Join our dynamic team at Microsoft and be part of shaping the future of OneDrive and SharePoint, pivotal services in Microsoft’s cloud ecosystem. As a UX Designer 2, you will collaborate with a talented group of researchers, designers, and developers to deliver intuitive and engaging user experiences. This role offers an opportunity to influence how millions of users interact with essential digital content across devices.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design innovative solutions that simplify complex design challenges, balancing conceptual thinking with precise craftsmanship.
• Develop a deep understanding of user needs through research and translate insights into intuitive product experiences aligned with business objectives.
• Communicate and document design directions effectively to cross-functional teams, senior management, and stakeholders, advocating for user-centered design solutions.
• Collaborate with Design, Research, Program Management, and Engineering teams to deliver seamless end-to-end user experiences across various platforms and input modalities.
• Coordinate with user researchers to conduct testing, interpret results, and integrate findings into iterative design processes. Contribute to foundational research initiatives.
• Utilize and contribute to existing design systems and guidelines, ensuring consistency and scalability. Work closely with developers to implement design visions effectively.
• Uphold and contribute to established design processes, ensuring organizational alignment and adherence to project timelines and goals.
• Foster collaboration and alignment with partner design teams across Microsoft to drive cohesive product visions and outcomes.

Qualifications

• A robust portfolio demonstrating proficiency in interaction design, visual design, and prototyping, showcasing innovative and user-centric solutions.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in product and/or interaction design, with a track record of solving complex design problems and delivering impactful experiences.
• Strong command of UX design principles across information architecture, systems design, workflows, and micro-interactions.
• Experience applying research insights to inform design decisions and drive product development. Ability to leverage data-driven methodologies effectively.
• Excellent storytelling skills to communicate design concepts and generate empathy among stakeholders through written, verbal, and presentation formats.
• High proficiency in modern design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, and Adobe CC, with a willingness to adopt new tools and workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including Research, Product Management, and Engineering. Experience in influencing product vision and enrolling key stakeholders.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, with a meticulous attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently.

Why Microsoft

• Opportunity to work on globally impactful products that shape the future of digital experiences.
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities within a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, with a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity.

Application Process.Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online through the Microsoft Careers portal. For more information and to submit your application, visit Microsoft Careers.

Note. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.