Senior Manager, Product Design - Yahoo Fantasy Sports - JR0025302_TX

Yahoo Holdings • Richardson, TX

392d • $143,625 - $299,375 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager of Product Design at Yahoo Fantasy Sports is a pivotal leadership role responsible for guiding the product design team in creating exceptional user experiences for fantasy sports products. This position blends user-centric design with business strategy to enhance the overall product vision and execution, ensuring alignment with user needs and business goals.

Requirements

• 7 years of experience in product design, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience leading design teams for consumer-focused products.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards and designing for inclusivity.
• Strong project management skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the fantasy sports or gaming space is a plus.
• Experience using user research, data, and testing to inform design decisions.
• A strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a compelling product experience vision and strategy for Yahoo Fantasy Sports.
• Manage, mentor, and inspire a team of talented product designers.
• Partner closely with product managers, engineers, researchers, and data scientists to create seamless user experiences.
• Advocate for user-centered design principles backed by user research and analytics.
• Drive innovation by identifying emerging trends and technologies in fantasy sports.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality design solutions that elevate the user experience.
• Champion design systems, processes, and best practices for scalable and accessible experiences.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• 401K savings plan
• Company holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed