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About the Role

Lead the user experience strategy for our data analytics and reporting platform, overseeing the creation of elegant, high-fidelity dashboards and applications that transform complex data into actionable insights for executives and decision-makers. Bridge the Data & AI department and the business to translate unified data into actionable analytics, executive-grade dashboards, and institutional-quality visualizations.

Responsibilities

Define and execute comprehensive UX/UI strategy for data analytics and reporting platform.
Establish and evangelize a set of UX patterns and visualization best practices across all tools.
Establish design systems, component libraries, and patterns that enable consistent, scalable dashboard creation.
Champion user-centric design principles and advocate for usability across all platform interfaces.
Design and deliver executive-level dashboards for firmwide visibility.
Develop interactive analytical applications for deal rooms, scenario modeling, and portfolio deep-dives.
Design compelling, intuitive data visualizations that communicate complex insights clearly and effectively.
Apply data visualization best practices: appropriate chart types, color theory, typography, and visual hierarchy.
Create interactive visualizations with drill-down capabilities, filtering, and exploration features.
Design mobile-friendly visualizations that maintain clarity and interactivity on smaller screens.
Lead Power BI dashboard design and development for enterprise-scale reporting.
Build reusable Power BI templates and patterns for common reporting scenarios.
Implement Power BI best practices: DAX optimization, performance tuning, row-level security.
Design governance framework: naming conventions, data model standards, and dashboard review processes.
Create Power BI Center of Excellence: documentation, training materials, and support for dashboard creators.
Partner with data engineering to optimize data models for analytics and reporting.
Design and develop custom executive dashboards using React or Angular with TypeScript.
Build high-fidelity, pixel-perfect interfaces that meet premium design standards.
Implement responsive design: seamless experiences across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
Create interactive charts and visualizations using D3.js, ECharts, or similar libraries.
Implement real-time data updates and WebSocket integration for live dashboards.
Build custom UI components and design system documentation.
Ensure performance optimization: lazy loading, code splitting, and efficient rendering.
Optimize dashboard loading times and render performance.
Implement client-side caching strategies and data pagination.
Monitor frontend performance metrics and identify optimization opportunities.
Partner with backend teams to optimize APIs for analytics queries.
Implement role-based access control for dashboards and data visibility.
Ensure data security in transit and at rest for sensitive analytics.
Comply with firm information security guidelines and data classification standards.
Implement audit logging for dashboard access and data exports.
Partner with Infosec and Compliance on security assessments and requirements.
Create comprehensive documentation and help content for dashboards and tools.
Develop training materials and conduct user onboarding sessions.
Establish feedback channels and gather user requests for continuous improvement.
Support analytics and reporting teams with technical guidance and best practices.
Stay ahead of the curve on data visualization trends, BI tooling, and analytical best practices.
Partner with Data Products team on data access and integration requirements.
Work with business stakeholders to understand reporting needs and prioritize development.
Lead design reviews and establish quality standards across all dashboards and applications.

Requirements

7+ years of UX/UI design and development experience, with 3+ years in leadership roles.
5+ years of hands-on experience with data visualization and analytics dashboards.
Expert-level proficiency in Power BI: dashboard design, DAX, performance optimization, and governance.
Strong proficiency in React or Angular with TypeScript for building custom web applications.
Expert knowledge of data visualization libraries: D3.js, ECharts, Plotly, or similar.
Experience building responsive, mobile-friendly interfaces (CSS/SCSS, media queries, progressive enhancement).
Proficiency with design tools: Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar prototyping platforms.
Strong understanding of UX/UI principles, information architecture, and usability best practices.
Experience creating design systems and maintaining component libraries.
Knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript ES6+.
Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1) and inclusive design.
Demonstrated ability to manage projects, mentor team members, and communicate across disciplines.
Portfolio demonstrating high-fidelity dashboard designs and custom web applications.
Experience in financial services, private equity, or alternative assets.
Experience with Sigma Computing, Superset, or similar self-service BI tools.
Knowledge of data visualization for specific domains (financial analysis, portfolio management, risk analytics).
Experience with REST APIs and integrating frontend with backend services.
Experience with front-end build tools: Webpack, Vite, or similar.
Knowledge of component libraries: Material UI, Bootstrap, or Ant Design.
Experience with testing frameworks: Jest, Cypress, or similar for UI testing.
Understanding of backend technologies and SQL for writing data-driven queries.
Experience with agile development and sprint planning.

Skills

Data Visualization
Interactive Design
Web Application Development
Power BI
React
Angular
TypeScript
Streamlit
Dash
D3.js
ECharts
Plotly
CSS/SCSS
Media Queries
Progressive Enhancement
Figma
Sketch
Adobe XD
HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript ES6+
WCAG 2.1
Sigma Computing
Superset
REST APIs
Webpack
Vite
Material UI
Bootstrap
Ant Design
Jest
Cypress
SQL

Location

Remote

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Vice President
7+ years of UX/UI design and development experience
3+ years in leadership roles
5+ years of hands-on experience with data visualization and analytics dashboards

Salary/Compensations

$200,000 - $240,000

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans
401(k) program with company match
Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA)
Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution
Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit
Access to a world-class medical advisory team
Mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry
Mindfulness and wellbeing app
Financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor
New parent leave
Reproductive and adoption assistance
Emergency backup care
Matching gift program
Education sponsorship program

About the Company

Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture.
Our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future.
Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.