Digital Product Designer

BrickRed Systems4 months ago
Portland, OR, United States
Hybrid
Contract
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Digital Product Designer to lead the design of a next-generation mobile and connected hardware experience. This role focuses on crafting intuitive, accessible, and high-quality iOS and Android applications that integrate seamlessly with consumer hardware products. This position is ideal for a designer who thrives in ambiguous problem spaces, collaborates deeply with cross-functional teams, and has a proven track record of delivering consumer-facing mobile products, preferably within hardware-connected ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end design execution for mobile applications (iOS and Android) and connected hardware experiences
  • Convert user research, business requirements, and technical constraints into wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs
  • Collaborate closely with product management, engineering (hardware, firmware, and software), and QA teams
  • Partner with UX Research to iterate designs based on usability testing and user feedback
  • Maintain and evolve design systems to ensure consistency across platforms
  • Champion accessibility and inclusive design standards (WCAG 2.1)
  • Clearly communicate design rationale, strategy, and tradeoffs to cross-functional partners and senior stakeholders
  • Support planning and delivery of long-term product initiatives

Required Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience designing consumer-facing mobile applications
  • Proven experience delivering end-to-end product design (concept → launch)
  • Strong expertise in Figma and modern prototyping tools
  • Hands-on experience working in Agile / cross-functional product teams
  • Experience collaborating with engineering and QA teams
  • Solid understanding of mobile UX patterns for iOS and Android
  • Strong knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1)
  • Ability to work independently and drive clarity in ambiguous environments
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
  • A strong portfolio showcasing mobile product design and design systems

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience designing hardware-connected or IoT applications
  • Mobile app design for wearables, fitness, or sports platforms
  • Experience with consumer hardware ecosystems (smart devices, connected products)

Benefits & Perks

  • Hybrid Schedule: Onsite Monday–Thursday, Remote Friday
  • Contract Length: Full 2-year assignment
  • Location Preference: Candidates local to the Portland (PDX) area preferred; relocation may be considered.
  • Interview Process: 3 rounds; fast-moving hiring process

About BrickRed Systems

BrickRed Systems is a global leader in next-generation technology, consulting, and business process service companies. We enable clients to navigate their digital transformation by delivering a range of consulting services across multiple industries worldwide. With a client-centric passion for innovation and delivery excellence, and certifications such as ISO 27001 and ISO 9001, BrickRed Systems leverages cognitive computing, hyper-automation, robotics, cloud, analytics, and emerging technologies to help our clients succeed in the digital world.

Required Skills

Agile Methodology
iOS & Android UX Patterns
Prototyping
Mobile App Design
Accessibility (WCAG 2.1)
Design Systems
Figma
Cross-functional Collaboration
UX Design
User Research Integration