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Principal UX Designer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$225K - $250K/yr

We are seeking a Principal UX Designer to lead the user experience strategy for Striim's next-generation data modernization and AI platform. This is a hands-on Principal-level individual contributor ...

We are seeking a Principal UX Designer to lead the user experience strategy for Striim's next-generation data modernization and AI platform. This is a hands-on Principal-level individual contributor ...

Principal UX Designer Date: Start Date: 10/01/2025 Define and execute the overarching UX vision and strategy in alignment with organizational objectives, ensuring a seamless and cohesive user ...

We are seeking a Principal UX Designer to shape the future of industrial technology In this role, you'll design intuitive digital experiences that bridge advanced technology with human needs ...

Principal UX Designer

$160K - $200K/yr

About the role As a Principal UX Designer, you'll shape how analysts and business leaders interact with our complex social media datasets - turning raw insight into clarity. You'll be the dedicated ...

We are seeking a Principal UX Designer to shape the future of industrial technology In this role, you'll design intuitive digital experiences that bridge advanced technology with human needs ...

The Principal UX Designer leads the development and enhancement of user experience strategies by conducting comprehensive research, including user interviews and journey mapping, to inform design ...

The (USA) Principal, UX Designer leads the development and execution of user experience strategies by conducting comprehensive research, user interviews, and usability testing to enhance interaction ...

The (USA) Principal, UX Designer leads the development and execution of user experience strategies by conducting comprehensive research, user interviews, and usability testing to enhance interaction ...

We are seeking a Principal UX Designer to shape the future of industrial technology. In this role, you'll design intuitive digital experiences that bridge advanced technology with human needs ...

(USA) Principal, UX Designer

Gravette, AR · On-site

$110K - $220K/yr

The (USA) Principal, UX Designer leads the development and execution of user experience strategies by conducting comprehensive research, user interviews, and usability testing to enhance interaction ...

Principal UX Designer

Liberty Lake, WA · On-site

$96K - $188K/yr

Itron is seeking a Principal UX Designer to help shape intuitive, human-centered experiences for a global line of business. This role offers the opportunity to influence the future of smart utility ...

The Principal UX Designer leads the development and enhancement of user experience strategies by conducting comprehensive research, including user interviews and journey mapping, to inform design ...

(USA) Principal, UX Designer

Johnson, AR · On-site

$110K - $220K/yr

The (USA) Principal, UX Designer leads the development and execution of user experience strategies by conducting comprehensive research, user interviews, and usability testing to enhance interaction ...

(USA) Principal, UX Designer

Decatur, AR · On-site

$110K - $220K/yr

The (USA) Principal, UX Designer leads the development and execution of user experience strategies by conducting comprehensive research, user interviews, and usability testing to enhance interaction ...

Principal UX Designer

Merrimack, NH · On-site

$70 - $82/hr

Onsite Our client seeks a Principal UX Designer to lead design for FinTech products that support investment decision making, portfolio management, and trading. You will define and evolve user ...

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As of Jul 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal user experience in the United States is $109,393.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Principal User Experience Designer

Principal User Experience Designer

Solar Turbines Incorporated

San Diego, CA • On-site

$128K - $192K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


Solar Turbines rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

82nd of 486 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
JOB PURPOSE:
To provide UX Design for Solar Digital products and service. The position requires you to showcase your user-centric design, research, collaboration, and analytics skills as part of the digital design team and to share that knowledge with the team.
JOB DUTIES:
The Principal UX Designer is a proactive self-starter who is keen on good user-centric design, has excellent analytical abilities and, more importantly, loves to create alongside other people who are passionate about what they do. The Principal UX designer knows the power of compelling experiences and uses this to enhance the product they are working on, and since the web space is dynamic they are masters at coming up with solutions that are responsive to change in the future. More than just crafting solutions, the Principal UX Designer is a true advocate for the user. Their creative and problem-solving expertise allows them to architect products that deliver value and solve business problems across various platforms.
At Solar Turbines, the Principal UX Designer is a high-performing and enthusiastic individual who is one of the fully engaged creative leaders, and an integral part of our fast-growing digital team. The Principal UX Designer has extensive UX knowledge and deep expertise in making use of their knowledge and experience to lead the creation of satisfying and compelling user experiences drawing from user research and workflow analysis. As a leader, the Principal UX Designer is skilled in leading teams of UX designers and mentoring junior designers to maintain the highest level of quality throughout the team.
Responsibilities:
  • Lead UX Designers, and work closely with UI Designers, Front-End Engineers, and Product Owners to ensure the solidity of product solutions and deliver top notch user experiences
  • Ensure alignment of current UX design efforts with business goals
  • Lead brainstorming and concepting for exceptional user experiences
  • Contribute to the definition of professional standards, procedures or processes
  • Apply broad knowledge of UX best practices to solve problems
  • Foster communication and express ideas to conveys concepts to the teams
  • Lead and review the work of UX Designers

Basic Qualifications:
  • BA/BS degree with an emphasis in UX Design, HCI, Human Factors or related areas of study; or work experience of 10+ years in a UX design-related position
  • Professionally crafted online portfolio
  • Experienced at creating and leading the creation of UX assets such as sitemaps, journey maps, wireframes, and prototypes
  • Expert proficiency in Figma, including prototyping, design systems, and collaborative workflows.
  • Experience using AI tools in the design process to accelerate research, ideation, and design execution.
  • Experience designing AI-powered user experiences with a focus on usability, accessibility, and user trust.
  • Mastery of prototyping and other feedback tools
  • In depth knowledge of UX methodologies (double diamond process) related to user and workflow research, interviews and surveys, and the ability to use the information to make data-driven design decisions
  • Ability to manage other designers on a project basis
  • Experience in creating new products and improving existing ones
  • HTML/CSS knowledge (desired)

Top candidates will also have:
  • Extensive background in UX design for digital products
  • Interest and understanding of how to leverage AI in digital products and design workflows
  • UX portfolio showing wide variety of product/UX design
  • User testing and research expertise
  • Several examples of driving ideas/solutions to completion

- Relocation assistance is available for this role
Summary Pay Range:
$128,470.00 - $192,710.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
July 7, 2026 - July 28, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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