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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DESCRIPTION
We're seeking an innovative Sr. UX Designer to join us in expanding Alexa's capabilities that help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. In this role, you'll work with a blend of visual and voice interfaces to help customers access the information and services they need to be at their best—transforming technology used at home and on the go into intuitive, personal experiences.
Key job responsibilities
In this role, you'll participate in the end-to-end design process for complex features and product. You'll develop early-stage concepts that help stakeholders and leaders deeply understand the customer experience while collaborating with engineers throughout the design process.
You'll routinely partner with designers across Alexa to both adopt and extend existing design systems. As you develop new patterns and uncover best practices, you'll contribute to Figma libraries and share what you've learned with your peers.
You will also be responsible for incorporating insights from relevant Alexa research, conducting hallway testing, and participating in user research to inform and validate your decisions.
Along the way, you'll partner with peer designers, product and tech owners, marketing, solutions architects, and business development to be sure the customer remains at the center of our decision-making. This role will provide opportunities to expand your skills, practice growing your influence, and delivering best-in-class experiences for both businesses and our customers.
A day in the life
In this role, you'll design net-new concepts that make life more enjoyable for our customers, dream up new ways of solving long-standing problems, and partner with solutions architects, tech teams, and business development to refine our product offerings and secure new commitments from our business partners. One week you might run user research to test how customers interpret and respond to the experience you're designing while another week you might partner with a solutions architect to build a working prototype for a conversational experience. No matter what, you'll operate with enough autonomy to grow and challenge yourself while being supported by a collaborative design team.
About the team
The Alexa Enterprise charter is to build and enable indispensable, frustration-free, Alexa experiences for enterprises worldwide – starting with digital entertainment, hotels and hospitality, aging, and healthcare. We build a portfolio of B2B2C software-as-a-service (SAAS) products that empower developers and enterprise companies to support their staff and delight their customers with Alexa. We also provide ready-made solutions that let device makers bring Alexa to their products with our Alexa Built-In program.
We serve world-class partners such as Samsung, LG, Bose, Disney, Wynn Resorts, Hard Rock Hotels, Atria Senior Living, Spanish Red Cross, and BayCare Hospitals. Our products have been featured in publications such as CNET and Forbes, and Amazon has celebrated our progress in its quarterly earnings highlights. Customers have told us: "You have saved lives" and "helped our residents connect with their families." Our team values work-life harmony and a diversity of lifestyles and family schedules. We love solving ambiguous problems for our customers by diving deep to understand our customers, Invent and Simplify, Think Big, Deliver Results, and Earn Trust.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of design experience
- Have an available online portfolio
- Experience working with stakeholders to plan and execute programs that are strategic in nature
- Experience in delivering design solutions for projects of large scope and complexity
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with UX design of complex workflows
- Experience acquiring user data (e.g., conducting usability studies, performing user research) and creating personas and journey maps
- Experience defining and maintaining design patterns and UX standards
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, San Francisco - 156,400.00 - 211,600.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
We're seeking an innovative Sr. UX Designer to join us in expanding Alexa's capabilities that help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. In this role, you'll work with a blend of visual and voice interfaces to help customers access the information and services they need to be at their best—transforming technology used at home and on the go into intuitive, personal experiences.
Key job responsibilities
In this role, you'll participate in the end-to-end design process for complex features and product. You'll develop early-stage concepts that help stakeholders and leaders deeply understand the customer experience while collaborating with engineers throughout the design process.
You'll routinely partner with designers across Alexa to both adopt and extend existing design systems. As you develop new patterns and uncover best practices, you'll contribute to Figma libraries and share what you've learned with your peers.
You will also be responsible for incorporating insights from relevant Alexa research, conducting hallway testing, and participating in user research to inform and validate your decisions.
Along the way, you'll partner with peer designers, product and tech owners, marketing, solutions architects, and business development to be sure the customer remains at the center of our decision-making. This role will provide opportunities to expand your skills, practice growing your influence, and delivering best-in-class experiences for both businesses and our customers.
A day in the life
In this role, you'll design net-new concepts that make life more enjoyable for our customers, dream up new ways of solving long-standing problems, and partner with solutions architects, tech teams, and business development to refine our product offerings and secure new commitments from our business partners. One week you might run user research to test how customers interpret and respond to the experience you're designing while another week you might partner with a solutions architect to build a working prototype for a conversational experience. No matter what, you'll operate with enough autonomy to grow and challenge yourself while being supported by a collaborative design team.
About the team
The Alexa Enterprise charter is to build and enable indispensable, frustration-free, Alexa experiences for enterprises worldwide – starting with digital entertainment, hotels and hospitality, aging, and healthcare. We build a portfolio of B2B2C software-as-a-service (SAAS) products that empower developers and enterprise companies to support their staff and delight their customers with Alexa. We also provide ready-made solutions that let device makers bring Alexa to their products with our Alexa Built-In program.
We serve world-class partners such as Samsung, LG, Bose, Disney, Wynn Resorts, Hard Rock Hotels, Atria Senior Living, Spanish Red Cross, and BayCare Hospitals. Our products have been featured in publications such as CNET and Forbes, and Amazon has celebrated our progress in its quarterly earnings highlights. Customers have told us: "You have saved lives" and "helped our residents connect with their families." Our team values work-life harmony and a diversity of lifestyles and family schedules. We love solving ambiguous problems for our customers by diving deep to understand our customers, Invent and Simplify, Think Big, Deliver Results, and Earn Trust.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of design experience
- Have an available online portfolio
- Experience working with stakeholders to plan and execute programs that are strategic in nature
- Experience in delivering design solutions for projects of large scope and complexity
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with UX design of complex workflows
- Experience acquiring user data (e.g., conducting usability studies, performing user research) and creating personas and journey maps
- Experience defining and maintaining design patterns and UX standards
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, San Francisco - 156,400.00 - 211,600.00 USD annually
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Who's Hiring
- Apple16
- Adobe15
- TikTok11
- Intuit10
- Amazon9
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software165
- Banking & Financial Services20
- Consulting & Professional Services17
- Electronics & Hardware13
- Investment & Asset Management9
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 Apple, Adobe, and TikTok, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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, San Jose, 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 35% of user experience designer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 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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