Published: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:50:56 GMT
Senior Product Designer
Bestow is a leading insurance technology platform, serving some of the world’s largest and most innovative life insurers. Our mission is to increase financial stability for all and we are seeking a Senior Designer to join our team.
ABOUT BESTOW
We are a team of mission-driven, results-oriented individuals who offer all employees a remote (contiguous 48 only)/hybrid workplace, meaningful benefits, substantial growth opportunities, and equity. Bestow also participates in the E-Verify Program.
ABOUT THE DESIGN TEAM
Product Design at Bestow is a passionate team of creative problem solvers dedicated to delivering flexible, thoughtfully crafted user experiences that adapt to our clients’ evolving needs. We work closely with cross-functional teams within Bestow and external partners to expand the capabilities of our platform and provide best-in-class online life insurance solutions.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Senior Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience of our agent platform. You will work closely with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to create intuitive, visually compelling, and scalable digital products that balance a seamless partner experience with a strong, adaptable platform foundation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
– Lead the design process from ideation to execution for key projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and user needs
– Mentor team members and lead impactful design initiatives
– Partner with Product Managers and Engineers to define design strategy and deliver high-quality solutions
– Create and iterate on wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas
– Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and validate concepts
– Advocate for user-centered design principles and maintain consistency with our design system
– Mentor and provide feedback to UX team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth
– Present design solutions and articulate design rationale to stakeholders at various levels of the organization
REQUIREMENTS
– 5+ years of professional experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of digital products and services
– Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma or other industry standard programs
– Experience with user research methods, usability testing, and data-driven design
– Strong understanding of design systems, responsive design, and accessibility best practices
– Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly present and advocate for design decisions
– Proven experience in a collaborative, cross-functional environment, working closely with product and engineering teams to ship software that drives measurable business outcomes
– Proven ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize effectively
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
– Find energy in tackling hard things (Our company motto is “Make hard things easier.”)
– Experience designing for a startup
– Solid understanding of front-end and back-end development processes, enabling you to align design solutions with real technical constraints
– Familiarity with the insurance or financial industry
THIS ROLE REPORTS TO…
Design Manager #LI Remote
TOTAL REWARDS
At Bestow, we’re proud to be recognized for our team members, innovative products, and culture. Our standard benefits include:
– Competitive salary and equity based on role
– Policies and managers that support work/life balance, like our flexible paid time off and parental leave programs
– 100% paid-premium option for medical, dental, and vision insurance
– Lifestyle stipend to support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing
– Flexible work-from-home policy and open to remote
– Remote and WFH options, as well as a beautiful, state-of-the-art office in Dallas’ Deep Ellum, for those who prefer an office setting
– Employee-led diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
RECENT EMPLOYER AWARDS INCLUDE:
– Best Place for Working Parents 2023
– Great Place to Work Certified, 2022 + 2023 + 2024
– Built In Best Places to Work, 2022 + 2023
– Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Texas 2022 + 2023
– Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Financial Services and Insurance 2022 + 2023
We value diversity at Bestow and are committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We understand the importance of creating a safe and inclusive work environment and encourage individualism and authenticity in every team member.
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