ServiceNow

Design Director- Design Systems

ServiceNow$162K — $283K *
Consumer Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in design with a focus on building global consumer brands
  • 7+ years in people management, emphasizing team development
  • Demonstrated ability to lead with creative vision and innovation
  • Experience in delivering brand solutions that address business challenges
  • Solid background in brand architecture and portfolio management
  • Familiarity with integrated design across various mediums
  • Proficient in talent recruitment and fostering design careers
  • Experience managing diverse teams and external agency collaborations
  • Strong communication skills for presentations and strategic discussions
  • Proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and Miro

Responsibilities

  • Drive the global brand identity for ServiceNow products and services
  • Lead a team to create innovative brand systems and design solutions
  • Cultivate a design culture that enables world-class creativity
  • Improve decision-making processes to enhance performance and execution
  • Influence cross-functional leaders to develop comprehensive brand systems

Benefits

  • Health plans including flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) Plan with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Matching donations
  • Flexible time away plan
  • Family leave programs
Full Job Description
Job Description

The ServiceNow Brand & Strategy team is a passionate team of creative thinkers who are responsible for shaping the future of the ServiceNow brand. We are looking for a design director to lead the vision for the ServiceNow brand and to lead brand design across the organization and all of the channels and touchpoints both internal and external.

This leadership role is responsible for developing and scaling the ServiceNow brand identity, driving forward a design-led vision across the ServiceNow's brand ecosystem globally. They should have a passion for strategy and a talent for creative development with meticulous execution.

The Design Director will elevate design quality, foster an inclusive design culture, and partner seamlessly across the ServiceNow organization. This leader will support our team of creative talent to do the best work of their careers. An ideal candidate has experience and is curious about technology, can build and maintain senior relationships, and influence large orgs and their leadership towards a collective future.

They have experience leading projects with internal teams, freelancers and managing external agencies. The ability to thrive in ambiguity, adopt new processes and embrace change is required.

An ideal candidate will have a strong background in design systems, and a proven track record of successfully leading integrated brand efforts. They are comfortable both as a leader and hands-on with creative tools when needed. They thrive in leading projects from initial strategy and briefing stages to final delivery of a finished product.

Design Director Responsibilities:
  • Drive the global brand identity for all of ServiceNow products and services to ensure quality, consistency and scalability across all touchpoints
  • Lead a high performing team to develop original, breakthrough brand systems, behaviors and design solutions that serve a global audience
  • Foster and grow brand design culture through enabling world-class design
  • Drive decision making processes and ways of working to improve performance, quality and integrated approaches to execution
  • Lead with vision, influencing Marketing, Product and Business leadership to develop holistic brand systems


Qualifications

Qualifications
  • 10+ years experience in design, building consumer brands globally
  • 7+ years of demonstrated people management experience coaching and developing team members
  • Experience leading with creative vision, purpose and innovation
  • Experience driving brand solutions to business problems
  • Experience building portfolio brands and working with brand architecture
  • Experience across integrated design work: traditional, product, packaging, retail and experiential
  • Experience recruiting talent and developing design careers
  • Experience managing internal, external teams and agencies
  • Experience collaborating, driving consensus among highly cross functional teams
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills. Can develop project and initiative presentations from strategy to execution.
  • Experience partnering with and influencing marketing leadership and other executive stakeholders
  • Expert with creative tools, Adobe creative cloud, Figma, Miro.

For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $162,200 - $283,900, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.

Additional Information

Work Personas

We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work and their assigned work location. Learn more here. To determine eligibility for a work persona, ServiceNow may confirm the distance between your primary residence and the closest ServiceNow office using a third-party service.

About ServiceNow

ServiceNow provides cloud-based solutions that define, structure, manage, and automate services for enterprise operations in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and other countries. The company offers service management solutions, including incident, problem, change, request, and cost management as well as service catalogs; and IT, HR, facilities, and field service management solutions. It also provides IT operations management solutions covering service mapping, delivery, and assurance solutions; business management solutions such as financial management, project portfolio suite, vendor performance management, and performance analytics as well as governance, risk, and compliance; and application development services.

ServiceNow Careers

Join the dynamic team at ServiceNow, a global leader in digital workflow solutions, where innovation and leadership converge to shape the future of work. At ServiceNow, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and a chance to be part of a culture that values diversity, creativity, and continuous learning.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career journey with ServiceNow and contribute to the world’s leading enterprises' digital transformation. Our team is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technologies that improve how people work. With ServiceNow, you will use your skills to impact businesses and industries profoundly, driving efficiency and innovation.

Join Our Market-Leading Team

ServiceNow is not just another technology company. We are a team that thrives on diversity and leadership, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes growth and development. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that every team member can achieve their potential.

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ServiceNow is home to more than 10,000 dedicated professionals who lead the charge in digital workflows and enterprise solutions. As part of our team, you will engage in projects that merge technology with practical applications, creating revolutionary products that advance how services are delivered and managed.

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At ServiceNow, your career trajectory is filled with boundless opportunities. We support your growth with robust training programs, leadership development courses, and access to global challenges. Whether you are looking for an internship, full-time position, or leadership role, ServiceNow equips you with the tools to excel.

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Working at ServiceNow means being part of a community that values teamwork and innovation. Our collaborative environment encourages networking and sharing ideas, making our workplace vibrant and dynamic. The benefits of joining ServiceNow extend beyond comprehensive health and wellness; they include fostering professional connections and friendships that last a lifetime.

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Size
16,881 employees
Market Cap
$76.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$118.5 million
Founded
2004
5 Year Trend
+33.5%
Revenue
$4.5 billion
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