UI/UX Designer

About Google Operations Center

At Google Operations Center we help Google users and customers solve problems and achieve their goals—all while enjoying a culture focused on improving continuously and being better together. We work hard, we play hard, and we want you to join us! This job posting is part of our proactive talent pipelining efforts for future openings. While there may not be an immediate vacancy, candidates may be invited to complete assessments or interviews at this stage. By applying, you consent to being considered for relevant opportunities that may arise within the next 6 months. As a UI/UX Designer for our Tools and Automation team, you will be responsible for designing and architecting the UI/UX solutions which can help automate Google processes. You will also be responsible for reviewing the work for other solution providers and building scalable UI/UX solutions across different geographies.

Position Responsibilities

• Design User Interfaces: Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for tools and automation projects while maintaining design consistency across projects. This includes improving designs as needed.
• User Experience Design: Conduct user research, analyze feedback, and implement solutions that improve usability and user satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work with developers, product managers, and other team members to ensure design feasibility and alignment with project goals.
• Participate in code development, including writing, debugging, and maintaining high-quality code to meet business requirements.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices, coding standards, and quality benchmarks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer Science, or related fields (or equivalent experience).
• A proven track record of delivering high-impact IT projects, with 10+ years of professional experience including 5-7 years specifically in UI/UX design.
• Design Tools Proficiency: Expertise in tools like Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar platforms.
• UX Principles and Best Practices: Strong understanding of user-centered design, usability, and accessibility standards.
• Prototyping Skills: Ability to create interactive prototypes for user testing and presentations.
• Advanced Front-End Knowledge: Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript to collaborate effectively with developers.
• Coding Skills: Proficiency in front-end development for rapid prototyping (React, Angular, etc.).
• A strong problem-solver with excellent analytical and creative thinking skills, experience applying GenAI and cloud technologies to drive innovative solutions.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to present ideas and articulate design decisions.
• Ability to mentor junior designers, lead design workshops, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Automation Tools Experience: Understanding and knowledge of automation tools like Zapier, UiPath, or Google Apps Scripts.
• Visual Design Mastery: Experience in motion graphics or advanced visual design techniques.
• Data Visualization: Familiarity with designing dashboards and visualizing complex data.
• Agile Environment Experience: Working experience in Agile or Scrum development processes.

Benefits

• We support you with competitive wages and comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• We support your family with gender-neutral baby bonding leave, 26-week birth-parent maternity leave, and generous life, accident, and disability insurance minimums.
• Employees who work onsite can enjoy free meals and snacks, and fun onsite experiences.

Key skills/competency

• UI/UX Designer
• User Interface Design
• User Experience Design
• Figma
• Adobe XD
• Sketch
• Prototyping
• HTML
• CSS
• JavaScript