Design Manager Jobs

Summary

Apple’s Applications Group is seeking a Design Manager to work on consumer software applications for the Mac and iOS. You are a problem solver, quick study, self starter, and excellent communicator with a passion for phenomenal design and the ability to achieve it. You possess a rare blend of interaction design, visual design, and prototyping skills. We’ll provide you with unparalleled levels of opportunity and resources, with the goal of creating experiences that influence the industry, as well as people’s lives. By constantly focusing on the consumer, you’ll create products that are not only amazing to look at, but also intuitive and useful to billions of people worldwide. Join this team if you’re committed to making each human interaction — visual, audial, and haptic — amazing for our customers.

Key Qualifications

Experience designing desktop applications
Expert knowledge of user-centered design principles
Tried proficiency with Photoshop, Illustrator, or other design tools
Ability to do rapid prototyping in Flash and HTML5
Complete proficiency in MacOS and iOS.
Extraordinary written and verbal communication skills
Excellent collaborative skills
Capable of working in a loosely structured organization
Highly professional, with the ability to deliver work on tight schedule

Description

From brainstorming through implementation, the Design Manager will work with members of the Applications design team, as well as our engineering, marketing, and QA groups. You have the ability to quickly grasp and distill highly sophisticated matters into clean, understandable solutions. The Design Manager is an effective diplomat with strong communication and social skills who is willing to prove him/herself within a company of passionate individuals. The Design Manager is a key player in resolving future design direction of Apple’s consumer apps. We are looking for a transformational designer who is ready to and capable of taking software design to the next level.

Education & Experience

Degree in human interaction sociology, psychology, interaction design, visual design, or equivalent

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $150,500 and $262,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Role Number: 200466689