Product Designer Ii

At Microsoft 365 our mission is to empower every person to create communicate and bring their ideas to life through the suite of apps millions rely on every day We believe that clarity storytelling and expression lie at the core of productivity whether it s a presentation a document or a spreadsheet AI is unlocking a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine how people think express and achieve and this is your chance to harness its transformative power to shape the next era of productivity experiences at planet scale As a Product Designer II you ll help shape the next generation of productivity experiences reimagining how people get work done in the age of AI You ll turn deep user insights into end-to-end product journeys that balance emotional resonance with functional clarity crafting solutions that elevate how billions of people create and connect every day In this role you ll shape design concepts prototypes and detailed specifications that translate seamlessly into world-class experiences partnering closely with engineering product and research to align vision execution and impact Beyond shaping products you ll also help transform the design process itself building durable AI-powered tools and workflows that embody Microsoft s mission to become an AI-native organization where intelligence and craft come together to amplify human potential Microsoft s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more As employees we come together with a growth mindset innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals Each day we build on our values of respect integrity and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond Responsibilities Own and drive a product area end-to-end by bringing clarity to ambiguity managing timelines dependencies and deliverables with accountability and a bias for action Collaborate deeply across disciplines by working hand-in-hand with product managers engineers researchers and data scientists to define vision shape strategy and deliver cohesive high-quality experiences Champion craft and design excellence ensuring every interaction visual and flow embodies precision empathy and the signature quality users expect from Microsoft 365 Design for an AI-native world translating cutting-edge technology such as chat voice agentic workflows and contextual intelligence into intuitive human-centered experiences Stay ahead of emerging trends and technologies continuously exploring new interaction patterns and shaping the future of productivity through curiosity and experimentation Deliver with passion and purpose creating prototypes and narratives that inspire align and bring bold ideas to life for millions of users worldwide Lead through collaboration and execution navigating complexity and driving results through partnership perseverance and an unwavering commitment to innovation and impact Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor s Degree in Industrial Design Product Design Human Computer Interaction User Experience Interaction Design or related field AND 3 years experience working in product or service design OR equivalent experience e g demonstrated experience working in product or service design or using design thinking to solve problems A portfolio that tells a powerful story demonstrating end-to-end product thinking visual and interaction design excellence prototyping skill and the ability to translate user insights into elegant usable experiences Depth across the design craft with mastery in information architecture interaction patterns systems thinking and micro-interactions coupled with a sharp sense for usability coherence and detail Proven ability to drive complex design problems through cross-functional collaboration balancing creativity user insight data and execution to deliver high-impact experiences on time and at quality Other Requirements Ability to meet Microsoft customer and or government security screening requirements are required for this role These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings Microsoft Cloud Background Check This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire transfer and every two years thereafter Preferred Qualifications Master s degree in Industrial design Product Design Human Computer Interaction User Experience Interaction Design or related field AND 3 years experience working in product or service design OR Bachelor s Degree in Industrial Design Product Design Human Computer Interaction User Experience Interaction Design or related field AND 5 years experience working in product or service design OR equivalent experience e g demonstrated experience working in product or service design or using design thinking to solve problems 2 years experience shipping products services or games and or delivering to customers as a result of an end-to-end 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