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We’re a diverse tapestry of thinkers, dreamers, givers, DIYers, handi-workers, artisans, and forever and always architects of things.\nAt Cricut, we place the power of handmade into the hands of all. We give you beautiful, easy-to-master tools so you can make something unique, remarkable, perfect. We surround you with ideas, community, inspiration, and encouragement to take your creativity further than you ever imagined. And as a community, we celebrate the exhilarating act of making every single day.\nSo, make that handcrafted card that feels like a hug. Design a shirt for fun, for family, or for a full-blown business. Craft with a passion or for a purpose. Make something big and bold, itsy-bitsy, amazingly ambitious, or just plain silly. Whatever you make, just make your heart out. Because here’s the remarkable truth: When we all make together, we make all things possible.\nLet’s make.\n The UX team at Cricut is responsible for user research, interaction design and visual design of software applications across desktop and mobile platforms. We design intuitive, easy-to-use software that inspires our customers, and helps them design and make unique, personalized projects.\nThe team is uniquely positioned - with direct connections to the executive team and CEO - and we collaborate across the organization to ensure hardware, content, materials, and software all work together to deliver awesome experiences. Our UX team members come from varied backgrounds and experience; all of us were drawn to the mission of empowering every person to be creative.\nAs a Lead UX Designer within the UX team at Cricut, you’ll lead the creation of thoughtful and compelling user experiences to elevate the brand and introduce Cricut to a wider audience. You’ll provide design thought leadership and work on complex and interesting UX projects spanning multiple platforms including mobile and desktop software. You’ll be a hands-on contributor committed to creating industry-leading experiences for some of the most engaged user groups you’ll ever encounter. Put aside your assumptions and drop us a line…this opportunity is not to be missed. ­\n Responsibilities:\nLead the design work for software applications for both desktop and mobile devices across a range of operating systems. \nReinforce a learning mindset: Participate in user research and A/B testing, advocate for our users at every step of the way, and leverage findings artfully to continuously improve designs. \nBring a keen understanding of our users’ motivations, goals and needs to help define new features, functions and products. \nExtend and evolve our UX design language to craft elegant and consistent design experiences. \nFoster successful collaboration with software product managers and software developers to drive solutions through to completion. \nHelp evolve our design processes and deliverables to best meet the needs of a growing organization, as well as increase efficiency within the UX group. \nCapture ideas and solutions in varying levels of fidelity, as the situation warrants - from whiteboard sketches to flow charts to interactive prototypes. \nManage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. \nClosely collaborate with other designers on the UX team and provide mentorship where needed. \n Bachelor’s degree in Human Computer Interaction (HCI), interaction design, graphic design, industrial design, information science, computer science or a related field. Graduate degree is a plus. \n5+ years of work experience designing web and mobile applications and applying user-centered techniques. \nDemonstrated experience leading, mentoring and inspiring other product designers in their craft. \nProven track record of successful product releases in which you guided a team through a user-centered product design process. \nAbility to grasp product requirements and scope design work accordingly, with careful attention to detail. \nStrong ability to collaborate with teams across varying disciplines (hardware engineering, software development, marketing, etc.) to create a holistic product experience. \nPassion for innovation and a “can do” attitude. \nKeen attention to detail and systems thinking. \nThoughtful and well-presented portfolio of UX design solutions \nAbility to interpret and act on design feedback from both collaborators and stakeholders \nExcellent presentation and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely articulate solutions, design rationale and process to colleagues in different disciplines, stakeholders and executives. \nAbility to discuss high level concepts and detailed design with equal fluency. \nWell-versed in applying quantitative data and a wide range of qualitative user insight techniques to drive prototypes and decision making. \nDemonstrated eye for visual design \nA strong grasp of current UI/UX trends and platforms (e.g., iOS and Material Design guidelines). \nExperience designing for combined hardware and software interaction, community features and/or data-driven experiences are a plus.\nCrafting experience not necessary.\n A Quick Note Before You Apply…\nCricut is in a powerful chapter of transformation. We’re evolving fast-refining our strategy, growing our teams, and raising the bar across the board. This is an incredible opportunity for the right kind of person-but it’s not for everyone.\nWe’re looking for A-players -people who don’t just meet expectations, but consistently exceed them. If you thrive in dynamic environments and find joy in turning challenges into momentum, keep reading.\nHere’s what makes someone a great fit for this role (and for this moment at Cricut):\nYou have a bias for urgency.\nYou don’t wait for perfect clarity to take action-you start, learn, and adjust. You believe that speed matters, especially when paired with thoughtfulness. You ask: “What can move forward today?” and push past inertia.\nYou set high standards-especially for yourself.\nYou’re proud of your work and protective of your reputation. You take ownership, deliver quality, and don’t cut corners. You hold yourself accountable without waiting to be asked.\nYou stay focused when things are moving fast.\nYou can identify what really matters and don’t get distracted by noise. You prioritize well, and manage your time wisely.\nYou collaborate like a pro.\nYou elevate the people around you, communicate clearly, and give thoughtful feedback. You’re low ego, high output-and your team loves working with you.\nWhat to Do Next:\nPlease attach your resume including links to your portfolio where applicable. If you want to show your super powers in other ways - include that information too. You can be sure that Cricut® is an employer who values individuality, equality and diversity, so tell us what you’re all about. If you are a Maker or a DIY enthusiast, whether you think you are a good one or not, we would love to hear about it when you send us your information!\nAt Cricut®, we celebrate inclusion and diversity. Cricut is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Cricut prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, nationality, citizenship, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or any other unlawful consideration. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 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