Lead Product Designer, Customer

Realtor.com Careers • $100K — $130K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in the design industry
  • 3+ years in a product-led organization
  • 3+ years of design direction and mentoring experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Portfolio showcasing user-centered design methodologies and shipped products
  • Experience managing multiple projects with cross-functional teams
  • Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement a cohesive aesthetic across multiple product teams
  • Uphold and challenge design standards to ensure excellence
  • Communicate design instructions to fellow designers based on their skill levels
  • Articulate design value and decisions to non-design stakeholders
  • Provide clear design feedback and accept it constructively
  • Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to address user needs
  • Lead the exploration of user-centric design methodologies and tools

Benefits

  • Inclusive and competitive medical, Rx, dental, and vision coverage
  • Family forming benefits
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Flexible time off
  • 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
  • Immediate eligibility into a 401(k) plan with a 3.5% company match
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Personalized financial planning sessions
  • Student debt retirement savings match
  • Free snacks and refreshments in office locations
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Lead Product Designer to lead high-impact design work in a complex ecosystem and influence the strategy and execution of key client-facing initiatives. This role will partner closely with senior leaders in Product and Engineering to create and execute against our bold vision for transforming the real estate industry. You will be responsible for design decisions and patterns for multiple products and ensuring their adoption by product designers who work in those areas.

You will join a supportive team of product designers crafting tools and services for real estate professionals and their teams to help grow their businesses and better support their clients throughout the buying and selling journey. The ideal candidate has a strong background in B2B-facing products and experiences.
What you'll do:
  • Design and drive a cohesive and exceptional aesthetic across multiple products (up to 2-3 teams) within your vertical, and collaborate across all verticals to ensure consistency'
  • Create and uphold a high standard for design excellence, and challenge work that does not meet it
  • Clearly communicate design instructions and repeatable patterns to other designers, appropriate to their skill level
  • Articulate the value of design as well as the reasons for your design decisions clearly, in non-designer-speak, to Product and Engineering leaders as well as other important stakeholders
  • Give clear and useable design feedback, and receive it with professionalism and patience
  • Partner with Product and Engineering leads to understand our users needs and pain points and collaborate on designing solutions which address those most effectively
  • Drive the exploration and adoption of software tools and user-centric design thinking methodologies. Train groups in both
  • Ensure consistent adoption and understanding of design best practices and patterns across the products you lead
What you'll bring:
  • 10+ years working in design industry
  • 3+ years of working in a product-led organization
  • 3+ years of providing design direction and mentoring to junior colleagues
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Portfolio which examples a strong design point of view and depth of experience, including user-centered design methodologies, interaction flows, prototyping, high-fidelity screens, and shipped products
  • Experience delivering multiple projects simultaneously with cross-disciplined teams
  • Strong and clear communication skills
  • Informed and strong opinions, loosely help
  • Mastery of design thinking principles and user-centric processes
  • Exemplifies a We, Not Me attitude
How We Work:
We balance creativity and innovation on a foundation of in-person collaboration. For most roles, our employees work three or more days in our offices, where they have the opportunity to collaborate in-person, adding richness to our culture and knitting us closer together.

How We Reward You:

Realtor.com is committed to investing in the health and wellbeing of our employees and their families. Our benefits programs include, but are not limited to:
  • Inclusive and Competitive medical, Rx, dental, and vision coverage
  • Family forming benefits
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • Flexible Time Off
  • 8 hours of paid Volunteer Time off
  • Immediate eligibility into Company 401(k) plan with 3.5% company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement program for degreed and non-degreed programs
  • 1:1 personalized Financial Planning Sessions
  • Student Debt Retirement Savings Match program
  • Free snacks and refreshments in each office location

About Realtor.com Careers

Realtor.com Careers

Joining the dynamic team at Realtor.com presents unparalleled job opportunities in the real estate industry. As a leading entity in online real estate listings, Realtor.com offers a unique platform where technology and market insights converge to transform the way people find homes.

Work That Inspires

At Realtor.com, the mission is to empower individuals to make smarter decisions regarding buying, selling, renting, and living in homes. This is achieved by fostering a culture of innovation, leadership, and diversity. The team at Realtor.com is committed to driving growth and excellence in the real estate sector through digital innovation.

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Realtor.com is building a market-leading team to guide users through their real estate journeys with cutting-edge technology and data-driven insights. The company offers a variety of positions, from technology developers to marketing experts, each contributing to the seamless experience provided to users.

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Join a group of dedicated professionals who are at the forefront of merging real estate knowledge with technological innovation. Realtor.com provides a platform for employees to challenge the norms and introduce solutions that have a lasting impact on the real estate market.

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Realtor.com supports professional growth and skill development through comprehensive training programs and leadership workshops. The company is dedicated to fostering an environment where career advancement is not just a possibility, but a reality. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Realtor.com ensures that all team members have access to the tools and training necessary to thrive.

Benefits and Culture

Realtor.com is known for its vibrant culture that champions creativity, inclusivity, and professional growth. Employees enjoy a range of benefits designed to support their health, well-being, and financial security. The team at Realtor.com values collaboration and encourages networking and mentorship among its members.

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Discover the array of employment and internship opportunities at Realtor.com. The company is actively hiring individuals who are passionate, innovative, and ready to contribute to a team that’s reshaping the real estate industry. Explore open positions that match your skills and interests, and prepare to bring your career to the next level.

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