Principal Product Designer

Overview

A leading US retailer seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Product Designer to join the team on a full-time basis. In this role, you’ll be responsible for shaping the vision for exceptional customer experiences while fostering a collaborative environment for cross-functional teams. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS/WEEK IN SAN BRUNO, CA

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design strategy for assigned programs, ensuring alignment with user needs and business goals.
• Champion inclusive and user-centered design through all phases of the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with design research to leverage user insights and inform design decisions.
• Facilitate design thinking workshops and effectively guide cross-functional teams through the design process.
• Craft compelling narratives and present design solutions with clarity and confidence to stakeholders at all levels.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to define a shared roadmap that balances business and technical considerations.
• Design high-fidelity experiences that are both beautiful and accessible to a broad range of users.
• Collaborate with the design system team to create and maintain scalable design components.
• Continuously learn and stay up-to-date with design trends across industries.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Possesses a strong design aesthetic that aligns with our brand identity and prioritizes inclusivity.
• Has a proven track record of successfully redesigning the navigation and information architecture of mobile apps used by millions. 
• Deep experience designing navigation for ecommerce websites and mobile apps used by millions.
• Demonstrates a strategic mindset and excels at simplifying complexity through systems thinking.
• Thrives in dynamic environments, adapts to shifting priorities, and delivers high-quality work within deadlines.
• Has extensive experience facilitating design thinking workshops and fostering collaboration.
• Is comfortable navigating ambiguity, motivating teams, and leading by example.
• Enjoys coaching and mentoring junior designers, fostering a positive team culture.
• Is a self-starter with exceptional organizational skills and a continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Willing to work onsite 5 days/week in San Bruno, CA.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Information Architecture, Digital Design, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in product design leadership roles.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing elegant and user-centric design solutions. Must have significant mobile app IA experience. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a focus on empathy and inclusivity.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape the customer experience for a leading retailer.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

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