FAQs
What is the preferred experience for this UX Designer role?
The preferred experience for this role includes 5+ years in user experience design, interaction design, information architecture, or similar design-related positions.
What tools should candidates be familiar with?
Candidates should have experience designing and prototyping with tools such as Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, InVision, or similar.
Is an online portfolio required for this position?
Yes, candidates must have an online portfolio or samples of work on their resume, demonstrating experience creating user-centered design solutions.
What kind of team will the UX Designer be working with?
The UX Designer will work collaboratively with a cross-disciplinary team that includes product owners, developers, and researchers.
What responsibilities will the UX Designer have in this role?
Responsibilities include iterating with teams using lean and agile methodologies, advocating for the customer, creating design artifacts like sketches and prototypes, and optimizing new and existing features through user research and testing.
Are there specific design methodologies that the candidate should be experienced with?
Yes, candidates should thrive on discovering ways to improve the customer experience and be fluent in performing UX heuristic evaluations, secondary research, and user testing.
How does Amazon prioritize diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer, promoting the inclusion of all voices in the design process.
What is the salary range for the UX Designer position?
The salary range for this position is from $106,000/year in the lowest geographic market to $184,000/year in the highest geographic market, depending on location and job-related experience.
What types of benefits can employees expect?
Employees can expect a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, along with potential equity and sign-on payments as part of the total compensation package.
Will I need to conduct user testing as part of my role?
Yes, optimizing features by planning and conducting user testing, along with interpreting analytic data, will be part of the UX Designer's responsibilities.