Principal Designer

1 month ago

San Francisco, California, United States Coatue Management L.L.C. Full time
Role Overview

We're seeking a highly experienced Principal Designer to drive design strategies that fuel user engagement and business growth. As a key member of our Social Commerce Team, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centric digital experiences that are intuitive, engaging, and designed to scale.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and define the design process for entire user experiences, from inception to launch.
  • Establish and drive design strategies and philosophies, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Mentor and guide senior designers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Conduct user research and usability testing to inform and validate design decisions.
  • Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to create cohesive and seamless user experiences.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive design systems and style guides.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 15–20 years of experience in digital product design, with a strong portfolio showcasing leadership in innovative projects.
  • Expertise in one core area of design and strong skills in two others.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of articulating complex design concepts and strategies.
  • Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Origami, or Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Strong leadership skills, including strategic planning and mentorship.
  • Ability to work closely with executive teams and other leadership within the company.
Why Join Us
  • Be part of a rapidly growing company that's shaping the future of how people connect online.
  • Contribute to a product that impacts millions of users worldwide, driving innovation in digital experiences.
  • Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive, and creative work environment that values diversity and fosters professional growth.
  • Benefit from a competitive compensation package, flexible work arrangements, and a commitment to work-life balance.

We're committed to providing a competitive compensation package. Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $190,000-$260,000 on the West Coast. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate expertise, the scope of the role, and level.

Our Culture

We're a global and diverse group that values flexibility and work-life balance. We offer autonomy and flexibility in how you structure your days and weeks, with the need for some collaboration outside of your usual 9-5 being a global company. We aim to work asynchronously where possible.

We're committed to supporting our employees' well-being and offer an annual wellbeing allowance to use on things like fitness memberships, development courses, childcare, travel, charitable donations, pet insurance, and home office setup.

Our Mission

We're on a mission to empower anyone to curate, grow, and monetize their digital universe. We created the 'link in bio' category and are trusted by some of the world's biggest brands and celebrities. With over 50M+ users and 40,000 new accounts created every day, we're the fastest-growing leader in our category. We've partnered with some of today's biggest names, including Amazon, TikTok, Snap, YouTube, GoFundMe, Spotify, Google, Stripe, and Reddit, to help unify users' digital spaces.

We celebrate and support everyone's perspective and background, and we're proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We aim to foster a diverse and inclusive environment where all team members have a sense of belonging, because we believe in going further together. We welcome all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience.

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