We are looking for an experienced Principal Engineer – UI/UX Design to lead the creation of intuitive, scalable, and user-centered product experiences. In this role, you will partner closely with Product Managers, Engineering Leads, and executive stakeholders to translate complex business problems into effective design solutions that align with product and business goals.
What You Will Do
Partner with Product Managers, Engineering Leads, and executive stakeholders to advocate for user-centric solutions aligned with business goals.
Apply design thinking processes to influence product roadmaps, support executive-level decisions, and develop strong design solutions.
Lead high-level user research and usability testing, using both qualitative feedback and quantitative product analytics to measure the impact of design decisions.
Translate ambiguous, high-level business problems into intuitive, structured, and scalable design solutions.
Produce high-quality design outputs including flow diagrams, wireframes, graphic designs, storyboards, and site maps.
Mentor junior and mid-level designers, review their work to maintain high-quality standards, and champion a strong UX culture within the organization.
Plan and conduct usability testing in accordance with IEC 62366 and own usability documentation.
What You Will Need
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communication Design, Interaction Design, or an equivalent discipline.
15+ years of professional experience in UI/UX design.
Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices.
Ability to solve complex design problems and create user-friendly interfaces.
A strong eye for aesthetics, detail, and visual consistency.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong portfolio showcasing visual design, problem-solving, prototyping, and end-to-end design thinking.
Experience in medical device front-end development, including IEC 62366 usability documentation.
Technical Skills and Tools
Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar design tools.
Experience creating wireframes, prototypes, user flows, storyboards, and site maps.
Knowledge of usability testing, user research methods, and design validation practices.
Understanding of medical device usability standards and documentation practices is preferred.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communication Design, Interaction Design, or equivalent
- 15+ years of professional experience in UI/UX design
- Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices
- Ability to solve complex design problems and create user-friendly interfaces
- Strong eye for aesthetics, detail, and visual consistency
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Strong portfolio showcasing visual design, problem-solving, prototyping, and end-to-end design thinking
- Experience in medical device front-end development, including IEC 62366 usability documentation
- Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar design tools
- Experience creating wireframes, prototypes, user flows, storyboards, and site maps
- Knowledge of usability testing, user research methods, and design validation practices
- Understanding of medical device usability standards and documentation practices
Stryker Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Stryker and has not been reviewed or approved by Stryker.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options with HSA support and global mental‑health access indicate broad, accessible care. These features materially enhance the overall value of the total‑rewards package.
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Retirement Support — A meaningful 401(k) company match with potential additional company contribution, alongside an ESPP, supports long‑term savings and wealth building. Documented plan specifics help employees understand eligibility, timing, and vesting mechanics.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and practical supports like breast milk shipping reflect a comprehensive, family‑friendly approach. These offerings address varied family‑building paths and caregiving needs.
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What We Do
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at www.stryker.com. Together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better.
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