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Principal UX Designer | Seattle, Washington
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Seattle , Washington

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Onsite

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Contract

Seattle, Washington

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Onsite

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Contract

Job ID 73311|Posted Mar 18, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an innovative and experienced Principal UX Designer to lead the design vision for complex user experiences. This role offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic team, driving impactful design initiatives that enhance user engagement across various platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and define the design vision for high-impact projects within the organization.
  • Create process flows, wireframes, and mockups to communicate design strategies effectively.
  • Facilitate collaborative work sessions with stakeholders to align on product vision and design direction.
  • Champion human-centered design principles and advocate for customer needs throughout the development process.
  • Conduct usability testing and provide detailed specifications for engineering teams.
  • Mentor and guide junior design talent, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Skills

  • 10+ years of design experience with a strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end digital service design.
  • 8+ years of experience in UX design specifically for consumer-facing products.
  • Proficient in design tools such as Figma and capable of creating visually compelling designs.
  • Strong leadership abilities and excellent communication skills to present design rationale to stakeholders.
  • Ability to integrate qualitative and quantitative data into the design process.

Preferred Skills

  • A master's degree in Design, HCI, or a related discipline.
  • Experience in mentoring senior-level design talent and leading complex multidisciplinary projects.
  • Familiarity with AI tools and designing for AI-enabled features.
  • Experience in creating design patterns and UX standards.
  • Knowledge of designing for voice and multimodal experiences.

We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our mission to create exceptional user experiences.

 

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.


Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $67 - $103 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

Horizontal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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