Principal Product Designer – AR/VR/XR

The Walt Disney Company

. Lead and inspire a small team of designers through early-phase generative research, concept discovery, rapid prototyping, and iterative design for XR and spatial computing experiences .

Posted 4/21/2026full-timeSanta Monica • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $167,700 - $224,900 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and inspire a small team of designers through early-phase generative research, concept discovery, rapid prototyping, and iterative design for XR and spatial computing experiences
Define the product strategy and user experience vision for Disney+ on XR platforms, collaborating with PM, Engineering, and Research partners
Translate abstract product concepts into spatial systems, gestures, and storytelling-driven interfaces
Drive alignment across product, engineering, and executive stakeholders through storytelling, clear design documentation, and product vision presentations
Establish high standards of visual and interaction design craft that can evolve with emerging technologies
Champion accessibility, inclusivity, and user comfort in immersive environments
Mentor designers and foster a culture of confidence, accountability, and continuous learning
Partner with the DesignOps and Design Systems teams to evolve shared tools, processes, and libraries for immersive design
Stay close to users through research and experimentation, helping define what “watching” means in 3D, spatial, and mixed-reality contexts

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience designing for consumer products or platforms
At least 2 years exploring XR/VR/AR or spatial interfaces
Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience
Proven ability to lead design strategy and execution from concept to launch in cross-functional environments
A portfolio demonstrating strong UX systems thinking, visual excellence, and interaction design across screen-based and emerging interfaces
Experience guiding or managing teams of mid-to-senior designers
Expert knowledge of user-centered design, prototyping, and storytelling techniques
Deep understanding of design for 3D environments, spatial ergonomics, or immersive interaction paradigms
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to drive alignment across disciplines
Comfort navigating ambiguity and turning new technology opportunities into human experiences

Benefits

Comp & perks

A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package
full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered

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Hard Skills & Tools

UX designprototypinguser-centered designinteraction designspatial design3D environmentsstorytelling techniquesdesign strategydesign systemsdesign documentation

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcommunicationpresentation skillscollaborationaccountabilityconfidencecontinuous learningstorytellingnavigating ambiguity

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeequivalent work experience