Remote Senior Design Manager

Summary

Join our team as a Senior Design Manager, Win and Close, to lead and inspire our talented design team, while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver exceptional product experiences.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in product design, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role
• A strong portfolio demonstrating design excellence across various products and platforms
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to align design strategies with business goals and technical constraints
• Experience mentoring and developing designers, fostering a positive and productive team culture
• Deep understanding of the end-to-end design process, from research to execution
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and influence at all levels of the organization

Responsibilities

• Ensure design excellence and set a high bar for quality across all products
• Oversee the end-to-end design process from ideation to delivery, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical feasibility
• Champion design best practices and foster a culture of creativity and continuous improvement
• Work closely with product managers, engineers, and other key stakeholders to align on vision, priorities, and execution
• Balance feature team needs with foundational UX, ensuring a cohesive user experience across the product ecosystem
• Serve as a thought leader in the 'Win and Close' space, influencing product strategy through innovative design solutions
• Inspire and manage a team of talented designers, fostering an environment of growth and collaboration
• Mentor and guide designers in their career development, helping them refine their craft and achieve their professional goals
• Contribute to the overall design culture at Apollo, promoting inclusivity, innovation, and creativity
• Align design strategies and execution with business outcomes, driving positive impact on user engagement and growth metrics
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure the design solutions are scalable, leveraging the full capabilities of the tech stack while understanding its limitations
• As a senior leader, play a key role in scaling the design team as the company and product offerings grow
• Help shape the long-term vision for design within the organization, ensuring that the design function evolves alongside business and product needs