Job Requisition ID #
26WD98623
Position Overview
We are seeking a talented Experience Designer to help create and deliver high-quality experiences for Autodesk Building Design products. If you are passionate about experience design, data-driven solutions, problem-solving, user research, complex workflows, customer engagement, or Building Information Modeling (BIM), this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.
In this role, you will contribute to global initiatives and collaborate with stakeholders across Product Management, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams around the world. You will help shape experiences that address complex customer challenges while balancing user needs, business goals, and technical requirements.
The successful candidate will bring an empathetic mindset, strategic thinking, strong research and analytical skills, and a passion for data-driven design. You should be comfortable working independently, collaborating across diverse teams, and contributing to design outcomes within a global organization.
You will report to the Experience Design Manager at Autodesk China Research and Development Center (ACRD) and be part of Autodesk's global Experience Design team. This position is based in Shanghai, China.
Responsibilities
- Support user research efforts to understand user needs, workflows, and pain points through interviews, observations, and synthesis of research findings
- Translate user insights into design concepts and contribute to improving product experiences
- Create design concepts, wireframes, and prototypes to explore and validate solutions
- Collaborate with designers, product managers, and engineers to refine and iterate on design solutions
- Assist with usability testing and research activities, including prototype testing and feedback collection
- Prepare design assets and documentation for development, testing, and cross-functional teams
- Participate in design reviews and discussions, incorporating feedback to improve solutions
- Support feature implementation by partnering closely with developers and addressing design-related questions
- Stay current with design trends, tools, and relevant product knowledge
- Contribute to team deliverables, including demonstrations, presentations, and design documentation
Minimum Qualifications
- More than 1 year of experience in interaction design, User Experience (UX) design, or related fields, including internships or academic projects
- Basic understanding of user-centered design principles and design thinking methodologies
- Familiarity with design, prototyping, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools
- Strong visual, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Fluency in English
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to qualitative and quantitative user research methods through coursework, projects, or professional experience
- Interest in designing for complex systems, enterprise applications, or professional tools
- Experience with, or strong curiosity about, Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) workflows or Autodesk products
- Background in Architecture, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Design, or related disciplines
- Familiarity with Agile or iterative product development processes
- Strong curiosity, growth mindset, and proactive approach to learning
The Ideal Candidate
- Demonstrates empathy for users and a strong commitment to user-centered design principles
- Brings curiosity and a willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and design methodologies
- Uses research and data to inform design decisions and improve user experiences
- Collaborates effectively with designers, engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders
- Communicates design ideas clearly through visuals, presentations, and discussions
- Takes ownership of assigned work while seeking feedback and opportunities for growth
- Approaches challenges with creativity, analytical thinking, and a problem-solving mindset
- Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced, and globally distributed environment
- Pays close attention to detail while maintaining focus on broader user and business goals
- Demonstrates a growth mindset and a passion for continuous learning and professional development
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