Core Product Designer

R.W. Mercer Co.

Boiling Springs, South Carolina

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adobe Product Family, Best Practices, CSS (Cascading Style Sheet), Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Cross-Functional, Customer/Client Research, Dental Insurance, HTML (HyperText Markup Language), Human-Computer Interaction, JavaScript, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Engineering, Prototyping, Research Skills, Style Guide, Systems Maintenance, Usability Engineering, Usability Testing, User Experience Design (UXD), User Interface Design, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Vision Plan, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), Wireframes
LOCATION
Boiling Springs, South Carolina
POSTED
3 days ago

We are seeking a creative and user-focused Core Product Designer to lead the design of intuitive, scalable, and impactful digital experiences. In this role, you will work closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to shape product vision, define user journeys, and deliver high-quality design solutions that align with business goals.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in UX/UI design, a deep understanding of user-centered design principles, and the ability to translate complex requirements into elegant, functional interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end product design from concept through delivery
  • Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitive analysis
  • Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs
  • Define and maintain design systems, style guides, and UI standards
  • Collaborate with product managers and engineers to ensure design feasibility and implementation quality
  • Translate business and user requirements into intuitive user experiences
  • Iterate on designs based on user feedback, analytics, and stakeholder input
  • Ensure consistency across product features and platforms
  • Advocate for best practices in UX/UI design and accessibility standards

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 4+ years of experience in product design, UX/UI design, or a similar role
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar
  • Solid understanding of usability principles, interaction design, and responsive design
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in agile environments
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

Mandatory Requirement

  • Candidates must be current residents of the United States and possess valid U.S. work authorization. Applications that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working on complex or enterprise-level digital products
  • Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Experience building or contributing to design systems
  • Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG)

Benefits

  • Flexible remote work environment
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and wellness programs
  • Professional development and conference opportunities

Work Schedule

  • Flexible schedule (30–40 hours per week)
  • Core collaboration hours aligned with U.S. time zones
  • Occasional extended hours during product release cycles

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

About the Company

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R.W. Mercer Co.