Product Designer II

Explicitly mentions prototyping/vibe-coding platforms and frontier AI tools for rapid prototyping and AI-assisted design. About the Role Microsoft Windows Design is hiring a Product Designer II to lead end-to-end visual and experience design for Windows features, using rapid prototyping and frontier AI tools to iterate from concept to launch while collaborating with product, engineering, and marketing partners. Job Description Role Product Designer II on the Windows Design team responsible for end-to-end design execution for moderately complex product areas. The role emphasizes visual and experience design, prototyping, storytelling, and the pragmatic use of frontier AI tools to accelerate research, ideation, and prototyping. Key Responsibilities Own design execution from problem definition through high-fidelity design, prototyping, and delivery with minimal oversight. Partner with Product Management and Engineering to create feasible, coherent solutions aligned with product strategy. Leverage frontier AI tools (AI-assisted research synthesis, ideation, prototyping, content generation) to improve speed and quality of design outcomes. Translate qualitative and quantitative research into actionable design improvements and iterate based on user feedback and metrics. Create and test low- to high-fidelity prototypes to validate concepts and de-risk decisions. Craft clear design narratives that explain the WHAT, WHY, and HOW and connect design choices to user needs and business outcomes. Participate in team critiques and rituals, contributing positively to team culture and continuous learning. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, HCI, UX, Interaction Design, or related field AND 3+ years of product or service design experience, OR equivalent experience using design thinking to solve problems. Submission must include a digital portfolio demonstrating UI fundamentals, clear layouts, systems thinking, and ability to explain design decisions and trade-offs. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency with modern design and prototyping tools, including Figma and prototyping/vibe-coding platforms. Experience using frontier AI technologies to accelerate research, ideation, prototyping, content creation, accessibility reviews, and experimentation. Strong foundation in interaction design, usability, accessibility, and inclusive design best practices. Effective communication and storytelling skills and ability to present work and receive feedback constructively. Compensation Typical U.S. base pay range: USD 102,100 - 202,200 per year. San Francisco Bay Area and New York City metropolitan area range: USD 133,800 - 219,200 per year. Notes Candidates should be comfortable with rapid prototyping, testing, and a "making and building" mindset. Role expects use of AI-augmented design workflows and openness to frontier tool experimentation. Figma prototyping/vibe-coding platforms frontier AI tools AI-assisted research synthesis AI-assisted ideation/prototyping/content generation Skills Visual Design Experience Design Storytelling Prototyping User Research Interaction Design Accessibility Inclusive Design Communication Collaboration Stakeholder Management Systems Thinking Iteration and Experimentation Product Strategy Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis Design Narratives Empathy High-fidelity Design Experience Level Mid USD 102,100 - 202,200/year Employment Type Full-time Eligible for benefits and other compensation (varies by role/location) #J-18808-Ljbffr