Principal UX Designer

Summary

Join Oomnitza, a leading provider of Enterprise Technology Management platforms, as an experienced UX Designer to shape the future of our SaaS software. You will define and execute the UX strategy, lead the design process for key initiatives, and champion user-centered design principles. This role requires collaboration with product managers, engineers, and marketing teams to deliver seamless user experiences. You will need a strong portfolio showcasing large-scale project leadership and 10+ years of UX design experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role within SaaS or enterprise software. Oomnitza offers a competitive salary, equity, and a chance to contribute to a fast-growing, venture-backed company.

Requirements

• We seek someone who has shipped world class products in the enterprise space - who has seen the product through multiple releases and managed to bring about remarkable improvements through the product life cycle
• Degree (or relevant qualification) in a related field, such as Interactive Design, Architecture, Industrial Design, Visual Communications or Human Factors
• 10 + years of experience in UX design, with 3+ years in a leadership or principal-level role, preferably in a SaaS or enterprise software environment
• Expert proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Balsamiq or something similar. Strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions, including examples of leading large-scale projects

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the UX Strategy for our SaaS platform, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience
• Lead the end-to-end design process for key initiatives, including discovery, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity design
• Act as a thought leader and advocate for design, championing user-centered design principles across the organization
• Drive the creation of consistent, scalable design patterns and contribute to the company’s design system
• Ensure accessibility, usability, and inclusivity are embedded in all designs
• Partner with product managers, engineers, marketing and other designers to deliver cohesive user experiences
• Translate complex user needs into simple, elegant design solutions
• Experiment with new tools, methods, and ideas to push the boundaries of UX design within SaaS applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep understanding of UX best practices, design principles, and methodologies
• Excellent verbal and visual communication skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions to diverse audiences
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Comfortable presenting work to senior stakeholders, including executive leadership and clients, and incorporating strategic feedback with confidence and professionalism
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills to handle complex design challenges
• Experience mentoring teams and shaping the overall design culture within an organization
• Enthusiasm and positive energy (bring it!), and a bias towards action

Benefits

• Market-competitive salary + equity
• A once-in-a-lifetime career opportunity to get onboard a fast-growing business that is venture-backed by Shasta Ventures, SYN Ventures and Riverside Acceleration Capital