Senior UX Designer

When you join Sallie Mae, you become a champion for all students.We’re on a mission to power confidence as students begin their unique journey. To help them plan their higher education, successfully finish, and prepare for life after school. To help them Start smart. Learn big.Students need guidance navigating this important time in their life. They need someone who acknowledges that their education path is unique. They need a partner willing to evolve and not only meet but surpass their expectations. We’re changing. Because students need a better way.We’re looking for people who are excited to drive this transformation. To break barriers and think of new ways to adapt, help, and create better experiences for students—and for each other.This is where diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives matter. It’s where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work.Feeling your best allows you to do your best. Our benefits take care of the whole you—from physical and mental to financial and professional. You’ll get opportunities to further your education and career, support for you and your family (including your pets!), paid time off to volunteer for the things that matter to you, and more.We’re obsessed with impact and making a real difference. For us, that means putting relationships first, asking “why not?” when tackling challenges, and continuously learning new skills.Come do more than join something, change something. For students, for future generations, for the future of education.Are you a BOLD seasoned creative thinker who loves to be on the cutting edge, thinking BIG, solving problems though innovative technology solutions?Are you passionate about customer strategy, digital design, marketing, and platform development?Company Overview: We are a dynamic and innovative company at the forefront of Education Services, committed to delivering exceptional user experiences through cutting-edge design solutions. Our team thrives on creativity, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in digital design.Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Designer who is passionate about visual design execution, exceling in the leveraging of Figma design system libraries. This role is pivotal in driving the visual and user experience design of our products/services to new heights, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and innovation.Work you'll doThe Senior Designer will support front-end design development of modernized screens for authenticated and non-authenticated user website experience. You will work as part of cross-functional team of studio/UX, visual design, copy/content and developers. Developing beautiful visual designs from concept to completion concepts supported by research, A/B testing, then producing prototypes. Always, with high attention to detail.Key Responsibilities• Champion the use of design system library within Figma to maintain consistency and scalability across designs.• Must demonstrate a strong passion for visual design and possess an ability to comprehend design across various formats, including responsive digital platforms for both authenticated and unauthenticated experiences, as well as native mobile applications.• Utilize Figma extensively to create prototypes and high-fidelity designs that align with project goals and user needs.• Lead the design efforts across multiple projects, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including Product Managers, Engineers, and Marketers.• Continuously evolve and enhance our design system, contributing to its growth and usability.• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior designers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the design team.• Stay abreast of industry trends, tools, and best practices in design and user experience.Requirements / Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.• Proven experience as a Designer(4-8 years), with a strong portfolio showcasing your work in digital products and services.• Expertise in using Figma for design, prototyping, and collaborartion• In-depth knowledge of the creative suite, Figma design tools - including libraries and tokens, with a demonstrated ability to create and maintain design systems at scale.• A portfolio demonstrating your passion for design• Deep understanding of design system principles and experience in implementing and maintaining design system libraries.• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously.• Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate and justify design decisions.• Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences.The teamWe are a multidisciplinary group who enjoy working together. We break down and solve problems by applying art & innovation to strategic insights. Bringing to life beautiful ideas that build lasting emotional connections people.Sallie Mae is proud to help students aspiring to create the life they imagine—whether that means helping them make college happen, or other endeavors they pursue to invest in their future. Our colleagues across departments and across the country are united in our passion and our customer-first approach. Whether you want to join a growing company, be part of an agile workforce, or gain new skills—you’re in the right place. We design for impact to create, design and deploy digital products that increase adoption and drive measurable results.How you'll growAt Sallie Mae, our professional development plan focuses on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there's always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careerWhat you’ll get at Sallie MaeComprehensive Compensation and Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision plans)Financial Well-being: 401(k) company match, employee stock purchase plan, and basic life insurance and short-term disability are provided to employees at no costWork/Life Balance: Paid time off, time off to volunteer, and tuition reimbursement. In addition, after 6 months of employment, primary caregivers receive 12 weeks of 100% fully paid time off and secondary caregivers are eligible for 4 weeks of 100% fully paid time off, for birth or adoptionWellness: Fitness centers/gym subsidies, free Fitbits with step challenges, and wellness educationFeeling your best helps you do your best:Our benefits take care of the whole you—so you can build your work around your life (not the other way around!).• Competitive base salaries• Bonus incentives• Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed• Support for financial-well-being and retirement 401k with employer match• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more• Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.• Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs• Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware)• Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives• Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs• Career development and training opportunitiesNot the right fit? 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