Lead User Experience Designer

Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are

In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication

These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day

When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team that's dedicated to accomplishing hard things

Here at Appian, were passionate about technology

We love making it, and we love using it

Joining Appian Engineering will provide you with the opportunity to learn in an environment that values cross-functional collaboration and is committed to personal and professional growth

We want to revolutionise the way people work, and in doing so, we develop the Appian platform to be simple so our customers can thrive

UX Designers at Appian craft new features that allow our users to do their work more easily and efficiently

UXDs translate product requirements into wireframes and prototypes that define UI layouts, interactions, and flows

As members of Agile development teams, Designers work closely with Product Managers and Software Engineers to rapidly build functional increments, test their effectiveness, and incorporate improvements

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will:

Perform user research to understand the unmet needs of our customers and stakeholders

Plan and execute usability testing for features and enhancements; analyse results and work with Product Managers to prioritise issues

Create wireframes to facilitate rapid design iteration based on review and feedback

Prototype new interfaces using Appians low-code UI design system

Design pixel-perfect prototypes for web and mobile user interfaces that demonstrate the appearance and behavior of implemented features

Work side-by-side with software engineers to ensure that features are delivered with the intended user experience

Review the user experience of applications built by customers on Appians platform and provide recommendations for improvement

Monitor web and mobile application innovations in both competing products and unrelated industries; use findings to inform new feature designs

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, or related field

3+ years of interaction design experience, prototyping, and wireframing skills

3+ years of experience working with software development teams and stakeholders on design implementations

Candidate must possess a strong portfolio with samples showcasing their expertise in interaction, creativity and depth of thought

Demonstrated understanding of Enterprise software delivery and Agile development

About Appian:

Before Appian was a company, it was an idea

Not about a product or a market, but about the culture needed to sustain innovation and value

Today, we help businesses build apps and workflows rapidly, with a low-code automation platform

Appian was founded on the belief that talented and passionate people, given the power and autonomy to excel, will deliver amazing impact

We have worked thoughtfully to create an inclusive, agile and collaborative work environment where employees feel challenged, and all voices are heard

We value and encourage cross-departmental collaboration, and actively seek opportunities to better ourselves and others

Creating impact to us means that when we deliver results, were focused on lasting positive change

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Tools and Resources

Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training

Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires

Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education

This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities

Community: Well immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one

Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups

These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company

About Appian

Appian is a software company that automates business processes

The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish

The world's most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operationsresulting in better growth and superior customer experiences

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