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VP, User Experience and Design Innovation (Remote Eligible)

Smartsheet
Location
Bellevue, WA, USA
Posted
19 days ago
Department
User Experience (UX)
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 15+ years of experience in a highly cross-functional role running strategic projects from idea through implementation
  • 15+ years leading and building UX, design, research, or content organizations
  • Experience as a manager of managers with P&L responsibility
  • Demonstrated experience driving AI adoption within a design, research, content, or software delivery organization
  • Deep expertise in research methodologies, design strategy, content strategy, and localization best practices for global B2B SaaS platforms
  • Working knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG)
What the job really is

As the VP of User Experience and Design Innovation at Smartsheet, you will lead a multi-disciplinary team focused on product design, research, and AI-driven software delivery. Your role involves defining and driving strategies for AI integration across design and user experience, mentoring senior leaders, and ensuring high-quality standards in user experience. You will collaborate closely with executive leadership to align UX initiatives with business goals and elevate the strategic voice of UX within the organization.

Benefits
  • Employer subsidized medical/vision and dental coverage for full-time employees
  • 401k Match to help you save for your future
  • Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity
  • Flexible Time Away Program, plus Sick Time Off
  • Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans
  • 12 paid holidays per year
Things to weigh
  • No specific details on team size or structure provided
  • Role involves significant responsibility for AI strategy, which may require adapting to rapid changes in technology
  • High-level position may involve pressure to deliver results quickly
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