Kongsberg Maritime – Technology Division

The Technology Platforms unit within the Technology division is at the forefront of innovation, shaping the foundations for our products and services through strategic platform leadership and technological advancement.

We are seeking a visionary Director of Experience Design to lead our design and innovation efforts across technology platforms. This role will be instrumental in driving Customer Experience (CX) and User Experience (UX) results including research, processes, communication, implementing user-centered design strategies, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and elevating the overall experience of our digital and physical products.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and evolve KM’s Experience Design strategy across technology platforms, ensuring consistency, usability, and innovation across more than 250 products.
• Own and develop KM’s design systems, processes, and guidelines, including the Waves Design System, ensuring seamless integration with development workflows and scalable, cohesive design practices.
• Champion transparency and knowledge management across design and development teams, enabling shared understanding and continuous improvement.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing, multidisciplinary team with expertise in UX/UI Design, Human Factors, Industrial Design, Systems-Oriented Design (SOD), and 3D/Virtual Experience Design.
• Drive strategic alignment and design commonality across KM’s product portfolio, working closely with product teams to ensure unified experience.
• Lead collaborative R&D initiatives with academic and industry partners, including institutions such as AHO (Oslo School of Architecture and Design) and Openbridge, to explore emerging design methodologies and technologies.
• Ensure data-driven design practices through user insights, operational data, and iterative testing.
• Represent KM in design and innovation forums, steering committees, and external partnerships.
• Develop and execute strategies for design-led IP creation and protection.

Qualifications and Experience

• MSc or equivalent in design, human-computer interaction, or a technology-related discipline.
• Proven leadership in experience design within complex technology environments.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating successful design outcomes across hardware and software platforms.
• Experience securing external funding and managing strategic partnerships.
• Deep understanding of Norwegian and EU innovation ecosystems.
• Excellent communication, storytelling, and presentation skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

This employment may require security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority. For more information visit www.nsm.no.

You Are Able To

• Develop and articulate a compelling design vision and translate it into actionable strategies.
• Inspire and guide multidisciplinary teams toward shared goals.
• Build and leverage networks to drive innovation and collaboration.
• Generate imaginative and impactful design solutions.
• Foster a culture of transparency, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible work arrangements, and strong development opportunities in an international environment. You’ll work in a safe, inspiring setting with the chance to shape sustainable and forward-looking solutions.

Work Location

Kongsberg, Horten, Ålesund or Lysaker

Point of Contact

Darren Murphy, Senior Vice President, Technology

At Kongsberg, we tackle challenging problems and deliver extreme performance for extreme conditions. We do this through world-class products and services, powered by people, technology, and dedication.

WORLD CLASS – through people, technology and dedication