At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.
Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.
We’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries - from the bottom of the oceans to the depths of space and cyberspace - and from manufacturing to engineering, we work together to build a future we can all trust.
Imperva, a Thales company, is a globally recognized cybersecurity leader, dedicated to securing data and applications across diverse environments. Our cutting-edge solutions empower organizations to safeguard their most critical assets, ensuring robust protection against emerging threats.
UX Manager
Company Overview
We are a leading enterprise software company dedicated to creating innovative, user-centered digital solutions that transform how businesses operate and collaborate.
Lately Thales acquired Imperva and became a Top 5 Cyber Security Global Leader. Imperva as a Thales Company helps organizations protect critical applications, APIs, and data, anywhere, at scale, and with the highest ROI. Our solutions proactively identify, evaluate, and eliminate current and emerging threats, ensuring organizations can innovate for their customers without compromising security. Globally, we prevent 89.71 billion attacks monthly, analyze 2.6 trillion requests monthly, and monitor threats in 184 countries.
In Israel, we operate two offices (Tel Aviv and Rehovot) with more than 600 employees.
We work in a Hybrid Model from home and from the office and We have been recognized as one of the Best 50 high-tech companies to work for in Israel 2023 by Dun & Bradstreet!
UX Manager
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced UX Manager to lead our design team in creating exceptional user experience for complex enterprise software solutions. The ideal candidate will combine strategic design leadership with hands-on design expertise, driving user-centered design across our product portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a team of UX designers, providing strategic guidance and professional development
- Develop and implement a comprehensive UX design strategy aligned with company goals and product roadmaps
- Collaborate closely with product management, engineering, and business stakeholders to define and execute design vision
- Conduct and oversee user research, including user interviews, usability testing, and comprehensive user experience analysis
- Create and maintain design systems and design language standards across enterprise software products
- Establish and track UX performance metrics and key design KPIs
- Manage design workflow, ensuring efficient process and high-quality design outputs
- Represent design perspective in cross-functional product development meetings
- Advocate for user needs and translate complex business requirements into intuitive design solutions
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field
- 7+ years of UX design experience, with at least 3 years in a management role
- Proven track record of designing enterprise software and complex B2B digital products
- Strong portfolio demonstrating strategic design thinking and execution
- Advanced proficiency in design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD)
- Experience with design systems and component libraries
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills
- Ability to mentor junior designers and foster a collaborative design culture
Technical Skills:
- Advanced prototyping and wireframing
- User research methodologies
- Design thinking frameworks
- Interaction design principles
- Information architecture
- Accessibility design standards
- User journey mapping
- Competitive design analysis
Soft Skills:
- Strategic design leadership
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Empathy and user advocacy
- Adaptability in fast-changing tech environments
- Clear communication across technical and non-technical teams
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in design or HCI
- Previous experience in SaaS or cloud enterprise software design
- Certification in UX design or design management
- Knowledge of agile product development methodologies
- Experience with AI/ML interface design
Work Environment
- Collaborative, innovative tech environment
- Hybrid work model (combination of remote and in-office work)
- State-of-the-art design and collaboration tools
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit:
- Comprehensive resume
- Detailed design portfolio
- Cover letter explaining design philosophy
- References from previous design leadership roles
Imperva as a Thales company champions inclusion, and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at talentacquisition@us.thalesgroup.com.
Thales, champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
