UX Design Lead

Role Summary

UX Design Lead responsible for architecting AI-powered experiences that simplify complex scientific workflows and drive innovation within Sanofi's R&D digital ecosystem. Lead the design of intuitive, data-driven interfaces enabling timely, informed decision-making across the global R&D ecosystem. Collaborate with strategists, designers, and engineers to accelerate scientific breakthroughs and enhance cross-functional collaboration through user-centric design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of user-centric design strategies across Sanofi’s R&D digital solutions.
• Architect end-to-end user journeys that integrate SaaS platforms into a cohesive digital ecosystem.
• Translate complex scientific workflows into intuitive, actionable design solutions.
• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and CX Strategy teams to deliver scalable, unified experiences.
• Guide all phases of UX design: research synthesis, ideation, prototyping, specification, and implementation.
• Define and maintain interaction and UI design standards and patterns across platforms.
• Advocate for design excellence and consistency across teams and stakeholder groups.
• Drive continuous improvement in design processes, tools, and operational execution.
• Lead design reviews and mentor freelance and junior designers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (6+ years) in creating and executing design strategies for digital products.
• Expert in interaction design, human-centered design, and design systems.
• Strong storytelling and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proficient in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, InVision, Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and platform guidelines (iOS, Android).
• Experience working in Agile or Lean environments.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in a relevant field is a plus.
• Experience in pharma or health tech is a plus.

Skills

• UX design leadership
• Design strategy and systems
• Stakeholder influence and communication
• Prototyping and design tooling
• Web technologies and platform guidelines
• Agile/Lean methodology

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree a plus