Department: Marketing

Location: US-California-San Jose

Compensation: $227,000 - $252,900 / year

Description

We have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

As a Sr. Manager of product UX Design, you will have an exciting opportunity to contribute to the Align Digital Platform.

The vision for the Align Digital Platform is to connect those that seek dental care directly with dental providers, integrate various imaging devices, Align’s state of the art proprietary software technology for 5D visualization, Big Data and AI-driven diagnostics, and treatment planning and monitoring.

This enhanced platform will offer a streamlined and integrated experience to key stakeholders including consumers, patients, general dentists, orthodontists, dental lab technicians, dental service organizations, universities, and public hospitals.

Role expectations

• Direct management of 5 designers with potential for team growth
• Key contributor to organization's design direction and innovation
• Review and critique design work, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align design solutions with product strategy and user needs
• Advocate for user-centered design principles and promote design thinking across the organization
• Contribute to the development and refinement of design systems and standards
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in UX/UI design
• Be passionate about nurturing talent and sharing knowledge
• Have an ability to provide constructive feedback and foster a culture of continuous improvement
  
  

What We're Looking For

• Exceptional leadership abilities with experience in coaching and developing design talent
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies
• Excellence in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
• Deep knowledge of Figma
• Experience with design systems and component libraries
• Familiarity with user research methodologies and usability testing
• Outstanding communication and presentation abilities
• Bachelor's or master’s degree in UX design, HCI, or related field
• Additional leadership or management training is a plus
• 8+ years of experience in product design, UX design, or related field
• 3+ years in design team management
• Proven track record of leading and scaling design teams in fast-paced environments
  
  

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Global Diversity Statement

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.