Product Designer
Many know us as the most trusted way to send money to friends and family overseas and across borders, but we're much more than that.
Our talented teams around the world are building new ways to send, save and spend money. Wherever you are in the world, in whatever currency you choose, we're evolving our services to meet the demands of tomorrow.
We're here for what's next. When our teams make more financial services accessible to people everywhere, we help more people prosper, transforming lives and communities.
Job Description
JR0125821
Product Designer – Denver, CO
Are you a rising design leader eager to make a global impact? Do you thrive on solving complex design challenges and crafting seamless digital experiences that reach millions worldwide? If you’re ready to elevate your career and shape the future of money movement, Western Union is the place for you.
Western Union powers your pursuit
The UX Designer creates intuitive and compelling user experiences by applying design thinking methodologies to solve complex product challenges. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to translate user needs and business requirements into thoughtful design solutions. The UX Designer contributes to all phases of the product development lifecycle, from research and ideation to implementation and refinement.
Role Responsibilities
- Design user-centered experiences across multiple platforms, balancing usability with visual aesthetics
- Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and validate solutions
- Create wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups that effectively communicate design intent
- Collaborate with product managers to understand requirements and engineers to ensure feasible implementation
- Apply and contribute to design systems while maintaining consistency across products
- Identify opportunities for product improvements through user insights and analytics
- Present design concepts clearly, articulating rationale and incorporating feedback iteratively
- Stay current with emerging UX trends, tools, and methodologies
Role Requirements
- 2-3 years of UX design experience in product-focused environments
- Proficiency with modern design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, etc.)
- Strong portfolio demonstrating problem-solving skills and design process
- Experience conducting user research and applying insights to design decisions
- Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design principles
- Familiarity with design systems and component-based design approaches
- Knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) beneficial but not required
- Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field; equivalent experience considered
We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next.
Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.
Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at Western Union Careers
Salary
The base salary range is $60,000-$90,000 per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary plus short-term incentives that align with individual and company performance.
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (Global Benefits)
Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your United States – Specific Benefits Include
- Flexible Time off
- Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Student Loan Repayment (below manager level only)
- Parental Leave
- One day volunteer time off
- $0 Money Transfer Fee Discount Code – Quarterly
- Recognition Program “Game Changers”
- Employee Discount Program
- Global Adoption Assistance
- Global Scholarship Awards Program
- 4% Western Union Contribution to 401K
Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.
Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.
For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
Estimated Job Posting End Date
07-25-2025
This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.
