Principal Product Designer Map Viewer

Esri • Houston, TX

26d • $125,528 - $203,840 • Remote

About The Position

Join Esri's Product Design team as a Principal Product Designer, where you'll lead the design vision for ArcGIS Map Viewer, our flagship web-mapping application used to explore, analyze, and communicate spatial data. Map Viewer empowers users to tell compelling stories, answer complex questions, and solve real-world problems through interactive maps. In this role, you'll drive strategic design initiatives, mentor designers, and collaborate across disciplines to shape the future of mapping experiences in ArcGIS Online.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience designing complex, enterprise-grade web applications, preferably in SaaS or GIS-related domains
• Proven track record of leading strategic design initiatives and delivering impactful outcomes across multiple teams or products
• Expertise in Figma, design systems, and component-based design workflows
• Deep understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1/Section 508) and experience embedding accessibility into design and development processes
• Strong portfolio showcasing strategic thinking, elegant design solutions, and measurable impact
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to influence and inspire across disciplines and levels
• Experience conducting and applying user research to inform design decisions
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and drive alignment across diverse stakeholders
• Bachelor's degree in human-centered design, HCI, interaction design, or related field

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in human-centered design, HCI, interaction design, or related field

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design strategy for Map Viewer, aligning user needs, business goals, and technical feasibility across multiple teams and product lines
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with developers, product managers, researchers, and stakeholders to define and deliver mapping experiences using participatory and iterative design techniques
• Coordinate with stakeholders to identify requirements and specifications for the development of new and established features
• Develop personas, user journeys, information architecture diagrams, wireframes, visual design, and prototypes
• Identify enhancements to product designs by conducting user research (usability testing, surveys, customer interviews, and more) with prototypes and fully developed projects
• Develop and present holistic design solutions that address business, brand, and user requirements
• Ensure accessibility, inclusivity, and usability are embedded in all design work, advocating for WCAG 2.1/Section 508 compliance
• Effectively communicate conceptual ideas, design rationale, and the specifics of the user-centered design process to cross-functional teams
• Champion user-centered design across the organization by defining experience principles and advocating for design excellence
• Establish and evolve design systems and patterns in partnership with the design system team to ensure consistency and efficiency across the ArcGIS platform
• Influence product direction by identifying opportunities for innovation, shaping product roadmaps, and contributing to strategic planning
• Mentor and guide other designers, fostering growth through design critiques, coaching, and thought leadership
• Work with leadership and stakeholders to suggest and implement improvements for team processes, including change management strategies that support scaling and sustainability
• Stay ahead of industry trends, bringing fresh thinking and best practices to elevate the design discipline at Esri

Benefits

• Esri's competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy.
• Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
• A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is$125,528-$203,840 USD

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees