Manager, Web UI Design (REMOTE)

Job Description

Join us as we pursue our mission to remove the barriers between data and action, so that everyone thrives in the Data Age. Splunk is filled with people who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology in an effort to help our customers succeed. As the world’s first Data-to-Everything Platform, Splunk is creating a world where data provides clarity, elevates discussion and accelerates progress. We invite you to explore what has made us one of the fastest growing technology companies in history, and how you can be an integral part of our journey!

Role

As a Manger, UI Web Design, you will be expected to lead and oversee Splunk’s UI strategy. You will be managing a design team, providing training and mentorship. Together with the UX team, you’ll be responsible for building and implementing a design thinking culture.

The Manager, UI Web Design at Splunk is expected to take a more strategic, analytical role, so you’ll need to be extremely comfortable with data and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage design libraries and design systems with adherence to product branding requirements.
• Supervise the development and delivery of effective user interfaces in support of Splunk’s go-to-market initiatives.
• Lead a team of junior UI designers, providing training and support.
• Work with the digital analytics team to assess the impact of all UI design and usability changes.
• Assist with user research, interviews, surveys, and usability studies, translating findings into wireframes and prototypes.

Requirements

• Ability to lead and direct design thinking for a wide range of products.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments and peers in the Brand+Creative organization.
• Expert knowledge of UI design principles, methodologies and web production techniques.
• Strong team leadership skills.
• Expert knowledge of responsive design and mobile UI.
• Strong knowledge of HTML5/XHTML, CSS3, JavaScript, and frameworks such as Bootstrap.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-pressure design process under minimal direction.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present work to executives and large groups.
• Proven experience mentoring or managing other UI designers.
• As you can see, senior UI designers are an integral part of the business. In addition to fundamental UI design skills, you’ll need to bring strong business know-how and leadership skills to the table.
• Proficient in Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, and Google Suite
• Motion graphics and video for Web, interactive prototyping, and/or illustration experience a plus.
• 8+ years of professional experience in a dynamic start-up environment or in-house with one of the big-name companies

Education

• BA or MA in Graphic Design, Communication Design, Information Design, Digital Media Design, or another Visual Design field.
• We will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, or training.
• A Strong online portfolio showcasing your experience originating new concepts and innovative design approaches for the web with a significant impact on marketing efforts and business results.

We value diversity at our company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.

For job positions in San Francisco, CA, and other locations where required, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
(Colorado only*) Minimum base salary of $90,000. You may also be eligible for incentive pay + equity + benefits.*Note: Disclosure per sb19-085 (8-5-201 et seq).