Savvas Learning Company · 12 hours ago
Manager, Design (Math)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Drive the vision of product design strategy by aligning research findings with product opportunities through heavy use of human-centered design methodologies and in partnership with the Product Design Director and Product Management.
Set the standard for compassionate collaboration by fostering trusting relationships across the organization.
Align with LXD Leadership's vision for product design and branding by driving toward evidence-based solutions that delight the market.
Seek opportunities for continuous improvement and growth towards operational excellence and innovative product solutions.
Establish collaborative partnerships with Platform and Product Management and help immerse the entire team in the customer experience which will drive product opportunities and innovation.
Maintain a calm and approachable demeanor in all interactions while keeping the teams on time and on budget amidst constantly competing priorities.
Proudly represent the work of LXD seeking out areas to collaborate and share best practices in striving to define and support a 'Savvas Experience'.
Enthusiastically lead and participate in product reviews and lead feedback discussions while sharing the Product UX/Design strategy and research as a thought leader and expert.
Demonstrate a deep understanding of software capabilities and ultimately Savvas platforms that will guide product teams in what’s possible in driving forward.
Model and embrace facing challenges as opportunities and create a psychologically safe space where teams can create, test, and iterate as a path toward product strategy and team growth.
Partner closely with the Design Operations Manager to bring new ideas around streamlining and operational excellence in any area of repeated work across disciplines.
Demonstrate excellence in Human Centered Design and act as the 'go-to' with in-depth knowledge of UX best practices, standards, and methodologies.
Ensure open & clear lines of communication of the design process and ideas.
Lead detailed project planning, budgeting, and team capacity planning in collaboration with the Product Design Director and cross-functional groups.
Ensure approved projects and products remain within approved budgets for Product Design, through proper allocation of staff (internal and external) and use of contract help when required.
Manage a group of talented Product Design professionals to deliver high-quality, on-time design deliverables, accounting for on-the-fly program needs and changes as they occur.
Oversee work done by outside resources, and monitor performance related to cost, quality, and schedule. Success related to quality means alignment with the overall product design strategy.
Facilitate success of direct reports in meeting their goals by supporting them in turning their strengths into higher performance, and by helping them improve on their growth areas.
Lead the team in setting SMART goals, giving mentorship, consistent feedback, and thoughtful reviews to ensure growth and ongoing success for the product design team.
Inspire staff to become lifelong learners through modeling, setting learning benchmarks, and fostering culture.
Guide the team in alignment with the Learning Experience Design Guiding Principles to be visionary, empathetic, and undeniable innovators.
Lead the team to increase the pace of digital transformation in response to quickly shifting market needs.
Develop a staff focused on equity and inclusion.
Lead the financial direction of product design through planning, resource allocation, budgeting, managing expenses, and recommending and implementing process or method change to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Typical product budgets range from $1 –$2mm.
Be a strategic partner to other Managers and Directors in Learning Experience Design. Success in this role isn’t individual success, but recognizing that we only move forward together.
Qualification
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Required
3–6 years experience in Product Design or Design Management focused on Print and UI/UX design in software, web and mobile environments.
Experience managing concurrent development of multiple components of a product, creative strategic outsourcing, and delivering projects in a complex environment.
Experience working in UX methodologies such as Lean and Agile.
Human-Centered Design background with demonstrated experience in efforts with Design Thinking.
Ability to navigate complex problems and develop holistic solutions for product and UX ecosystems and pedagogy.
Must be a clear and engaging communicator who can present concepts and ideas to all levels of the company.
Knowledge and experience with various human interface guidelines: iOS, Android, and connected platforms.
Ability to manage multiple projects and an ability to prioritize and organize to meet tasks and deadlines.
Experience with the creation of sketches, concepts, IA diagrams, wireframes, and user flows, and formulating into clickable prototypes for research.
Knowledge about trends and innovations in experience design, technology, development, visual design, art, communications design, and product design.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially as they relate to presenting, and articulating research and design decisions.
Ability to balance business requirements, marketing, and analytics with design aesthetics.
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Tax-advantaged accounts
Pharmacy
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Matching 401(k)
Paid time off
Company
Savvas Learning Company
At Savvas, we believe learning should inspire.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
B
Bryan Smith
SVP and CIO
T
Todd Cofer
Head of Platform Marketing
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