Principal Product Designer, News App

The Principal Product Designer will lead the creation of interfaces that improve user navigation and experience on The New York Times' news app, while informing and inspiring subscribers. The role requires 10+ years of experience in user-centered design principles, digital product design, and collaboration.

Requirements

• A portfolio of work that shows 10+ years understanding user-centered design principles
• 10+ years of experience designing digital web, app products, interactive products, or tools
• An understanding of iOS and Android best practices
• Proficiency in using design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Play or Cursor
• 10+ years of experience facilitating alignment through workshopping, brainstorms and cross functional collaboration
• 10+ years experience breaking down big challenges into smaller decisions framed as trade-offs (e.g. time vs. scope)
• 10+ years of experience working with data and qualitative research teams to inform product and design decisions
• 10+ years creating compelling narratives to communicate with non-designers such as customers, partners, stakeholders

Benefits

• Annual base pay range: $188,000—$225,000 USD
• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
• Paid time off and benefits
• Opportunities for growth and professional development