Vice President, User Experience
Austin, TX, United States
Vice President, User Experience
About the Company
Top-tier global tax & software services provider
Industry
Financial Services
Type
Privately Held, VC-backed
Founded
1991
Employees
1001-5000
Funding
$26-$50 million
Categories
Consulting & Professional Services
Financial Services
Accounting & Accounting Services
Business Services
Finance
Consulting
Risk Management
Specialties
Tax Services
Consulting
Risk Management
Strategic Planning
Property Tax
Abandoned and Unclaimed Property
Tax Compliance
Credits and Incentives
Tax Software
Business License Tax
Captive Insurance
Employment Tax
Fuels and Excise Tax
Income Tax
Insurance Tax
Severance Tax
Tax Technology
Transaction Tax
Value-Added Tax
Government Grants and Incentives
and Scientific Research and Experimental Development
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Vice President of User Experience (VP of UX) to lead the development and execution of a comprehensive UX strategy that aligns with the company's goals and objectives. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping the overall user experience strategy, ensuring that the products deliver intuitive, engaging, and delightful experiences to customers. This role involves leading a talented team of UX professionals, including designers, researchers, and architects, and driving innovation and excellence in product design and usability. Key responsibilities include team leadership, product design oversight, user research management, cross-functional collaboration, UX governance, and metrics-driven optimization.Candidates for the VP of UX position at the company should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, with a preference for an MBA or equivalent business experience. A minimum of 10 years' in UX design, including at least 6 years' in a leadership role within a SaaS or technology-driven organization, is required. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, interaction design, and usability best practices, as well as a strong portfolio demonstrating successful UX design projects. Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Figma, and Adobe Creative Suite is essential, and experience with agile development and collaboration with product management and engineering teams is a must. The role demands excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to build consensus among cross-functional teams.
Hiring Manager Title
Head of Product Management
Travel Percent
10%
Functions
Product Management
Engineering
Information Technology
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