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Design Manager I – Modern Compute

Design Manager I – Modern Compute

CompanyDatadog
LocationNew York, NY, USA
Salary$157000 – $205000
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Experienced in designing and managing technical SaaS products.
  • Have managed multiple design teams and individuals for 2+ years
  • Bring at least 8 years of experience in digital product design, with a strong portfolio that includes substantial interaction design for web applications.
  • Skilled in setting team goals and prioritizing features that align with business needs.
  • Effective at giving and receiving feedback, enhancing the work environment and team collaborations.
  • Possess excellent teamwork, communication, and technical problem-solving skills to contribute to multidisciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated leadership in guiding teams through the full design process from concept to launch, with minimal oversight.
  • Maintain a growth mindset, actively seeking learning opportunities and new challenges.
  • Able to clearly articulate design decisions and strategies that are grounded in human-centered design principles and data.
  • Experienced in high-level design thinking across multiple design disciplines, with a proven ability to envision long-term goals and focus efforts to achieve them.
  • Efficient in optimizing team workflows and processes to enhance team output and collaboration.
  • Known for balancing fast iteration, strategic ambiguity, and high-quality outcomes in a dynamic business environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team of Product Designers.
  • Recruit and retain top design talent, fostering a team culture that supports growth and collaboration.
  • Provide guidance on design practices, prioritization, strategy, and career development.
  • Oversee your team’s projects, ensuring alignment with broader business and product objectives.
  • Work closely with other team leads, product managers, and engineers to refine products and improve processes.
  • Establish goals with your product and engineering counterparts to focus on developing high-impact features.
  • Create an environment that promotes strong teamwork across functions and maintains a high standard of design quality.
  • Drive product strategy, empowering your team to develop solutions that address complex challenges.
  • Utilize and contribute to the company’s design systems, ensuring consistency and evolution in design practices.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Passionate about technology and want to grow your skills.