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Design Manager of Global ApplicationsMeltwater Group • Washington, DC, United States
Design Manager of Global Applications

Design Manager of Global Applications

Meltwater Group • Washington, DC, United States
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Location : Washington, DC, United States

Date Posted : Sep 16, 2025

Category : Product Design

Overview

As the Design Manager of Global Applications, you will be responsible for managing our key Meltwater design system and AI-driven platform experiences. You will play a key role as a player / coach, driving intuitive use and industry-leading outcomes. Your role will involve working with other designers to further enhance global applications and design patterns, ensuring best-in-class interaction design, visual design, and new AI products. Additionally, you will be responsible for one direct design report to support Meltwater platform efforts.

Responsibilities

  • Creation and Craft : Execute and design strong user interfaces, user prototypes, wireframes, and visual designs. Use the most recent GenAI tools to provide sophisticated design prototypes and AI-driven solutions (e.g., Lovable, v0, Cursor). Also work in Figma to ensure pixel-perfect designs.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration : Proactively engage with designers and developers to ensure alignment with development requirements and systems documentation. Work with the UX design research team to identify user pain points, assess products, and identify UX opportunities.
  • User-Centered Advocacy : Champion user-centered design principles in all projects.
  • Process Guidance : Collaborate with teams to align Meltwater design efforts with core business objectives, execute UX priorities, and facilitate a strong design process to elevate our UI.
  • Mentorship & Leadership : Oversee the execution of one product designer, ensuring their work meets high standards in interaction design, UI, and human-centered design to produce new design patterns consistent with the platform.
  • Partnership Development : Collaborate with other product managers (PMs) and UX Directors to foster strong design ethics and outcomes.
  • Facilitation of Innovation : Lead teams through ideation, feasibility assessments, and story-mapping workshops to enhance design and development processes.
  • Communication : Be a strong storyteller to cross-functional leaders, developers, and stakeholders, promoting a holistic view of user experience.
  • Design Quality Assurance : Conduct UI reviews of design patterns through product-based evaluations and system-wide assessments.
  • Culture Building : Be a strong contributor to design culture while continuously helping the design practice grow.

What You'll Bring

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in Product Design / Visual UI Design / UI / UX.
  • At minimum 3-5 years of experience managing a design team.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years working in SaaS and enterprise applications.
  • Proven portfolio showcasing extensive UX / UI work and experience with AI tools such as Lovable, v0, or Cursor.
  • You have a point of view on industry best practices and design principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver products with a focus on final outcomes.
  • Strong communication skills for presenting ideas clearly to business stakeholders.
  • Strong experience collaborating with engineering teams to refine and develop UX.
  • Expert proficiency in Figma.
  • Strong understanding of the Design Thinking process stages.
  • Experience collaborating with other designers / design teams for system-wide improvements.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design or a related field.
  • Familiarity with front-end technologies such as React and MUI.
  • What We Offer

  • Enjoy flexible paid time off that allows you to have an enhanced work-life balance.
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision options.
  • 401(k) matching, life insurance, commuter benefits, and parental leave plans.
  • Complimentary CalmApp subscription for you and your loved ones.
  • Energetic work environment with a hybrid work style.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities to elevate your career.
  • Base Salary of $140 - 160K USD per year + 10% annual bonus paid in quarterly installments.
  • Our Story

    The sky is the limit at Meltwater.

    At Meltwater, we believe that when you have the right people in the right working environment, great things happen. Our best-in-class technology empowers our 27,000 customers around the world to analyze over a billion pieces of data each day and make better business decisions.

    Our award-winning culture is our north star and drives everything we do – from striving to create an environment where all employees do their best work, to delivering customer value by continuously innovating our products — and making sure to celebrate our successes and have fun along the way.

    We’re proud of our diverse team of 2,300+ employees in 50 locations across 25 countries around the world. No matter where you are, you’ll work with people who care about your success and get the support you need to reach your goals.

    So, in a nutshell, that\'s Meltwater. We love working here, and we think you will too.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    Meltwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and strive to provide a work environment free from discrimination and harassment.

    All employment decisions at Meltwater are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations.

    Meltwater does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we actively promote a culture of respect, fairness, and inclusivity. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply and join us in our mission to drive innovation and make a positive impact in the world.

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