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Senior Experience Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$88K - $151K/yr

The senior designer supports teams in the Experience Design & Research practice, envisioning digital and service experiences for BU products and initiatives. The Senior designer ensures that the ...

As a Senior Experience Designer at Barbarian, you are a skilled design professional who helps manage high-profile clients and contributes to the delivery of world-class digital experiences. You'll ...

As a Senior Experience Designer at Barbarian, you are a skilled design professional who helps manage high-profile clients and contributes to the delivery of world-class digital experiences. You'll ...

Senior Experience Designer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$98K - $104K/yr

We are seeking an Experience Designer to help create Proofs of Experience (PoE): tangible, experiential artifacts that make early ideas, technologies, and workflows understandable, discussable, and ...

Senior Experience Designer

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$115K - $218K/yr

The Role An Experience Designer crafts immersive and engaging experiences that connect people with environments, events, and interactions, focusing on how these experiences feel and unfold over time. ...

Senior Experience Designer

Charlotte, NC · Hybrid

$99K - $106K/yr

Experience Designers at U.S. Bank are customer obsessed in developing human-centered experiences that provide personalized, clear, helpful, and inclusive digital plus human solutions for our ...

Senior Experience Designer

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

$98K - $104K/yr

Experience Designers at U.S. Bank are customer obsessed in developing human-centered experiences that provide personalized, clear, helpful, and inclusive digital plus human solutions for our ...

Senior Experience Designer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$105K - $112K/yr

Experience Designers at U.S. Bank are customer obsessed in developing human-centered experiences that provide personalized, clear, helpful, and inclusive digital plus human solutions for our ...

Senior Experience Designer

Minneapolis, MN · Hybrid

$106K - $113K/yr

Experience Designers at U.S. Bank are customer obsessed in developing human-centered experiences that provide personalized, clear, helpful, and inclusive digital plus human solutions for our ...

Senior Experience Designer

Irving, TX · Hybrid

$97K - $104K/yr

Experience Designers at U.S. Bank are customer obsessed in developing human-centered experiences that provide personalized, clear, helpful, and inclusive digital plus human solutions for our ...

Senior Experience Designer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$115K - $218K/yr

The Role An Experience Designer crafts immersive and engaging experiences that connect people with environments, events, and interactions, focusing on how these experiences feel and unfold over time. ...

Senior Experience Designer

Cincinnati, OH · Hybrid

$97K - $104K/yr

Experience Designers at U.S. Bank are customer obsessed in developing human-centered experiences that provide personalized, clear, helpful, and inclusive digital plus human solutions for our ...

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How much do sr experience designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr experience designer in the United States is $105,882.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sr Experience Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sr Experience Designer, you need advanced skills in interaction design, user research, information architecture, and a strong portfolio demonstrating successful UX projects, typically supported by a degree in design or a related field. Proficiency with design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping platforms like InVision is essential. Exceptional collaboration, communication, and problem-solving abilities set top designers apart, enabling them to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Mastery of these skills ensures the creation of user-centered solutions that meet business goals and deliver outstanding digital experiences.

What is the difference between Sr Experience Designer vs UX Designer?

AspectSr Experience DesignerUX Designer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field; 3+ years experienceBachelor's degree in Design, Psychology, or related field; 1-3 years experience
Work EnvironmentLeads projects, mentors junior designers, collaborates with cross-functional teamsFocuses on user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing
Industry UsageCommonly used in tech, digital agencies, and product companiesWidely used across startups, corporations, and agencies

The main difference is that Sr Experience Designers typically have more experience, leadership responsibilities, and a broader scope in project management compared to UX Designers, who focus more on user research and interface design. Both roles require strong design skills and industry knowledge, but the senior role involves guiding projects and teams.

What does a Sr Experience Designer do?

A Sr Experience Designer is responsible for creating and optimizing the overall user experience for digital products and services. They conduct user research, develop personas, and design wireframes and prototypes to ensure intuitive and engaging interactions. Senior Experience Designers often lead design projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior designers. Their goal is to balance user needs with business objectives, resulting in products that are both usable and visually appealing.

How does a Sr Experience Designer typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

As a Sr Experience Designer, you will work closely with product managers, engineers, researchers, and other designers to ensure a cohesive user experience. Collaboration often involves participating in workshops, brainstorming sessions, and design reviews to align on goals and iterate on solutions. You’ll be expected to communicate design decisions clearly, advocate for user needs, and incorporate feedback from various stakeholders, making strong interpersonal and facilitation skills essential for success.
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Infographic showing various Sr Experience Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,882 per year, or $50.9 per hour.

Senior Experience Designer

Northern Trust

Chicago, IL • On-site

$88K - $151K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Northern Trust rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

About Northern Trust


As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world's most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.


Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.


With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.


The senior designer supports teams in the Experience Design & Research practice, envisioning digital and service experiences for BU products and initiatives. The Senior designer ensures that the design of a new or existing product or offering are elevating the experience of interacting with Northern Trust and meeting or exceeding the needs of the people who these experiences serve.
Senior Designers tactically contribute to design at varying stages of discovery, development, and delivery in collaboration with peers and stakeholders. They can work independently and collaborate with their peers and counterparts in business and technology teams, taking direction from their design leads and team. They are responsible for detailed design execution and functional level interactions.

Major Duties:

Works within processes established by design leadership.
Works toward improved user experiences with a team of technology and business collaborators
Contributes to an open culture that enables employees' development through direct but kind feedback, promotes diverse perspectives and fosters a sense of curiosity and optimism
Works in an agile environment or on future experience projects
Creates user experiences, from low-fidelity sketches to high-fidelity mockups and prototypes while applying the NT Digital Design System.
Balances design decisions between research, technology, and business unit objectives
Exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
Ensures deliverables are accessible (WCAG 2.1)
Knowledge:

Strong design skills in one or more competency areas (visual, interaction, information architecture, product)
Able to present work and decisions effectively, through presentation and storytelling skills
Highly flexible, adaptable to change and comfortable with ambiguity
Effective use of collaborative/communication tools
Clear growth mindset, looking for opportunities to learn and motivated to approach challenges proactively
Experience:

5+ years demonstrated work experience delivering digital experiences
Educated in design or related field, formally or though comparable training
Working knowledge of Human-Centered Design and UI/UX best practices, as demonstrated in a portfolio of professional work.
Experience working with a cross-functional team or large-scale software development lifecycle, preferably in an agile environment, is desired

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Salary Range:

$88,900 - 151,100 USD

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.


Work Authorization


Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).


Working with Us


As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.


Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust's history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.


Reasonable Accommodation


Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.



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