Pfizer

Senior Manager, User Experience - UX Lead

Pfizer

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: New York City • California • Illinois • United States

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Salary

💰 $120,800 - $201,400 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Execute end-to-end design process for assigned pods under Director guidance
  • Deliver medium to high-fidelity prototypes within days for critical decisions
  • Ensure 100% accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.1 AA) across all designs
  • Leads MVP design quality through detailed specifications and asset creation for ready to scale digital products
  • Coordinate with Digital Creation Centers on design handoffs and scaling requirements
  • Flex across pods based on demand, providing surge support during peak periods
  • Create responsive designs optimized for multiple platforms and devices
  • Build interactive prototypes for user testing and stakeholder reviews
  • Maintain and expand design system components ensuring consistency and reusability
  • Create comprehensive design documentation including specifications and guidelines
  • Support design tool adoption and configuration across pods
  • Track design metrics including velocity, quality, and adoption rates
  • Coordinate design reviews ensuring feedback is actionable and timely
  • Manage design asset libraries and version control
  • Build templates and starter kits accelerating design delivery
  • Ensure design files are organized for efficient collaboration
  • Train CX Leads on rapid prototyping techniques and tools
  • Create design templates and components for self-service use
  • Support Communities of Practice with design expertise and best practices
  • Mentor junior designers and provide growth opportunities
  • Document design patterns and successful approaches
  • Lead design workshops and training sessions
  • Build design evaluation criteria and review processes
  • Enable non-designers to create basic prototypes independently

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Design or related field
  • 6+ years of progressive design experience with focus on digital products
  • Expert proficiency in Figma including components, variants, and auto-layout
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating system design thinking
  • Experience with accessibility standards and inclusive design
  • Proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines
  • Experience mentoring and enabling non-designers
  • Strong presentation and communication skills
  • Demonstrated 'AI-first' mindset with a proven willingness to challenge traditional design paradigms and adopt augmented workflows to radically accelerate delivery cycles
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while fostering collaboration and a high-performing team culture
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable product decisions
  • Excellent communication and storytelling skills to align diverse stakeholders around design goals and outcomes
  • Demonstrated ability to lead without authority through ambiguity and deliver high-impact solutions quickly
Benefits
  • 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
  • Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
  • Paid vacation
  • Holiday and personal days
  • Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
  • Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
prototypingaccessibility compliancedesign documentationdesign system componentsresponsive designdesign metricsversion controldesign templatesdesign patternssystem design thinking
Soft Skills
mentoringcommunication skillscollaborationanalytical skillspresentation skillsstorytellingleadershipadaptabilityproblem-solvingtime management
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Design