Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in UX, interaction, or product design with a robust portfolio demonstrating excellence across complex, multi-product environments.
• Proven track record of elevating design standards within organizations where UX influence was previously limited.
• Deep expertise in user-centered design methodologies, from research and discovery to detailed interaction design.
• Strong design authority with the ability to articulate and defend quality standards under pressure.
• Experience leading through influence without direct authority, shaping complex initiatives and driving cultural change.
• Comprehensive understanding of the full UX spectrum, including strategic framing, systems thinking, and interaction craftsmanship.
• Active leadership in integrating AI into UX practices, with a clear point of view on its impact and opportunities.
• Strong accessibility and inclusive design literacy, committed to equitable user experiences.
• Proficiency in Figma and solid understanding of design systems and component libraries.
• Calm, confident presence with excellent communication skills, capable of providing rigorous feedback and fostering collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Define, model, and maintain the UX quality standards across all team projects, ensuring consistency and excellence in every deliverable.
• Serve as the senior UX authority, making strategic decisions on user flows, interaction patterns, and information architecture, while managing stakeholder expectations.
• Ground design decisions in deep user insights obtained through research, data analysis, and synthesis of existing information.
• Build credibility within product and engineering teams by demonstrating design excellence and influencing decision-making processes.
• Collaborate upstream with strategic design leads on problem framing, vision development, and organizational challenges beyond individual products.
• Demonstrate how superior experience quality impacts key business metrics such as adoption, retention, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Lead the integration of AI technologies into UX practices, exploring new research, prototyping, and validation methods.
• Mentor and develop designers through rigorous feedback, pairing, and critique, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and capability building.
• Develop and share case studies, knowledge outputs, and proof of design value to strengthen the team's evidence base.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, managers, and stakeholders via digital platforms and in person, ensuring alignment and transparency.
• Participate in occasional travel to Bentley office locations as needed, supporting global collaboration efforts.

Benefits

• Collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages idea sharing and teamwork.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to participate in Bentley Impact Day, volunteering with organizations of your choice.
• Recognition programs and platforms celebrating milestones and achievements.
• Inclusive culture promoting diversity, belonging, and colleague wellbeing through various initiatives and resource groups.
• Contribution to impactful projects that help build sustainable, resilient infrastructure worldwide.

Equal Opportunity

Bentley Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, religion or belief, national origin, caste, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.