UX Designer (Xpanse) San Francisco, California, United States, Remote

$94,000 - $152,000/Yr

Palo Alto Networks - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Francisco, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The UI/UX Designer at Palo Alto Networks will play a crucial role in shaping the future of cybersecurity by designing user-centric products for the Xpanse platform. This position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to create visually compelling and practical design solutions that enhance user experiences. The designer will be responsible for synthesizing complex design problems, improving the Cortex Design System, and delivering impactful product experiences through various design techniques.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize solutions to complex design problems by exploring different angles and communicating ideas effectively.
• Create impactful product experiences through compelling visuals and prototypes.
• Help improve and expand the ongoing Cortex Design System.
• Apply UI and UX design techniques including user flows, visual design, wireframes, mockup specifications, and prototypes.
• Deliver detailed solutions for visualizations, reports, and other customer-facing collateral.
• Collaborate with peer designers, engineering teams, and product managers to guide the evolution of product experiences.
• Bring a pragmatic approach to design that balances customer needs with project timelines.
• Stay updated on current design trends and technologies to continue personal growth as a designer.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience delivering UX/Product design for large-scale web applications.
• Knowledge of Figma and experience in extending and maintaining design systems.
• Strong visual design skills with an excellent eye for detail.
• Understanding of user experience frameworks such as Jobs to be Done, personas, use cases, mood boards, happy paths, and journey maps.
• Experience in enterprise SaaS product experiences, particularly in security or networking, is a plus but not required.
• Comfort with resolving ambiguity through collaboration and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Team player with simple, direct, and positive communication skills.
• Self-managing, self-correcting, and autodidact.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in security or networking product design is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Restricted stock units and bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.