Creative & Product Design Director

TP-Link Systems Inc.

10d • $200,000 - $250,000

About The Position

TP-Link Systems Inc. is seeking a visionary and strategic Creative & Product Design Director to lead creative direction for consumer and enterprise product lines. The role shapes brand identity and storytelling for hardware and software solutions, leading graphic and industrial design teams to create product identities and content for diverse audiences. The director develops creative strategy for product marketing and product initiatives, ensures high standards of design and content, and maintains consistent brand messaging and visual identity across consumer and enterprise channels. The role works closely with product marketing, engineering, and sales teams, and presents concepts and strategies to senior leadership and other stakeholders. Strong mechanical engineering knowledge and a product design mindset are called for.

TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of networking devices and smart home products, serving customers in over 170 countries. The company emphasizes professionalism, innovation, excellence, simplicity, and dependable technology that supports seamless connectivity and everyday use.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in creative roles, including at least 5 years in a leadership position.
• A proven track record developing creative strategies for consumer and enterprise smart home electronics and/or home networking markets; stated as non-negotiable.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating experience with hardware and software products.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Strong mechanical engineering knowledge with a product design mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Design or Marketing.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and storytelling techniques.
• Proficiency with design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and project management platforms.
• Bilingual Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the creative vision for consumer and enterprise product marketing initiatives and product initiatives.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary creative team, maintaining high standards of design and content output.
• Collaborate with product marketing, engineering, and sales teams to create cohesive design concepts.
• Oversee the creation of digital content, visual assets, and design guidelines.
• Maintain consistent brand messaging and visual identity across consumer and enterprise channels.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor strategies, and emerging technologies to keep creative strategies relevant and impactful.
• Present creative concepts and design strategies to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, with partial coverage for dependents.
• Contributions to 401k funds.
• Over four weeks of PTO per year.
• Bi-annual pay increases.
• Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership.
• Quarterly team-building events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director