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Job description
New Fire Global is hiring a Director of User Experience — a full-time, remote role ($180k–$230k). Apply directly on New Fire Global's careers page below.
Director of UX
Department: UI/UX
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Boston, Massachusetts, US, Remote
Opportunity for impact
We're seeking an experienced Director of User Experience to lead our embedded UX team serving a major healthcare technology client. In this role, you'll manage a growing team of UX professionals (currently 2 researchers and 5 designers) who work as the in-house UX function for a mid-sized, early-stage healthcare technology organization serving the health insurance market.
Role & responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
- Provide hands-on management, coaching, and mentorship to 2 UX researchers and 5 senior designers
- Conduct design and research critique, ensuring high-quality outputs across all projects
- Review and approve research & design plans
- Lead performance development and team growth
- Foster a collaborative, supportive team culture where everyone feels set up for success
Client Partnership & Strategy
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Product directors and Engineering directors
- Work directly with the VP of Product on roadmap planning and UX prioritization
- Collaborate with the VP of User Experience on overall UX strategy and practice evolution
- Represent UX in cross-functional planning and decision-making
- Participate in quarterly business reviews with client leadership
Operational Excellence & Project Management
- Adapt and maintain systems that give leadership and clients real-time visibility into team activity, project assignments, and deliverables
- Manage project tracking system to provide real-time visibility into team workload and progress
- Ensure consistent design quality across multiple concurrent projects in Care Management and Utilization Management feature areas
- Optimize team workflows to increase design throughput and reduce time-to-test and time-to-delivery
- Navigate roadmap changes and ambiguity, helping the team stay productive despite shifting priorities
- Facilitate team rituals including weekly team meetings and twice-weekly critique sessions
Problem-Solving & Influence
- Coach the team to navigate their collaborations with product management independently, while stepping in to remove blockers that require your seniority
- Partner with Product on the shared product development lifecycle, from discovery through design and into build
You’re a Perfect Match If You Have:
Required Experience
- 5+ years in UX leadership roles, including experience as a Director or equivalent
- Proven experience managing teams of 5-10 UX professionals, including both designers and researchers
- Deep expertise in complex enterprise software for healthcare (experience with health insurance/payer systems strongly preferred)
- Track record of success in an in-house product organization or deeply embedded consulting role
- Experience managing geographically distributed or offshore teams
- Demonstrated ability to build influential relationships with senior product and engineering leaders
Skills & Capabilities
- Expert at design critique and providing actionable feedback that elevates quality
- Strong facilitator who can drive alignment across cross-functional teams
- Process-oriented with a toolkit of best practices ready to apply
- Comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast-changing environments
- Excellent at coaching UX professionals to grow their skills and impact
- Experienced in research oversight and translating insights into design direction
Personal Qualities
- Proactive problem-solver who removes obstacles for their team
- Collaborative leader who builds trust and psychological safety
- Results-driven with a focus on both delivery and team wellbeing
- Passionate about healthcare and improving experiences for users in complex domains
Logistics
- Location: Fully remote; must be US-based, ideally in Eastern Time Zone (Boston area preferred)
- Reports to: VP of User Experience
- Team size: 7 direct reports (structure may evolve)
- Travel: Some travel to Boston HQ or occasionally customer sites
The Offer
Offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background screening. Background screenings will be conducted in compliance with applicable laws and will not be initiated without your consent.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Director of User Experience at New Fire Global?
The estimated salary range for Director of User Experience at New Fire Global is $180,000 - $230,000 USD per year.
Is Director of User Experience at New Fire Global a remote job?
Yes, Director of User Experience at New Fire Global is a remote position. Candidates in Boston, MA may be preferred.
What skills are required for Director of User Experience at New Fire Global?
The required skills for Director of User Experience at New Fire Global include: Agile, Project Management.
What is the seniority level for Director of User Experience at New Fire Global?
Director of User Experience at New Fire Global is a Director / Manager level position.
How do I apply for Director of User Experience at New Fire Global?
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