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Lead Program Manager – Design

Full TimeRemoteTeam 5,001-10,000Since 2007H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

1 day ago

Salary

$154K - $191.5K / year

Bachelor Degree12 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Partner with Design Managers, Directors, and cross-functional leaders to align on program scope, timelines, and deliverables. • Establish operating rhythms across design teams, including communication cadences, resource planning, and leadership check-ins. • Lead the planning and execution of large product launches, ensuring design workstreams are delivered with quality and on time. • Serve as the bridge across Design, Engineering, Product Marketing, and Business teams, ensuring visibility, communication, and risk management. • Drive continuous improvement by running internal initiatives to strengthen operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration. • Anticipate and resolve obstacles across teams, proactively elevating risks and implementing solutions.

Job Requirements

  • 12+ years of experience in Consulting, Program Management, Product/Project Management, or related fields.
  • Proven ability to manage and deliver impactful design initiatives in large digital product organizations.
  • Strong track record in navigating ambiguity, structuring solutions, and driving initiatives from conception through launch.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term thinking with near-term execution.
  • Demonstrated leadership in mediation, negotiation, and conflict resolution, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Experience establishing systems and scalable processes where little exists, with a flexible, solutions-oriented mindset.
  • Passion for organizational excellence, detail orientation, and thriving in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment.
  • Deep appreciation for the Product Design process and experience working within cross-functional, product-driven organizations.

Benefits

  • How We'll Take Care of You:
  • The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands.
  • This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits.

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