Guardian Life Insurance

Conversational AI Designer

Guardian Life Insurance • $81K — $122K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in Conversational Design or Experience Design for AI tools/platforms
  • 1+ year of experience with chatbots, virtual assistants, or similar self-service experiences
  • Familiarity with IVR, speech recognition, or multimodal conversational channels preferred
  • Knowledge of conversational AI technologies including LLM, NLU, NLP, and ML
  • Experience with Generative AI technologies and prompt design
  • Proficient with design tools like Voiceflow, Figma, and Microsoft 365
  • Background in user experience design or related fields

Responsibilities

  • Create dialog designs, scripts, and flows for conversational interactions
  • Collaborate with product teams on the design and delivery of virtual assistants
  • Engage with developers to understand design implementation constraints
  • Utilize user-centered design methods to refine concepts through testing
  • Leverage data and user feedback to enhance conversational designs
  • Apply human-centered approaches to identify patterns and solution opportunities
  • Participate in user research and metrics analysis to inform design improvements

Benefits

  • Hybrid remote work options
  • 10% travel to alternate office locations required
  • Collaborative team environment with senior designers
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies
  • Access to ongoing professional development and knowledge growth
Full Job Description
Conversational AI Designer

Position Summary

Do you want to be part of a collaborative User Experience and Conversational AI team helping to shape the future of consumer experience? As a Conversational AI Designer, you will help design and build omnichannel conversational experiences for our digital customers, including interactions for intelligent virtual assistants and chatbots. In this role, you will contribute to conversational design work under the guidance of senior designers while partnering with product, technology, research, and business teams to deliver clear, useful, and customer-centered experiences.

You are

A Conversational AI Designer with related, applicable experience in designing conversational AI assistants, AI agents, chatbots, and/or digital self-service experiencesf or customer-facing journeys.

We expect to see your passion for creating engaging and intuitive customer experiences, along with your ability to simplify complex topics into clear conversational interactions. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a solid understanding of user experience practices and conversational design principles, with the ability to apply those principles to real customer problems. You can work effectively with cross-functional partners to support the development and improvement of data-driven and AI-enabled digital assistants across products and services. You should be comfortable communicating ideas clearly, asking thoughtful questions, taking feedback, and managing assigned design work with appropriate guidance.

You have

Required:
  • Three or more (3+) years of previous experience as a Conversational Designer or Experience Designer of AI tools/platforms
  • One or more (1+) years of professional experience working with chatbots, agents, virtual assistants, voice assistants, or similar digital self-service experiences
  • Experience with to IVR, speech recognition, or other multimodal conversational channels is a plus
  • Knowledge of conversational AI technologies and dataset elements, including LLM, NLU, NLP, ML, utterances, prompts, intents, entities, and annotations
  • Experience with Generative AI technologies, large language models, prompt design, and emerging AI capabilities
  • Comfortable with working with complex data sets and working with APIs
  • Experience with, conversational AI and digital assistant platforms such as Sierra, Google Dialogflow, IBM Watson, Rasa, Kore.ai, Salesforce Agentforce, Microsoft Copilot Studio or similar tools
  • Ability to use design and documentation tools including Voiceflow, Adobe Suite, Figma, diagramming apps, Microsoft 365 suite, and Jira
  • Knowledge for applying omnichannel design practices and customer touchpoints including websites, mobile apps, IVR/telephony, SMS, Apple iOS, Google Android, and voice assistant devices
  • Experience working in Agile teams and collaborating within iterative product development environments
  • Familiarity with Design Thinking methodology
  • A background in user experience design, customer service, content management, brand and marketing, product design, UX writing, or NLP data science


You will
  • Create conversational dialog designs, prompts, scripts, and interaction flows for human-machine conversations with guidance from senior design partners
  • Work closely with product teams and business partners to support the planning, design, optimization, and delivery of virtual assistants in an agile development environment
  • Partner with developers and technology teams by applying a working understanding of conversational AI platforms, design requirements, and implementation constraints
  • Apply user-centered design methods to iterate through concepts that can be tested and validated with users
  • Use data, analytics, and user feedback to inform design recommendations and improve conversational experiences
  • Apply human-centered design approaches to frame problems, identify patterns, explore opportunities, and visualize possible solutions
  • Collaborate within product teams to assess opportunities, constraints, and features while advocating for the end user and balancing business and technology needs
  • Partner with researchers, product owners, and senior designers to participate in user research, testing, and metrics analysis that informs decisions and design improvements
  • Continue building your knowledge of conversational AI, UX practices, information architecture, research methods, and platform capabilities, and apply that learning to assigned design work
  • Support the measurement of design solutions by helping capture and interpret qualitative and quantitative data that informs experience improvements


Reporting Relationships

As a Conversational AI Designer, you will report to our Lead Conversational AI & UX Designer, who reports to our Head of Enterprise Experience Design with a dotted line to our Lead Conversational AI UX designer. organization.

Location
  • The primary location for this position is Hudson Yards, NYC, Bethlehem PA, or Holmdel NJ. and hybrid remote.


Travel
  • 10% Travel required for this position to alternate office locations.


Salary Range:

$81,580.00 - $122,365.00

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

About Guardian Life Insurance

Guardian Life Insurance Careers

Join the Guardian Life Insurance team today and be part of a company that values growth, leadership, and innovation. As a leading provider in the insurance industry, Guardian Life Insurance offers a wealth of job opportunities that empower you to shape your future and strengthen your professional skills. Work You’ll Do At Guardian Life Insurance, you’ll collaborate with a diverse team of experts dedicated to providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to our clients. Our culture thrives on inclusivity and the shared ambition of our team members to drive positive change in the insurance sector. Explore a variety of career paths in areas ranging from customer service to financial advisement, each offering the potential to engage with transformative projects that impact lives. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, designed to enhance your skills and advance your career. Innovative Work Guardian Life Insurance is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology and personalized service. Join us and contribute to initiatives that redefine industry standards and lead to more predictive and personalized customer experiences. Be Part of a Great Team Our team at Guardian Life Insurance is our strongest asset. We foster an environment where creativity and effectiveness are encouraged, making it a perfect place for those who seek to innovate and excel in their careers. With a focus on nurturing talent, we offer comprehensive benefits, competitive salaries, and a supportive atmosphere that advocates work-life balance. Future-Proof Your Career With Guardian Life Insurance, your career is future-proof. Dive into a range of employment opportunities that not only align with your current skills but also challenge you to grow and expand your capabilities. Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or even leadership roles, Guardian Life Insurance is committed to helping you find the right path. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities waiting for you at Guardian Life Insurance. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are passionate, driven, and ready to contribute to our mission. Search open positions that match your skills and interests, and take the first step towards a rewarding career with us. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest career tips, industry insights, and company news—all from the professionals who make Guardian Life Insurance a leader in the insurance industry. Our careers blog provides valuable information to help you prepare for your next interview, polish your resume, and enhance your networking abilities. Job Alert Emails Customize your experience by subscribing to job alerts and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Guardian Life Insurance, and see how you can contribute to our legacy of excellence and innovation. Join Guardian Life Insurance today and be part of a company that’s dedicated to your career growth and professional development.
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