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UI Designer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a design-related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian designers can pursue opportunities year-round. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application before your consulate interview.
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Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB
- This job is a member of the Digital Customer Experience team within the Customer Experience Organization at American Airlines. We're a multidisciplinary UX team that drives the user experience for our customer and employee-facing applications.
- In this position, you'll work within a cross-functional team where you'll influence product and design decisions with ownership of initiatives from inception through implementation. This role can sit in the product focused on delivering value to product teams or in Design Operations focused on standards and process to scale design across the enterprise.
- You'll get to showcase your passion for design by infusing it in the product ecosystem and customer journey.
This list is intended to reflect the current job, but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate, observing any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
- Influence leadership and set a creative vision that makes travel easy for our customers and employees and enables design at scale.
- Forge strong partnership with our design systems team to define standards, process, and governance for reuse and efficiency.
- Present work clearly and compellingly to stakeholders, leveraging storytelling and presentation skills.
- Mentor and give constructive feedback that empowers designers of all levels to create data-driven and customer centric designs.
- Manage interdependencies in collaboration with UX leaders and peers (60+) to maintain consistent digital experiences across channels.
- Conceptualize and develop design strategies and solutions, and lead ideation and concept exploration activities.
- Champion accessibility and inclusive design.
- Manage design tool updates, vendor relationships and advocate for funding to ensure our team has the right toolset.
- Streamline design processes at scale and maintain regularly occurring meetings to foster design quality (design reviews, office hours, etc.)
- Stay up to date on the latest design and technology trends for all form factors and identify opportunities for innovation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in visual communication / design, interactive design, human computer interaction or other related discipline, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years as a UX creative practitioner with a proven track record at large or highly matrixed organizations
- Experience working closely with engineers from inception through implementation in an agile environment
- Experience collaborating effectively across disciplines, product lines, roles, geographical and time zone boundaries
- Knowledge and proficiency using remote unmoderated testing tools and moderated testing devices and platforms
- Experience in responsive, adaptive and accessible designs
- Experience with design for mobile app (iOS and Android), desktop, and web applications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in human computer interaction, human factors engineering, computer science, visual design, library sciences or other related discipline, or equivalent experience or training
- 10 years as a UX creative practitioner with a proven track record at large enterprises or highly matrixed organizations
- Experience working on enterprise design systems
- Advocate for building great user experiences and solving customer problems to create business value
SKILLS, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
- Expert user of design and prototyping tools (Figma, Adobe CC, etc.)
- Understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and other frontend development languages
- Accessibility best practices: WCAG 2.0+ AA compliance, localization, inclusive design
- Ability to document components and patterns of a design system and make design choices at scale
- Advanced analytical skills dealing with complex data problems and implementing sustainable solutions
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to label, classify and intelligently build flows and wireframes for complex computer applications
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and communicate effectively with non-technical users
- Knowledge and proficiency using remote unmoderated testing tools and moderated testing devices and platforms for both qualitative and quantitative research methods
- Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and a solid grasp of trends in web and app design
- Familiarity with emerging technology such as generative AI and spatial computing
- Proficiency in using project management tools (Rally, Jira, Aha!, etc.) to track progress and report status
- Storytelling and presentation skills to effectively communicate design decisions
- Ability to express design principles and rationale to generate consensus and achieve cohesive experiences for our customers and employees
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
- Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
- Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
- Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
- 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
- Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.
FEEL FREE TO BE YOURSELF AT AMERICAN
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.
INTRODUCTION
Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB
- This job is a member of the Digital Customer Experience team within the Customer Experience Organization at American Airlines. We're a multidisciplinary UX team that drives the user experience for our customer and employee-facing applications.
- In this position, you'll work within a cross-functional team where you'll influence product and design decisions with ownership of initiatives from inception through implementation. This role can sit in the product focused on delivering value to product teams or in Design Operations focused on standards and process to scale design across the enterprise.
- You'll get to showcase your passion for design by infusing it in the product ecosystem and customer journey.
This list is intended to reflect the current job, but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate, observing any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
- Influence leadership and set a creative vision that makes travel easy for our customers and employees and enables design at scale.
- Forge strong partnership with our design systems team to define standards, process, and governance for reuse and efficiency.
- Present work clearly and compellingly to stakeholders, leveraging storytelling and presentation skills.
- Mentor and give constructive feedback that empowers designers of all levels to create data-driven and customer centric designs.
- Manage interdependencies in collaboration with UX leaders and peers (60+) to maintain consistent digital experiences across channels.
- Conceptualize and develop design strategies and solutions, and lead ideation and concept exploration activities.
- Champion accessibility and inclusive design.
- Manage design tool updates, vendor relationships and advocate for funding to ensure our team has the right toolset.
- Streamline design processes at scale and maintain regularly occurring meetings to foster design quality (design reviews, office hours, etc.)
- Stay up to date on the latest design and technology trends for all form factors and identify opportunities for innovation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in visual communication / design, interactive design, human computer interaction or other related discipline, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years as a UX creative practitioner with a proven track record at large or highly matrixed organizations
- Experience working closely with engineers from inception through implementation in an agile environment
- Experience collaborating effectively across disciplines, product lines, roles, geographical and time zone boundaries
- Knowledge and proficiency using remote unmoderated testing tools and moderated testing devices and platforms
- Experience in responsive, adaptive and accessible designs
- Experience with design for mobile app (iOS and Android), desktop, and web applications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in human computer interaction, human factors engineering, computer science, visual design, library sciences or other related discipline, or equivalent experience or training
- 10 years as a UX creative practitioner with a proven track record at large enterprises or highly matrixed organizations
- Experience working on enterprise design systems
- Advocate for building great user experiences and solving customer problems to create business value
SKILLS, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
- Expert user of design and prototyping tools (Figma, Adobe CC, etc.)
- Understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and other frontend development languages
- Accessibility best practices: WCAG 2.0+ AA compliance, localization, inclusive design
- Ability to document components and patterns of a design system and make design choices at scale
- Advanced analytical skills dealing with complex data problems and implementing sustainable solutions
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to label, classify and intelligently build flows and wireframes for complex computer applications
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and communicate effectively with non-technical users
- Knowledge and proficiency using remote unmoderated testing tools and moderated testing devices and platforms for both qualitative and quantitative research methods
- Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and a solid grasp of trends in web and app design
- Familiarity with emerging technology such as generative AI and spatial computing
- Proficiency in using project management tools (Rally, Jira, Aha!, etc.) to track progress and report status
- Storytelling and presentation skills to effectively communicate design decisions
- Ability to express design principles and rationale to generate consensus and achieve cohesive experiences for our customers and employees
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
- Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
- Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
- Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
- 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
- Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.
FEEL FREE TO BE YOURSELF AT AMERICAN
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an UI Designer
Verify your degree field matches the role
E-3 visa requires your qualification to align with the specific job, not just any bachelor's degree. A degree in graphic design, interaction design, or HCI directly supports a UI Designer LCA. Visual arts or communications degrees may require additional documentation to establish equivalency.
Target employers with dedicated design teams
Companies with in-house design systems teams file LCAs more readily than agencies or consultancies that staff projects ad hoc. Product-led tech companies, enterprise SaaS businesses, and fintech firms regularly sponsor UI roles because design is core to their product function.
Build a portfolio that documents process, not just output
U.S. hiring managers evaluating E-3 candidates want evidence that the role requires specialized knowledge. Case studies showing UX research synthesis, design system architecture, and stakeholder decision-making strengthen the specialty occupation argument your employer will need to support.
Ask about LCA timing before accepting an offer
Your employer must file and receive a certified LCA from DOL before you can schedule your consulate interview. Typical DOL certification runs seven business days. Confirm your employer understands this step and has either done it before or has HR support ready.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage your paperwork
Once you have an offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles LCA preparation, I-129 if required, and consulate document preparation end-to-end. This avoids the common delay of employers unfamiliar with E-3 requirements stalling the process after an offer is signed.
Prepare your DS-160 with accurate employment details
The DS-160 asks for your job title, employer address, and a description of duties. Use the exact job title from your offer letter and LCA. Mismatches between your DS-160 entries and your LCA are a routine cause of additional administrative processing at Australian consulates.
E-3 Visa UI Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find UI Designer jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for UI Designer roles where employers have E-3 sponsorship history. Most general job searches don't filter by visa type, so you end up approaching employers who have never filed an LCA. Searching through Migrate Mate surfaces roles where sponsorship is already part of the hiring conversation.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a UI Designer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a design-related field such as interaction design, graphic design, or human-computer interaction. Roles where any degree field is acceptable, or where the employer lists a degree as preferred rather than required, can create problems during LCA review. Your offer letter and job description need to reflect a degree requirement tied to the specific discipline.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian UI Designers?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply at any time of year without waiting for a random selection. H-1B visa registrations open once annually and are capped at 85,000, with selection by lottery. For Australian designers, the E-3 is a direct path. The underlying specialty occupation standard is the same for both visa types, so a qualifying UI Designer role works for either.
Can I switch employers after arriving in the U.S. on an E-3?
Yes, but you need a new LCA certified by DOL and a new visa stamp or an approved change of employer before you start with the new company. You can't simply transfer your existing E-3 to a new employer the way some other visa holders can port their status. Starting the new LCA process as early as possible after accepting a new offer avoids gaps in your work authorization.