UX/UI Designer - Remote — United States — LinkedIn — 4489127603

Principal UX/UI Designer

About the Job

Impinj is seeking a Principal UX/UI Designer to establish and lead the design direction for its software-based products. As the founding member of a new design team, you will have the opportunity to build foundational design practices, define organization-wide standards, and shape the user experience across the company's product portfolio.

The role combines hands-on design execution with strategic leadership. You will own the end-to-end user experience, develop scalable design systems, and work closely with Product Management, Engineering, and Innovation leadership to influence product roadmaps and technical decisions.

Impinj is a leading RAIN RFID provider and Internet of Things (IoT) pioneer, connecting everyday items to the internet through innovative technology solutions. Its platform supports applications across retail, healthcare, automotive, aviation, and other industries.

Key Responsibilities

UX/UI Strategy and Product Design

• Own the complete user experience lifecycle, from problem definition and concept exploration to high-fidelity design and production handoff.

• Establish and evolve the design language, component library, and interaction patterns across the product portfolio.

• Create foundational design practices, frameworks, and standards for the organization.

• Lead discovery and define solutions for complex, high-impact problems.

• Translate business objectives and user research findings into clear design strategies.

• Apply expertise in interaction design, information architecture, visual design, and prototyping.

Design Systems and Standards

• Build and maintain scalable design systems used across multiple products.

• Establish design system governance, adoption practices, and contribution models.

• Define consistent interaction patterns and reusable components.

• Identify and resolve UX inconsistencies, usability issues, and accumulated design debt.

• Ensure consistency and quality across the organization's digital products.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Product Management and Engineering leadership to influence product roadmaps, priorities, scope, and technical trade-offs.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to understand technical constraints and define practical design solutions.

• Help break down feature requirements into actionable development stories.

• Work with the go-to-market organization to plan and interpret user research and usability testing.

• Validate design decisions using qualitative and quantitative insights.

Leadership and Mentorship

• Advise executive leadership on design maturity, UX priorities, and strategic opportunities.

• Represent design in executive reviews and communicate design rationale, trade-offs, and measurable business impact.

• Mentor engineers and product managers on UX fundamentals and design practices.

• Improve design awareness and capabilities across the organization.

• Promote a consistent, user-centered approach to product development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• At least 15 years of professional experience in UX/UI or product design.

• At least 3 years of experience at Staff, Principal, or an equivalent senior individual-contributor level.

• Practical experience designing products from initial concept through Minimum Viable Product (MVP).

• Expert knowledge of interaction design, information architecture, visual design, and prototyping.

• Demonstrated experience owning and managing design systems at scale, including governance, adoption, and contribution models.

• Advanced proficiency with Figma and modern design and prototyping tools.

• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and front-end development constraints.

• Proven ability to influence product strategy and cross-functional roadmaps without formal authority.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to present and explain design decisions effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Technical Skills

• UX/UI and product design

• Interaction design

• Information architecture

• Visual design and prototyping

• Figma and modern design tools

• Design system development and governance

• HTML and CSS fundamentals

• User research and usability testing

• Qualitative and quantitative analysis

• Product strategy and roadmap planning

• Cross-functional collaboration

Compensation and Benefits

Annual Base Salary: $185,000–$277,600

The final base salary depends on factors such as role complexity, responsibilities, required skills, qualifications, and relevant professional experience.

Additional compensation and benefits may include:

• Performance-based merit increases

• Annual bonuses

• Stock awards for eligible positions

• Sales incentives for certain eligible roles

• Healthcare benefits for U.S.-based employees

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching

• Open paid time-off policy

• Remote work support

• Work-life balance initiatives

Work Arrangement

This position is listed as remote and associated with Seattle, Washington. Impinj also maintains its headquarters in Seattle.

Additional Employment Information

This position involves access to technology or data subject to U.S. export control regulations. Certain transfers of controlled technology or information to individuals who are not classified as U.S. persons may require prior U.S. government authorization.

Additional documentation related to national identity may be requested solely to determine export compliance requirements.

About Impinj

Impinj is a pioneer in RAIN RFID and Internet of Things technology, working to connect everyday items to the internet. Its solutions support businesses across industries, including retail, healthcare, automotive, aviation, and food.

The company promotes innovation, collaboration, professional development, and an inclusive work environment. Employees can participate in executive Q&A sessions and work within a culture that values teamwork, openness, and work-life balance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Impinj is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. The company does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and interview process and during employment.