User Experience Designer Jobs in California
User Experience Designer jobs in California are among the most active in the nation, concentrated in the technology, entertainment, fintech, and health tech sectors at levels from entry-level through principal and staff designer. San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego lead hiring volume, with major employers like Google, Apple, and Adobe maintaining large UX teams across California offices. The most in-demand specialties are product design, UX research, and interaction design for mobile and enterprise platforms. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What you'll do...
As a Senior visual designer you will define the visual voice for Walmart's highest-stakes, highest visibility moments. You bring exceptional visual, typographic, editorial, and motion craft — and the pragmatic production discipline to deliver work fast — alongside the executive presence to operate comfortably with executive feedback, shaping narratives and influencing decisions. You set the standard for communications design across the enterprise, working with autonomy, authority, and a relentless commitment to world-class craft.About the team:
The Global Design Systems team develops and maintains standards that enhance experiences across Walmart’s products and services worldwide. This team creates engaging digital solutions for customers, associates, and partners in various environments, including home, stores, and mobile platforms. Their work spans a broad portfolio, from consumer-facing platforms to supply chain applications. In this role, you will support associates by delivering systems that enable faster, more confident decision-making, contributing to seamless and efficient user experiences throughout Walmart’s extensive ecosystem.
*Immigration Sponsorship support is NOT available for this role*
What you'll do:
Visual identity & craft
- Define and lead visual and editorial identity for the highest-visibility org-level communications: executive presentations, events, and all-hands.
- Set art direction at world-class standards: typography, layout, editorial systems, and motion that are refined, expressive, and authoritative.
Production & delivery
- Deliver production-ready assets and support end-to-end delivery for events.
- Architect reusable templates, editorial frameworks, and toolkits that enable consistent outputs by non-designers across the enterprise.
- Serve as a trusted visual design partner for executives, translating strategy into compelling visual narratives.
- Define standards and craft guidelines; mentor and elevate the broader design community.
What you'll bring:
- Strong experience in graphic/visual design, brand identity, motion design, or studio/agency art direction.
- Portfolio demonstrating world class typography, editorial design, brand systems, executive communications, and motion.
- Advanced craft across typographic systems, layout, color, iconography, and motion.
- Proven ability to build relationships and influence leaders.
- Strong production discipline: Figma, After Effects (or equivalent), Powerpoint, clean file systems and documentation.
- Experience building templates and reusable visual toolkits for large, complex organizations.
- Background in event/streaming, stage, or broadcast graphics.
- Familiarity with accessibility, localization, and front-end constraints.
- Comfort working within and extending design systems; experience applying brand standards across communication formats.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00 - $234,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in UI/UX design, graphic design, visual communication, product design, computer science, information technology, or related area and 3 years’ experience in UI/UX, interactive and visual design, electronics art, multimedia design, or related area. Option 2: 5 years’ experience in UI/UX, interactive and visual design, electronics art, multimedia design, or related area.Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Design certification (for example, IDEOU - Foundations in Design Thinking Certificate), Driving product development in a user experience area, Master's degree in UI/UX Design, Interactive and Visual Design, Product Design, or related area, Related industry experience (for example, retail, supply chain, eCommerce, healthcare), UI/UX, Interactive and Visual Design, Electronics Art, Multimedia Design, or related area, We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.Primary Location...
850 Cherry Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066-3031, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.Position Summary...
What you'll do...
As a Senior visual designer you will define the visual voice for Walmart's highest-stakes, highest visibility moments. You bring exceptional visual, typographic, editorial, and motion craft — and the pragmatic production discipline to deliver work fast — alongside the executive presence to operate comfortably with executive feedback, shaping narratives and influencing decisions. You set the standard for communications design across the enterprise, working with autonomy, authority, and a relentless commitment to world-class craft.About the team:
The Global Design Systems team develops and maintains standards that enhance experiences across Walmart’s products and services worldwide. This team creates engaging digital solutions for customers, associates, and partners in various environments, including home, stores, and mobile platforms. Their work spans a broad portfolio, from consumer-facing platforms to supply chain applications. In this role, you will support associates by delivering systems that enable faster, more confident decision-making, contributing to seamless and efficient user experiences throughout Walmart’s extensive ecosystem.
*Immigration Sponsorship support is NOT available for this role*
What you'll do:
Visual identity & craft
- Define and lead visual and editorial identity for the highest-visibility org-level communications: executive presentations, events, and all-hands.
- Set art direction at world-class standards: typography, layout, editorial systems, and motion that are refined, expressive, and authoritative.
Production & delivery
- Deliver production-ready assets and support end-to-end delivery for events.
- Architect reusable templates, editorial frameworks, and toolkits that enable consistent outputs by non-designers across the enterprise.
- Serve as a trusted visual design partner for executives, translating strategy into compelling visual narratives.
- Define standards and craft guidelines; mentor and elevate the broader design community.
What you'll bring:
- Strong experience in graphic/visual design, brand identity, motion design, or studio/agency art direction.
- Portfolio demonstrating world class typography, editorial design, brand systems, executive communications, and motion.
- Advanced craft across typographic systems, layout, color, iconography, and motion.
- Proven ability to build relationships and influence leaders.
- Strong production discipline: Figma, After Effects (or equivalent), Powerpoint, clean file systems and documentation.
- Experience building templates and reusable visual toolkits for large, complex organizations.
- Background in event/streaming, stage, or broadcast graphics.
- Familiarity with accessibility, localization, and front-end constraints.
- Comfort working within and extending design systems; experience applying brand standards across communication formats.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00 - $234,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Stock
ㅤ
ㅤ
ㅤ
ㅤ
Minimum Qualifications...
Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in UI/UX design, graphic design, visual communication, product design, computer science, information technology, or related area and 3 years’ experience in UI/UX, interactive and visual design, electronics art, multimedia design, or related area. Option 2: 5 years’ experience in UI/UX, interactive and visual design, electronics art, multimedia design, or related area.Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Design certification (for example, IDEOU - Foundations in Design Thinking Certificate), Driving product development in a user experience area, Master's degree in UI/UX Design, Interactive and Visual Design, Product Design, or related area, Related industry experience (for example, retail, supply chain, eCommerce, healthcare), UI/UX, Interactive and Visual Design, Electronics Art, Multimedia Design, or related area, We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.Primary Location...
850 Cherry Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066-3031, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.See All 58 User Experience Designer Jobs in California
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User Experience Designer Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon10
- Google5
- Tesla4
- Amazon Web Services4
- Walmart3
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software11
- Retail2
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces2
- Music1
- Manufacturing1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in user experience designer jobs across California.
- Portfolio demonstrating end-to-end UX process from research through high-fidelity prototypes
- Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD for wireframing and interactive prototyping
- Bachelor's degree in interaction design, human-computer interaction, or a related field
- Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and synthesizing qualitative findings
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders
- Familiarity with accessibility standards including WCAG 2.1 guidelines and inclusive design principles
User Experience Designer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a user experience designer in California?
User experience design has no state-issued license in California, so the path centers on education, portfolio, and skills. Most California employers expect a bachelor's degree in interaction design, human-computer interaction, graphic design, or a related field, though bootcamp graduates and self-taught designers are hired when their portfolios are strong. Building a portfolio with case studies that show research, wireframes, and final outcomes is the most critical step before applying.
How much do user experience designers make in California?
User experience designers in California earn a median of about $137,780 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,500 for the lowest 10% to over $249,210 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire user experience designers in California?
Employers hiring user experience designers in California right now include Amazon, Google, and Tesla, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, streaming platforms, and health tech companies means UX roles are spread across both large consumer-product firms and fast-growing startups throughout the Bay Area and greater Los Angeles.
Which California cities have the most user experience designer jobs?
San Francisco, Sunnyvale, and Los Angeles have the most user experience designer openings in California. The Bay Area leads because of its density of technology product companies headquartered there, Los Angeles draws volume from entertainment, streaming, and ad-tech firms, and San Diego contributes through its growing biotech and defense-technology sectors, each of which has invested heavily in digital product teams.
Are there remote user experience designer jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 19% of user experience designer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how naturally the work fits distributed collaboration tools. UX research and strategy roles tend to be the most fully remote, while roles requiring frequent in-person design sprints or on-site stakeholder sessions more often require a hybrid schedule.
How can I get hired as a user experience designer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing an associate or junior UX designer role by leading with a portfolio built through academic projects, freelance work, or redesign case studies. Large California technology employers including those in the Bay Area and Los Angeles frequently hire new graduates into rotational product design programs or UX research coordinator roles. Adjacent positions like UX writer, content strategist, or visual designer are also common lateral moves. Completing a recognized interaction design certificate and achieving WCAG accessibility familiarity gives candidates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to user experience designer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to user experience designer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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