UX Designer, Niantic

• 3+ years or equivalent experience in UX design with a portfolio of work showcasing samples of interaction design for mobile and/or desktop applications
• Experience with wireframing and prototyping in Figma, using shared design libraries and patterns
• Familiarity with mobile UX design patterns applied in gaming, fitness, or activity-related experiences
• Experience designing implementation-ready UX mockups and flows for the purposes of dev implementation
• Strong visual design skills required
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to develop novel UX patterns as needed
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hybrid environment and handle stress appropriately and/or ability to solve practical problems and be sufficiently adaptable to handle dynamic situations with little advance notice
• Experience working on cross-functional teams with ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communications, including asynchronous interactions with others

Desirable

• Niantic's UX Design team is hiring a UX Designer to shape groundbreaking, highly social, and innovative experiences that inspire millions of players to explore the real world through discovery, exercise, and community
• We’re looking for someone who champions the needs of our players, blending intuition with data-driven insights to create seamless and engaging experiences. You’ll design intuitive end-to-end flows, craft thoughtful visual design, and build prototypes that bring ideas to life. As a skilled storyteller, you’ll translate complex use cases into simple, scalable solutions, while maintaining a high attention to detail in your work
• In this role, you’ll partner closely with engineers, product managers, and other creative professionals in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You balance established patterns with fresh ideas, present your work with clarity and confidence, and value feedback as part of an iterative process
• Lead UX design efforts from concept to implementation for one or more player facing experiences
• Develop mockups, wireframes, prototypes, and detailed design documentation to clearly describe interaction flows and design concepts
• Clearly communicate UX designs to all collaborators, including internal and external partners
• Actively participate in team rituals to conceptualize and brainstorm new features
• Improve and extend existing design system patterns
• Incorporate user research and player insights into all stages of design exploration
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members and partners, including regular and reliable attendance and participation in meetings