Principal Product Designer, News App

The New York Times

Remote
Base: $188,000 - $225,000 usd; bonus/equity: not s...
Remote
Ios and android best practices
Figma, play or cursor proficiency
User-centered design principles
The New York Times is seeking a Principal Product Designer for their News App team, a remote position focused on enhancing user experience across digital platforms. The ideal candidate will have over ten years of experience in user-centered design, specifically for web and app products, and will play a key role in product strategy and mentorship

Job Summary

  • The News App team shapes how millions of readers experience The New York Times on iOS and Android, designing interfaces for content discovery and engagement.
  • Principal Product Designers are influential individual contributors focused on cross-team collaboration, guiding product strategy, and mentoring junior designers.
  • The role requires a portfolio showcasing 10+ years of experience in user-centered design, digital product design, and facilitating cross-functional alignment.

Matching Summary

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The New York Times is seeking a Principal Product Designer for their News App team, a remote position focused on enhancing user experience across digital platforms. The ideal candidate will have over ten years of experience in user-centered design, specifically for web and app products, and will play a key role in product strategy and mentorship.

Salary

Base: $188,000 - $225,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • iOS and Android best practices
  • Figma, Play or Cursor proficiency
  • user-centered design principles
  • cross-functional collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • visual design principles
  • systems thinking
  • user behavior nuances
  • positive engagement design

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years experience designing digital products
  • 10+ years experience facilitating alignment
  • 10+ years experience working with data teams
  • 10+ years experience creating compelling narratives
  • Portfolio of work with 10+ years experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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