USAA

Senior Security Experience Designer

USAA$114K — $218K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
  • 6 years of relevant experience in Product Design or related roles.
  • Experience in designing digital products in an Agile environment.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing design work on mobile and web applications.
  • Advanced facilitation and collaboration skills in cross-functional settings.
  • Proficient with industry-standard design tools and Microsoft Office suite.
  • Expertise in web and mobile usability, navigation, and user interface design.

Responsibilities

  • Define business problems and design requirements for complex projects.
  • Facilitate human-centered design sessions to generate actionable outcomes.
  • Manage multiple workstreams from discovery through implementation.
  • Conduct and synthesize human-centered research to derive insights.
  • Design holistic member experiences based on interaction and visual design principles.
  • Present ideas and solutions to inspire alignment among stakeholders.
  • Mentor and provide feedback to junior designers.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • 401(k) and pension plans to support retirement savings.
  • Life insurance and parental leave benefits.
  • Generous paid time off, including holidays and volunteer hours.
  • Career path planning and continuing education opportunities.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

As a dedicated Senior Security Experience Designer, you will drive work within high-performing, cross-organizational teams by applying advanced knowledge and experience in the practice of human-centered design. Synthesize the work of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver a unified design vision for complex Member and Employee experiences in a data-informed, agile environment. Demonstrate the value of design by building trust-based relationships that influence the alignment of stakeholders across projects, teams, and functions.

This role is remote eligible in the continental U.S. with occasional business travel. However, individuals residing within a 60-mile radius of a USAA office will be expected to work on-site four days per week.

What you'll do:
  • Drives the definition of business problems, design requirements, and demonstrate a solution's potential success for moderately complex projects.
  • Co-facilitates a cross-functional understanding of business problems and potential design solutions using human-centered design sessions and group discussions to achieve actionable outcomes.
  • Navigates multiple workstreams from discovery to implementation, balancing efforts, priorities, and partnerships for each.
  • Guides the development and facilitation of human-centered research efforts, the synthesis of research findings and the generation of insights.
  • Works autonomously to create holistic member experiences leveraging extensive knowledge of interaction design, visual design, and/or content design.
  • Articulates ideas and solutions using a range of storytelling techniques to inspire and compel audiences to align on direction.
  • Mentors developing designers across the Design Community.
  • Provides constructive day-to-day feedback to team members.
  • Applies advanced understanding of human-centered and service design practices and leverages multiple methods to solve complex design problems.
  • Stays abreast of current digital and mobile technology trends, in the area of application architecture with best practices within the digital development ecosystem.
  • Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.


What you have:
  • Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience.
  • 6 years of relevant, on-the-job experience in a Product Design, UX Design, Service Design or Design Research role delivering complex design systems for web and native applications.
  • Extensive experience designing and supporting digital products inside an Agile environment using human-centered design principles, methods and problem-solving strategies.
  • A portfolio that demonstrates extensive experience designing digital experiences for mobile and web-based applications.
  • Advanced facilitation, collaboration and consensus-building skills, with extensive experience in presenting to cross-functional teams and Senior/Executive leaders.
  • Demonstrated ability to work fluently in standard applications, including industry standard design, prototyping, and collaboration software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Demonstrated advanced understanding of new technologies and best practices in website navigation, browsers, mobile patterns, information architecture and usability.
  • Demonstrated experience designing user interfaces for web and mobile applications (iOS, Android, etc.).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, time management skills and strong attention to detail.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to work on multiple projects/tasks at once while facilitating a diverse group of employees.
  • Demonstrates a strategic mindset by decomposing complex problems into a clear and achievable workstream requiring limited support and direction for decision making.


What sets you apart:
  • Demonstrated expertise designing modern authentication and credential management experiences
  • Strong understanding of emerging scams, fraud vectors, and mitigation strategies
  • Proven ability to translate security requirements into intuitive, trust-building user experiences
  • Experience in financial services or similarly regulated environments
  • Commitment to ongoing learning and thought leadership within the security domain
  • Deep empathy for member needs and ability to build trust through experience design
  • US military experience gained through military service or gained as a military spouse / domestic partner


Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $114,080 - $218,030.

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

About USAA

United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC) was incorporated on March 2, 1989 in Miami Gardens, FL to provide a high quality and low cost insurance product to the non-standard automobile insurance market. The company is family owned and it is one of the largest privately held property and casualty insurance companies in the United States.UAIC has a world class information technology department. Their web technology is rated year after year as the easiest to use and most dependable by our agents.

USAA Careers

Joining USAA means becoming part of a family that welcomes diversity and is built on a culture of service and innovation. Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional service to our members, and we are always looking for passionate individuals to join our dynamic team. Whether you're starting your career or looking to grow professionally, USAA offers a range of job opportunities across various fields. Work You'll Do At USAA, we offer more than just jobs; we offer careers that make a difference. With a variety of positions available, from customer service to IT, you can find the perfect fit for your skills and interests. Our commitment to professional growth means we support your journey through leadership development programs, professional networking opportunities, and diverse career paths. USAA's commitment to innovation and leadership in the financial services industry makes it the ideal place to advance your career. We empower our employees to lead projects and initiatives that transform our services and operations. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a USAA internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience and a chance to see what a career at USAA really looks like. Interns at USAA gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals on real projects that affect our members' lives. Benefits and Culture USAA recognizes that job satisfaction extends beyond the office. That's why we offer competitive benefits packages that support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits include comprehensive health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Moreover, our inclusive culture is one of our greatest strengths. We are committed to diversity training and creating an environment where all employees can thrive. USAA's culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and responsibility. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the employment opportunities at USAA today. We are hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to make a difference. Check out our open positions, tailor your resume, and prepare for an interview where you can showcase your unique skills. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work at USAA. Subscribe to our careers blog and personalize your subscription to receive job alerts and the latest news tailored to your preferences. Discover the rewarding career opportunities awaiting you at USAA. Join a company that values leadership, innovation, and commitment to service. Start your journey with USAA today, where your future is waiting to be written.
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