Senior Interface Designer
Snap Inc. is a camera company. We believe that reinventing the camera represents our greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Our products empower people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.
The Product team uses creativity, insights, and operational excellence to steer our product vision across Snap Inc. This team of designers, scientists, and product managers work in a highly collaborative environment to build the products and experiences that bring our community together in new and special ways.
We’re looking for an Interface Designer to join Snap. Inc!
What you’ll do:
Define strategic vision for global UX strategy across Snapchat's products
Work with Product Designers to iterate UX solutions and strategies
Empower teams across the company to work horizontally and think about their products in context of the larger Snapchat ecosystem
Work closely with Engineering teams to build and execute on strategic UX initiatives
Work hand in hand with the systems design team to solve problems and execute on solutions across all of Snapchats products.
Document and evangelize best UX practices at Snap
Lead a small team of interface designers, exploring ideas, ideating solutions and driving quality in execution.
Provide feedback and give guidance to other designers in crits and work sessions.
Gather and evaluate user requirements and behavior
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to mentor younger designer and help develop their skills and perspectives
Ability to define and lead independently in a large ambiguous space
Knowledge of Interface standards and guidelines
Excellent interpersonal skills with a high attention to detail
Ability to effectively influence, communicate and coordinate with other disciplines
Ability to define principles and clearly communicate design decisions and strategy
Ability to prototype interactive experiences
Minimum Qualifications:
BS/BA degree or equivalent years of work experience
8+ years of UX/product design experience for web or desktop applications
Portfolio demonstrating exceptional UI/UX and Visual Design work
Preferred Qualifications:
Background working with both internal and external partners and agencies
Experience working with Product and Engineering teams
Refined taste in art and an eye for design
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and contact us at [email protected].
Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid maternity & paternity leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!