Senior Product Designer
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About BLENBLENers are passionate about using technology to solve real-world problems. For over 20 years, we've been helping government agencies and businesses transform their digital experience. We bring fresh perspectives toevery project, from modernizing legacy systems to building cloud-native applications to experimenting with technology that's just around the corner. We value building long and enduring partnerships to solve complex challenges by putting humans at the center of all the experiences. Our team thrives on turning tricky problems into solutions that are practical, accessible and performant.About this positionSenior Product Designers at BLEN lead our teams in creating effective digital solutions through user-centered design. They combine domain knowledge, design expertise, and strategic thinking to guide projects from conception to completion. Our design team makes key decisions, communicates clearly with all stakeholders, and analyzes user data to inform choices. They ensure our products meet client needs, align with business goals, and deliver exceptional user experiences.What we would like from youAs a Senior Product Designer at BLEN, you will lead the development of innovative digital solutions for our federal clients. Your responsibilities will include:Strategic Design Leadership

Collaborate with management, engineering, and product teams to shape design vision and strategy

Guide cross-functional teams in delivering high-impact design solutions aligned with client goals

Develop and maintain design initiative briefs and discovery artifacts to foster shared purpose and success metricsClient and User Engagement

Partner with clients to identify key challenges and prioritize user-centered outcomes

Oversee design delivery, ensuring quality and adherence to client expectations

Serve as the primary design point of contact for stakeholdersDesign Expertise

Leverage deep knowledge of user-centered design methodologies to lead iterative, outcome-driven development

Make critical decisions to keep projects on track and aligned with evolving client needs

Balance program strategy with tactical design support as neededTeam Development

Mentor and coach junior designers, fostering professional growth

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Participate in grading candidate homeworks and panel interviewsDesign Execution and Innovation

Lead the delivery of design work including sketches, wireframes, UX flows, low and high fidelity prototypes

Champion user needs and inclusive design in priority-setting and trade-off management

Drive adoption of iterative, outcome-focused design practices

Develop strategies that maximize value delivery within program constraintsAccessibility and Compliance

Lead accessibility tasks inclusive of 508 compliance and stay informed of emerging accessibility standards

Ensure design processes and deliverables comply with relevant standards and regulationsYour main goal will be to ensure our products effectively address our clients' challenges through impactful, user-centered design.Basic QualificationsEssential Requirements

Bachelor's degree plus 7+ years of relevant experience

Advanced experience in content design skills including plain language, inclusive content, concise writing, and content strategy

Advanced knowledge of UX process and craft skills

Experience tackling undefined, complex challenges with a strategic mindset

Prior experience serving as a mentor to junior level team members

Proficiency with design software such as Figma, Miro, Adobe or other designer toolsPreferred Skills and Experience

Master's degree in Design, HCI, or related field

Experience with design systems and pattern libraries

Knowledge of emerging design trends and technologies

Professional certifications such as UXPA, IxDA, or other related certifications

Experience in government or public sector projectsIdeal candidates will demonstrate a blend of design expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in user experience design.Requirements

Must be a US Citizen or legal resident and able to work domestically

Must be able to attain low-level security clearanceLocationRemoteIt's unlikely, but there may be a need to travel to Washington, DC.Perks

Work from anywhere.

Competitive pay.

A contribution to your health benefit.

The chance to work on high-visibility projects and make a significant impact.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities #J-18808-Ljbffr