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UX Designer Level Matrix

This matrix outlines the combination of skill levels that define the role levels within the UX Designer role.

UX Design Intern

Basic knowledge of the role and general interest and enthusiam about learning more.

Skill Level
Agile mindset Knowing
Communication Knowing
Team collaboration Knowing
Evidence- and context-based design Knowing
Working within constraints Knowing
Leadership and guidance Knowing
Prototyping Knowing
Strategic thinking Knowing
Human-centered Knowing
Inclusive design mindset Knowing

Junior UX Designer

A balance of working independently and working with guidance from more experienced team members. About a 50/50 split.

Skill Level
Agile mindset Knowing
Communication Applying
Team collaboration Applying
Evidence- and context-based design Knowing
Working within constraints Applying
Leadership and guidance Knowing
Prototyping Applying
Strategic thinking Knowing
Human-centered Applying
Inclusive design mindset Knowing

(Mid-Level) UX Designer

Solidly independent and sharing knowledge and experience with others that they can apply or adopt in their work. About a 50/50 split.

Skill Level
Agile mindset Applying
Communication Sharing
Team collaboration Sharing
Evidence- and context-based design Sharing
Working within constraints Applying
Leadership and guidance Applying
Prototyping Sharing
Strategic thinking Applying
Human-centered Sharing
Inclusive design mindset Sharing

Senior UX Designer

An experienced contributor guiding others with expert-level knowledge and experience in two or three skills. Sharing in nearly all others.

Skill Level
Agile mindset Sharing
Communication Sharing
Team collaboration Sharing
Evidence- and context-based design Applying
Working within constraints Guiding
Leadership and guidance Sharing
Prototyping Guiding
Strategic thinking Sharing
Human-centered Guiding
Inclusive design mindset Sharing

Lead UX Designer

A recognized leader, guiding others in best-practice in at least 70% of the skills.

Skill Level
Agile mindset Guiding
Communication Guiding
Team collaboration Sharing
Evidence- and context-based design Guiding
Working within constraints Sharing
Leadership and guidance Guiding
Prototyping Guiding
Strategic thinking Sharing
Human-centered Guiding
Inclusive design mindset Guiding