Director of Product Design

Summary

Join Credible as the Director of Product Design and lead a team of 7 designers, researchers, and UX writers. You will be responsible for shaping exceptional user experiences, contributing to product strategy, overseeing the design process, and championing design-led OKRs. This role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, at least 8 years of experience in design, and 3 years of supervisory experience. You will collaborate with product, engineering, and business teams. Credible offers a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, stock incentive plan, and various benefits including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, Human Factors, or a related field
• At least 8 years of experience in design with a focus on digital products, preferably in consumer internet businesses
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience, leading a full design team or individuals working across multiple products
• Demonstrated success collaborating with product, engineering, and business teams to deliver exceptional user experiences and strong business outcomes
• Strong product thinker, with well developed product judgment and design taste, and an ability to consistently guide teams to successful user experience and business outcomes
• Proven track-record of helping others develop their craft and grow in their careers, in research, product design, and UX writing
• Compelling portfolio showcasing your design leadership, strategic thinking, and ability to drive projects across teams from concept to delivery
• Experience driving continuous improvement in team processes

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 7 designers, researchers, and UX writers, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment for creativity and innovation. Support their growth through development planning, performance management, collaborative work, and real-time design feedback and coaching
• Contribute to product strategy in collaboration with the product, engineering, and business teams
• Oversee the end-to-end research and product design process, ensuring the delivery of high-quality and consistent user experiences across product teams
• Champion design-led OKRs and provide a north-star for the design team to rally around
• Establish and improve design processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and collaboration within the design organization, and in how design works with other functions

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Stock incentive plan
• Various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents