UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)
Senior UX Design Manager
UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group), Lowell, Massachusetts, United States, 01856
Company Overview
With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.
At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.
Here, we know that you’re more than your work. That’s why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you’re passionate about our purpose — people —then we can’t wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We’re united by purpose, inspired by you.
We are seeking a forward-thinking Senior UX Design Manager to define and drive the unifying vision for the next generation of UKG products. In this role, you'll lead a globally dispersed team of UX/UI designers, guiding and inspiring them, coaching and motivating the team to innovate and excel. Excellent communication skills are crucial, as you will be responsible for developing and presenting strategies, concepts, and designs to large groups, cross-functional teams, and executives.
You will work closely with UX leadership to refine team processes and cultivate a vibrant, engaging work environment and culture.
Key Responsibilities:
• Strategic Vision: Define, refine, and advance the design strategy for a comprehensive suite of enterprise products
• Design Excellence: Establish and maintain high standards for UX/UI design across the product suite, ensuring that designs push the envelope to innovative, cohesive, and on-brand
• Design Systems: Promote product design consistency through the governance and evolution of design systems
• Collaboration: Foster collaboration with peers and stakeholders across the product suite to ensure consistency throughout the design and development process.
• Talent Development: Recruit, onboard, and mentor designers, focusing on developing their skills and improving team dynamics
• Process Improvement: Contribute to the definition and refinement of design processes to support business goals and improve efficiency, to include focusing on AI-driven methodologies
• Project Management: Oversee commitments and deadlines across multiple projects and value streams, ensuring timely and effective delivery of design solutions.
• AI Integration: Advocate for the use of Generative AI in design processes, demonstrating how AI can drive design innovation, usability, and accessibility
Join us in leading the future of UX design at UKG in modernizing and bringing together transformative user experiences and driving innovation in our product suite.
Required Qualifications:
• Degree in Human Factors, Engineering, Design, Graphic Design, Media Arts, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years of experience in product and UX/UI design across various platforms (web, mobile, tablets, kiosks), with at least 5 years in people management and leadership roles
• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing teams, inspiring excellence, and fostering a positive work environment
• Proficiency in standard design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch) and a deep understanding of current design trends; the application of Generative AI in UX/UI design will be a plus
A portfolio is required to be submitted as part of the application.
We work in a collaborative hybrid model. 3 days per week onsite in our Lowell office is required.
Where we’re going
UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it’s our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!
Equal Opportunity Employer
UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.
View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (https:www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf) and its supplement. (https:www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)
View the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (https:www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)
UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (https:www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) .
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process
For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com .
The pay range for this position is $159,900.00 to $229,800.00, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG’s comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https:www.ukg.com/careers (https:www.ukg.com/careers)
It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.
With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.
At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.
Here, we know that you’re more than your work. That’s why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you’re passionate about our purpose — people —then we can’t wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We’re united by purpose, inspired by you.
We are seeking a forward-thinking Senior UX Design Manager to define and drive the unifying vision for the next generation of UKG products. In this role, you'll lead a globally dispersed team of UX/UI designers, guiding and inspiring them, coaching and motivating the team to innovate and excel. Excellent communication skills are crucial, as you will be responsible for developing and presenting strategies, concepts, and designs to large groups, cross-functional teams, and executives.
You will work closely with UX leadership to refine team processes and cultivate a vibrant, engaging work environment and culture.
Key Responsibilities:
• Strategic Vision: Define, refine, and advance the design strategy for a comprehensive suite of enterprise products
• Design Excellence: Establish and maintain high standards for UX/UI design across the product suite, ensuring that designs push the envelope to innovative, cohesive, and on-brand
• Design Systems: Promote product design consistency through the governance and evolution of design systems
• Collaboration: Foster collaboration with peers and stakeholders across the product suite to ensure consistency throughout the design and development process.
• Talent Development: Recruit, onboard, and mentor designers, focusing on developing their skills and improving team dynamics
• Process Improvement: Contribute to the definition and refinement of design processes to support business goals and improve efficiency, to include focusing on AI-driven methodologies
• Project Management: Oversee commitments and deadlines across multiple projects and value streams, ensuring timely and effective delivery of design solutions.
• AI Integration: Advocate for the use of Generative AI in design processes, demonstrating how AI can drive design innovation, usability, and accessibility
Join us in leading the future of UX design at UKG in modernizing and bringing together transformative user experiences and driving innovation in our product suite.
Required Qualifications:
• Degree in Human Factors, Engineering, Design, Graphic Design, Media Arts, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years of experience in product and UX/UI design across various platforms (web, mobile, tablets, kiosks), with at least 5 years in people management and leadership roles
• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing teams, inspiring excellence, and fostering a positive work environment
• Proficiency in standard design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch) and a deep understanding of current design trends; the application of Generative AI in UX/UI design will be a plus
A portfolio is required to be submitted as part of the application.
We work in a collaborative hybrid model. 3 days per week onsite in our Lowell office is required.
Where we’re going
UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it’s our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!
Equal Opportunity Employer
UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.
View The EEO Know Your Rights poster (https:www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf) and its supplement. (https:www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)
View the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (https:www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)
UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here (https:www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) .
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process
For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com .
The pay range for this position is $159,900.00 to $229,800.00, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG’s comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https:www.ukg.com/careers (https:www.ukg.com/careers)
It is the policy of Ultimate Software to promote and assure equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective Peeps without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. This policy governs all matters related to recruitment, advertising, and initial selection of employment. It shall also apply to all other aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, compensation, promotion, demotion, transfer, lay-offs, terminations, leave of absence, and training opportunities.