We are seeking a full-time Lead Product Designer in our Cary, NC location. In this role, you will be responsible for user centered design and the conceptualization and design solutions, using skills and leadership to bring innovation.
Essential Functions
Contributes significant leadership to projects/programs which contribute directly to achievement of organizational objectives
May lead major research or product and/or application development project consisting of multiple modules or sub-projects
Creates research protocols to be carried out by others
Provides direction to other designers for defining new product behaviors
Reviews and provide feedbacks on all designs for a particular product type
Defines general approaches and specific solutions to technical problems considered cutting edge
Applies extensive design expertise and analysis to all assigned projects
Serves as a mentor to less experienced User Experience Designers (User Experience Designer 1, 2 & 3)
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Interactive Design, Human Factors, Visual Design or a Degree with an equivalent curriculum that teaches user centered design principles AND a minimum of 9 years relevant work experience OR a minimum of 13 years equivalent combination of education and relevant experience performing the essential functions of the Garmin Product Designer role
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Proven track record with leading design direction for multiple projects, and ensuring effective project planning leads to timely completion of project goals/objectives
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to produce exceptional design solutions for very broadly defined complex problems
Desired Qualifications
Excellent knowledge of and personal passion for Golf
Desired software skills: Figma, Unity, and/or other 2D/3D platforms for interactive design and production
Experience designing interactive content and interfaces specifically for sports
Experience working closely with Technical Artists and/or Developers
Examples of overcoming technical limitations and constraints in novel ways
Must have: At least one shipped product in which you were the lead design contributor
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
