Principal Product Designer @ Shutterfly
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About Shutterfly
At Shutterfly, we transform life’s most cherished moments into lasting memories. We believe in the extraordinary power of self-expression, which is why our suite of brands helps customers create products and capture memories that reflect their unique stories.
Role Overview - Principal Product Designer
We are looking for a seasoned Principal Product Designer to shape world-class digital experiences. As a player-coach, you will lead detailed design work and mentor fellow designers, ensuring impactful, user-centric solutions, especially across mobile platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Design Leadership: Steer design teams through ideation, research, prototyping, testing, and final implementation.
- Design Expertise: Deliver rationale behind design decisions and articulate innovative trends.
- Collaborative Spirit: Work with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to align design processes.
- Lead by Doing: Execute complex design projects while mentoring teammates.
- Team Culture Builder: Foster a creative, inclusive, and learning environment.
- End-to-End Experience Design: Craft holistic product experiences with attention to mobile user journeys.
- Prototyping and Quality: Develop high-fidelity prototypes and seek continuous design improvement.
- Data-Informed Decision Making: Use analytics to guide user-centric design choices.
- Compelling Storyteller: Present design ideas clearly and effectively across audiences.
What We’re Looking For
Extensive experience in product design with a strong portfolio, expertise in intuitive and engaging design, mastery in prototyping (especially with Figma), and a deep understanding of user-centered design principles including usability and accessibility. Excellent communication and storytelling skills are essential, along with a passion for Shutterfly’s mission.
Why Shutterfly?
Join a passionate, innovative team dedicated to creating products that matter. At Shutterfly, creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning are prioritized. We embrace diversity and inclusion, ensuring every team member contributes to a supportive culture.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation is based on factors like job level, responsibilities, location, and experience. Base pay varies by location, with bonus incentives, health benefits, a 401K program, and other perks available. Detailed benefits information is available on our Benefits Page.
Location & Application Process
This position can be remote; however, candidates must reside in a state where Shutterfly is registered to do business (most US states apply). Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until the role is filled.
Key skills/competency
- Leadership
- Digital Design
- User-Centric
- Prototyping
- Mentorship
- Collaboration
- Mobile Design
- Figma
- Usability
- Innovation
How to Get Hired at Shutterfly
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize Your Resume: Tailor skills and portfolio for Shutterfly.
- Research Shutterfly: Understand mission, products, and team culture.
- Highlight Design Excellence: Emphasize prototyping and mobile expertise.
- Prepare for Interviews: Practice design problem-solving and storytelling.