UX Designer, Xcode and Tools

The Developer Experience Human Interface Design team conceptualizes, designs and ships the user experience for Apple developer tools. You will design for Xcode, and other tools, used by millions of developers around the world to build, test, and ship software for Apple's platforms! Our team is looking for an experienced contributor who is skilled in user-focused design and has a strong understanding of technical concepts and tools. We care deeply about building experiences that elegantly solve for intricate workflows with the finesse of Apple’s design principles. We are a team of designers who are comfortable rapidly iterating on feedback, enjoy defining product direction, have precise attention to detail, and an exquisite design aesthetic. We're looking for someone who will bring innovative ideas, foster a supportive environment, and enhance the effectiveness and cohesion of our team as we create functional and inspirational developer experiences.

Drive product direction by incorporating expertise and perspectives into a cohesive, impactful vision. Build trusted partnerships with cross-functional teams, skillfully balancing requirements and constraints. Utilize user research techniques to gain actionable insights and steer product strategy. Create design mockups, prototypes, and specifications using Sketch or similar software. Apply, adapt, or develop design patterns to solve new challenges. Maintain a high level of detail, ensuring pixel-perfect designs. Advocate for user needs, accessibility, and the standardization of design patterns to deliver a cohesive and unified experience. Present and pitch your ideas to other designers, cross-functional teams, and leadership. Interpret and incorporate feedback from all levels, refining designs as needed. Adapt to changing scope, requirements, and limitations throughout development. Make a lasting impact on Apple’s software by creating intuitive, elegant tools that empower engineers to ship high-quality apps.