Product Designer at Abbott

Alameda, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Design / Human Factors or related field, with minimum of 6 years relevant work experience
A sophisticated design sensibility with a refined eye for UI patterns, visual hierarchy, and strong visual execution — including layout, typography, color, and micro interactions
Experience in creating, evolving, and maintaining design systems to ensure a cohesive and scalable visual language across all product surfaces and platforms
A robust portfolio showcasing recent work, especially consumer products, with clear evidence of the impact of design decisions
Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite
Ability to translate business goals and audience needs into impactful designs, from concept to final execution
Strong prototyping and animation skills across devices

Responsibilities

Craft intuitive, elegant, and responsive UI designs for web applications across mobile, web, and other devices
Work closely with other designers, product managers, researchers, marketers and engineers to ensure solutions are simple, and scalable, while maintaining design integrity
Build and maintain design systems that foster consistency and efficiency while allowing creativity to thrive
Stay ahead of how the field of product design is evolving, bringing fresh ideas and effective approaches to every project
Prototype and iterate based on feedback, focusing on the smallest of details to perfect interactions and visuals
Ensure every pixel has purpose, delivering visual work that aligns with the brand and speaks to users on an emotional level
Lead design critiques and engage directly with our audiences to continuously receive feedback and refine your work

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Product DesignUX DesignUI DesignInteraction DesignVisual DesignUser ResearchPrototypingDigital Health

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Abbott offer?

Abbott provides free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan, an excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution, tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit.

Is this position remote or onsite?

This position works out of Abbott's Alameda, CA or Milpitas, CA locations.

What skills are required for the Product Designer role?

Key skills include crafting intuitive UI designs for web, mobile, and other devices, building and maintaining design systems, prototyping and iterating based on feedback, and collaborating with designers, product managers, researchers, marketers, and engineers.

What is the company culture like at Abbott?

Abbott emphasizes doing work that matters, personal growth, caring for yourself and family, being your true self, career development in an international company, and is recognized as a great place to work, one of the most admired companies, and best for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

What makes a strong candidate for this Product Designer position?

A strong candidate will have design sensibility, visionary creativity, ability to translate complex human needs into impactful digital solutions, and experience in human-centered design for digital health products.

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters

1888Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees