Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.
The Company operates Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world, and Specs Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary dedicated to making computing more human, in addition to Bitmoji, Saturn, and other digital services.
We’re looking for a Senior Manager, Ads Design to set the design direction for Snap’s advertising products. You will work with a cross-functional team of product managers, engineers, product researchers, and data scientists to build products and experiences that help big brands, small businesses, and creators find success on Snapchat.
What You’ll Do
Lead a high-performing design team by hiring and retaining exceptional talent.
Coach team members toward meaningful career growth, and foster a kind, smart, and creative culture
Set the design direction for monetization experiences in Snapchat, as well as tools for businesses, agencies, and creators
Represent Design with senior leadership, aligning across Product and Engineering, and shaping roadmap and business strategy
Work with Product Research to identify the needs of advertisers, creators, agencies, and Snapchatters to improve existing products and features
Own and improve aspects of our enterprise design system
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated experience as a people manager, with a strong track record of coaching team members, fostering a high-performing, inclusive team culture
An expert communicator who can effectively communicate a design and vision
Ability to think at a high level about product strategy
Strong visual design skills and passion for interaction design
Self-motivated attitude with the ability to work in a fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous work environment
Minimum Qualifications
10+ years of experience designing web and mobile applications
BS/BA degree or equivalent years of work experience
3+ years of management experience
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience designing advertising tools for businesses
A strong portfolio showcasing your work
Experience using AI tools for design and prototyping
Deep understanding of Snapchat products
"Default Together" Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable).
Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!
Compensation
In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. These pay zones may be modified in the future.
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC):
The base salary range for this position is $251,000-$377,000 annually.
Zone B:
The base salary range for this position is $238,000-$358,000 annually.Zone C:
The base salary range for this position is $213,000-$320,000 annually.This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.If you believe this job description is missing required pay transparency information, please submit a report through this form: Job Description Pay Range Disclosure.
Snap Inc. Palo Alto, California, USA Office
Palo Alto, CA, United States
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