify customer needs
Identify technical opportunities
Partner with product management
Partner with engineering
Partner with data science
Create design artifacts
Communicate challenges
Communicate proposed solutions
Gain strategic alignment
Partner with Research
Self-lead customer research
Self-lead usability testing
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration
Solve complex design challenges
Foster alignment across teams
Stay up to date with industry trends
Incorporate innovative solutions
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Cross-functional partners; Cross-functional collaboration
Communication Scope
Storytelling skills; Educating stakeholders; Informing stakeholders; Influencing stakeholders; Advocating for design
Process & Methodology
Manage multiple projects
Full Job Description
**Job Requisition ID #** 25WD93048 **Position Overview** Autodesk is changing how the world is designed and made. From the buildings we live in to the products we use to the movies that inspire us, Autodesk software helps our customers design and make a better world for all. Our customers rely on Autodesk to find and purchase the ideal products to advance their education, businesses, and careers. As we broaden our emphasis on immersive customer experiences and supporting next-generation marketers, we’re looking for an innovative Principal Designer to guide the transformation of our platform. This unique role offers the chance to influence how millions engage, learn, and thrive with Autodesk, while helping develop the technology behind those experiences. The Senior User Experience Designer will play a pivotal role in shaping world-class consumer and marketer experiences across the upper funnel, while also driving innovative, user-centric solutions for online purchasing, subscription management, and renewal journeys. This role requires a strategic mindset, visionary thinking, and the ability to translate business objectives into compelling designs that enhance engagement and satisfaction. The ideal candidate will lead design within their domain, contribute across the broader experience landscape, and bring deep expertise in UX principles, ecommerce processes, and collaborative execution. **Responsibilities** * Design and deliver a seamless end-to-end personalized platform experience * Lead experience design initiatives and help set strategy by evaluating and identifying the intersection of business needs, customer needs, and technical opportunities * Partner closely with product management, engineering, and data science in exploring, planning, verifying, and building solutions * Create clear, compelling design artifacts, from wireframes and task flows to presentations, that communicate current challenges and proposed solutions to gain strategic alignment and encourage
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