Director, User Experience (UX)

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

YOU

As the Director, User Experience, you will lead our dynamic team of Product Designers, UX Researchers, and Design System specialists. In this role, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive UX strategy that aligns with our business goals. You will collaborate cross-functionally with key stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and execution of user experience initiatives. This role is pivotal in driving our user-centric design philosophy and ensuring our products deliver exceptional user experiences.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING(% of Time)

Leadership and Management: (30%)

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of Product Designers, UX Researchers, and Design System specialists.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages creativity and excellence.

UX Strategy and Vision: (20%)

• Develop and implement a comprehensive UX strategy aligned with business goals.
• Advocate for user-centric design principles across the organization.

User Research and Insights: (20%)

• Oversee user research activities, including usability testing, interviews, and surveys.
• Analyze user data to inform design decisions and product roadmaps.

Design Oversight: (10%)

• Ensure the creation of intuitive, engaging, and accessible user interfaces and interactions.
• Maintain and evolve the design system to ensure consistency and scalability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: (10%)

• Collaborate with product management, engineering, and marketing teams to align on user experience goals.
• Communicate UX vision and strategy to stakeholders at all levels.

Continuous Improvement: (10%)

• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices.
• Implement processes for continuous feedback and improvement of UX practices.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you can do everything listed above, you've got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant focus area (UX Design, Computer Science, Psychology, Graphic Desing, etc.) or relevant professional experience
• 8+ years of experience leading software user experience and design teams.
• 4+ Years of Experience in people management positions
• Previous experience developing UX strategy that aligns with business goals for tech modernization
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in UX design tools and methodologies.
• Ability to translate user insights into actionable design solutions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear, and sometimes walk and stand. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment where standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers/scanners, etc. are frequently used.

Travel

This position requires domestic travel up to 10% of the time.

Work Status & Location

This full-time, exempt position is located in Dallas, TX; or remote with willingness to travel to Dallas frequently.

Relocation

Relocation is not available for this position.

Pay

$139,000 - $225,200 / year

* Posted pay range is based upon national average and may vary depending on geographical work location.

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REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

• Quarterly Bonuses/Commission:You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
• Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.

In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful background investigation and drug test. Simpson Strong-Tie's drug policy is based upon Federal Law, and therefore will screen applicants for amphetamines, including methamphetamines, cocaine, phencyclidine and opiates.

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