Design Manager, Member Experience - Leading Personalized Entertainment Experiences at Netflix

Transforming Entertainment Experiences: Join Netflix as a Design Manager

Netflix is revolutionizing the world of entertainment, boasting 283 million paid memberships across over 190 countries. With a vast library of TV series, films, and games available in multiple genres and languages, Netflix members enjoy an unparalleled viewing experience. As a Design Manager on the Experience Design (XD) Discovery + Foundations team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the core member experience worldwide and crafting personalized entertainment experiences that help members discover and connect with their favorite content.

About the Role

This remote position is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Product Design Manager with outstanding design, communication, and people management skills. As a leader, you will manage and inspire a diverse team of Senior Product Designers to deliver impactful, human-centered experiences that meet user needs and business goals. You will be an integral part of the leadership team, collaborating with cross-functional partners to define strategy, operations, and communications that drive the team towards building exceptional products.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and build a high-performing team of Senior Product Designers, ensuring they deliver impactful experiences that meet user needs and business goals.
• Coach and mentor team performance, manage resource allocation, project prioritization, and cultivate a culture of design excellence.
• Champion the design thinking philosophy across the organization, advocating for user-centered design and systems thinking to drive innovation at scale.
• Utilize your expertise in product strategy, product design, interaction design, and visual design to inform strategic decisions and drive product direction.
• Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, Data Science, Consumer Insights, and leadership partners to plan OKRs and execute on product roadmaps.
• Develop and nurture relationships with stakeholders, ensuring your team designs and ships impactful and cohesive product experiences.
• Effectively communicate your team's product goals and connect related projects across the company, bringing a balanced perspective to strategic discussions.
• Embody a growth mindset, seeking and providing constructive feedback to continuously improve the product, team, and company.

Qualifications and Requirements

To succeed in this role, you should possess:

• 8+ years of experience managing high-performance Product Design teams, with a successful track record of leading teams to ship impactful consumer products across various platforms at a global scale.
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire, engage, and provide critical business context to your design teams.
• Experience navigating ambiguity and driving clarity through rigorous design thinking and human-centered design.
• A strong background in product direction and strategic thinking, with the ability to articulate a product vision, identify opportunities, and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to represent your work to broader product teams and leaders.
• Experience working on large-scale, complex projects across multiple teams and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.

Preferred qualifications include experience working on products at the intersection of User Experience and AI.

What We Offer

Netflix provides a competitive salary, ranging from $270,000 to $700,000, with a compensation structure that consists solely of an annual salary. You will have the flexibility to choose how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options each year. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health Plans and Mental Health support
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Stock Option Program
• Disability Programs and Life and Serious Injury Benefits
• Family-forming benefits and paid leave of absence programs
• Flexible time off for full-time salaried employees

Company Culture and Work Environment

Netflix is known for its unique culture and environment, which values inclusion and diversity. As an equal-opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. Our work environment is designed to foster creativity, innovation, and collaboration, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Career Growth and Learning Benefits

As a Design Manager at Netflix, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will be working on complex projects that push the boundaries of entertainment and technology, with access to cutting-edge tools and resources. Our culture encourages continuous learning, with opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Join Us

If you're a passionate and experienced Design Manager looking to shape the future of entertainment, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and be part of a company that's revolutionizing the way people experience entertainment. With a simple application process, you can take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career at Netflix.

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