Senior Product Designer

Microsoft

Aug 1

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior Level

Requirements

Required/Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience, Interaction Design, or related field AND 5+ years experience working in product or service design
OR Master's Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience, Interaction Design, or related field AND 4+ years experience working in product or service design
OR equivalent experience (e.g., demonstrated experience working in product or service design or using design thinking to solve problems).
Preferred Qualifications and Experiences:
4+ years experience shipping products, services, or games and/or delivering to customers as a result of an end-to-end design process.
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience, Interaction Design, or related field AND 8+ years experience working in product or service design
OR equivalent experience (e.g., demonstrated experience working in product or service design or using design thinking to solve problems).
Master's Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience, Interaction Design, or related field AND 6+ years experience working in product or service design

Responsibilities

Communication and Collaboration
Communicates with cross-disciplinary teams inside and across studio(s) through all stages of design and development. Owns communication for what one is doing in a proactive way. Identifies which mode of communication should be used. Manages tonality, being respectful, inclusive, etc. Communicates up and out to leaders.
Communicates a compelling, convincing product story to a specific audience. Shares stories to leaders and adjusts narrative depending on the audience.
Works with creative team members, program managers, and developers to define and iterate on new and existing product features. Collaborates with, creates, and helps the team deliver product design results. Begins to influence stakeholders across a few disciplines.
Connects dots between teams to enable collaboration, identifying opportunities to build on the work of others and leverage previous work.
Product Design
Generates and leads ideation solutions for complex products (e.g., involving many constraints, needing workarounds, requiring holistic view of interconnected systems) to improve product designs. Utilizes a variety of perspectives when ideating (e.g., business, experience, technology).
Synthesizes complex ideation solutions to a concise articulation of user wants and subsequent solutions. Facilitates enrollment for an ideation exercise as part of a design sprint.
Builds prototypes for new products as efficiently as possible. Presents to team to receive feedback and understand user needs. Advocates for prototyping.
Estimates individual schedule(s), and creates schedules and planning systems across teams. Defines and prioritizes product plans. Creates clarity for other members of the team. Begins influencing the prioritization of the product backlog.
Identifies needs that are not spoken and includes them in end-to-end design plan and process. Considers multiple factors such as user insights and business needs and begins to translate needs into product plans.
Develops a synthesis of user insights and compares with data to identify larger issues that may not be apparent for user desires. Collaborates with product owners and development team members to shepherd end-to-end experiences from concept to ship for products.
Contributes to the use and adoption of latest design system (e.g., templates, components, information architecture, navigation models, design trends) updates in the industry. Ensures products are aligned with company-wide systems. Helps others use the system and drives consistency and alignment within the team.
Leadership
Provides guidance to the team of product designers. Ensures full understanding of the original design and vision, and links to established problem and/or goal. Begins to mentor designers in specific areas of expertise. Influences those outside of design. Interviews and screens candidates.
Other
Embody our culture and values

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Senior Product Designer role at Microsoft?

The Senior Product Designer role is primarily focused on leading the design and delivery of technical assets and products, particularly in areas related to AI, sustainability, and showcase demonstrations.

What qualifications are required for the Senior Product Designer position?

Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and at least 5+ years of experience in product or service design, or alternatively a Master's Degree with a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience.

What kind of experience is preferred for this role?

Preferred qualifications include 4+ years of experience shipping products or services, along with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant field, and a substantial background in product or service design.

What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Product Designer?

Key responsibilities include leading design processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, developing prototypes, ensuring project delivery on time and at quality, and communicating compelling product stories.

Is there a specific area of design expertise required for the Senior Product Designer?

Yes, candidates should have a deep understanding of design processes, design thinking, and skill in product development areas such as UX, UI, visual design, and storytelling.

How does the Senior Product Designer contribute to team collaboration?

The Senior Product Designer connects dots between teams, fosters collaboration, influences stakeholders, and communicates effectively with both design and non-design teams to drive projects forward.

What is the base pay range for the Senior Product Designer role in the U.S.?

The typical base pay range across the U.S. is USD $117,200 - $229,200 per year, with a higher range for positions in the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area.

How does Microsoft support diversity and inclusion in their hiring process?

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to various characteristics protected by applicable laws, thus promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Until when can candidates apply for this position?

Candidates can apply for the Senior Product Designer position until August 7, 2024.

What is the work environment like for the Senior Product Designer?

The work environment is collaborative with a focus on tackling ambiguous challenges, working alongside diverse teams to innovate and drive impact in the realm of technology solutions.

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