Principal UX Designer, GSR

DescriptionAbout Us Amazon is looking to transform how consumers interact with digital content when it comes to shopping, interacting and organizing the actions of their daily lives. How can we make it better for our consumers, our customers? Our products serve millions of users globally across multiple platforms and devices. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright and data-driven people. If youu2019d like to help us build this experience, this is your chance to make history. We are hiring multiple roles across the Product and Design teams at Amazon in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and New York. In this role, you will collaborate with senior stakeholders from Design, Product, and Marketing teams to shape product strategies and translate them into compelling creative assets and impactful visual experiences. This role requires strong visual and interaction expertise, experienced design practice, particularly in ambiguous environments where problems need to be discovered and defined. As a Principal Product Designer, you'll be a key driver in shaping the future of our products. You'll lead strategic design initiatives that directly impact our user experience, business growth, and product innovation. This role offers the opportunity to influence product direction at scale while mentoring the next generation of design talent. Key job responsibilities Strategic Leadership u2022 Define and execute long-term design strategy aligned with business objectives u2022 Identify opportunities for innovation and lead exploratory design initiatives u2022 Drive design thinking methodology across the organization u2022 Establish and evolve design standards and best practices u2022 Lead cross-functional collaboration with Product, Engineering, and Marketing teams Design Excellence u2022 Own end-to-end design process for major product initiatives u2022 Create comprehensive design systems that scale u2022 Develop user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity prototypes u2022 Ensure consistent, high-quality design implementation u2022 Pioneer new interaction patterns and visual frameworks Research & Innovation u2022 Partner with research teams to gather actionable insights u2022 Conduct competitive analysis and market research u2022 Apply data analytics to inform design decisions u2022 Explore emerging technologies and their design implications u2022 Lead design sprints and innovation workshops Team Leadership u2022 Mentor and develop junior designers u2022 Foster a culture of design excellence and innovation u2022 Lead design reviews and provide constructive feedback u2022 Build and maintain design team processes u2022 Collaborate with recruitment to grow the design team A day in the life Working Environment Team Structure u2022 Report to Head of Design u2022 Work closely with Product and Engineering leadership u2022 Lead a team of designers u2022 Collaborate with cross-functional teams globally Basic QualificationsRequired Qualifications Experience u2022 10+ years of product design experience u2022 Portfolio demonstrating complex problem-solving u2022 Track record of shipping successful digital products u2022 Experience leading design teams or major initiatives u2022 History of cross-functional collaboration Technical Skills u2022 Expert knowledge of UI/UX design principles u2022 Proficiency in design and prototyping tools u2022 Understanding of technical constraints and possibilities u2022 Experience with design systems and pattern libraries u2022 Knowledge of accessibility standards Leadership Skills u2022 Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities u2022 Excellent communication and presentation skills u2022 Proven ability to influence without authority u2022 Experience mentoring and developing others u2022 Track record of driving innovation Preferred QualificationsPreferred Qualifications u2022 Advanced degree in Design, HCI, or related field u2022 Experience with emerging technologies (AR/VR, AI/ML) u2022 Background in consumer-facing products u2022 International market experience u2022 Published articles or conference presentations u2022 Experience with agile development methodologies Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Companyu2019s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $147,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $244,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Created: 2025-10-04