Senior Staff Designer, Search UX Foundations

Google is a global technology company focused on user-centric product development and innovation.
$214,000 - $305,000
Frontend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · AI

Description For Senior Staff Designer, Search UX Foundations

Google is seeking a Senior Staff Designer for Core Search to help design and scale the foundational Search experience across the company. This role is crucial in establishing cohesive design approaches that scale to horizontal experiences while working closely with vertical teams. The position offers a competitive base salary range of $214,000-$305,000 plus additional compensation including bonus, equity, and benefits.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in product design or UX, with a strong background in user-centered design methodologies and strategic decision-making. They will be responsible for partnering with design system teams, aligning cross-functional teams, and leading initiatives that foster innovation and continuous improvement.

At Google, user experience is paramount in creating intuitive, innovative, and beautiful products. The UX teams comprise designers, researchers, content strategists, and engineers who collaborate to solve complex challenges. This role offers the opportunity to impact billions of users while adhering to Google's core philosophy of "Focus on the user and all else will follow."

The position requires exceptional leadership skills to influence senior stakeholders and drive strategic alignment across the organization. The successful candidate will help shape product strategy, motivate teams, and establish frameworks that revolutionize Search. They will work in either Mountain View or San Francisco, collaborating with global teams to ensure consistent and scalable design solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned design professional looking to make a significant impact at one of the world's leading technology companies. The role offers comprehensive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to work on products that touch billions of lives.

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Responsibilities For Senior Staff Designer, Search UX Foundations

  • Partner with design system and vertical teams to ensure scalability and consistency across Google
  • Align cross-functional teams on cohesive, scalable design strategies
  • Lead initiatives to gather feedback, foster innovation, and refine core frameworks
  • Set the standard and foster a culture for design practices
  • Influence senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders

Requirements For Senior Staff Designer, Search UX Foundations

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 10 years of experience in product design or user experience
  • Experience using UX design to influence strategic decision making
  • Knowledge of user-centered design methodologies, usability, prototyping, and content strategy
  • Ability to focus on detailed aspects of motion and experiences
  • Ability to drive impact across multiple cross-product initiatives
  • Ability to drive key product innovations

Benefits For Senior Staff Designer, Search UX Foundations

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • bonus
  • equity
  • benefits

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