Principal Product Designer - US Based Remote

The Anywhere UX team is a quickly growing and rapidly evolving team being positioned as a thought leader in the company. We are seeking a talented and experienced Principal UX Designer to join our team and revolutionize the way people interact with real estate technology. As a Principal Designer at Anywhere Real Estate, you will be at the forefront of designing innovative software that helps streamline processes for our agents and brokers. Your visionary approach and leadership will drive the design team to new heights, creating applications that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional and profitable.Responsibilities

Design Leadership: Spearhead the development of design concepts that align with Anywhere Real Estate's vision and market trends. Provide expert guidance on all design-related decisions, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and innovation. Lead brainstorming sessions and design workshops to foster creativity and idea generation within the team

Design Excellence: Oversee multiple design projects from inception to completion. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, and Product Managers, to ensure seamless project execution. Develop project timelines, milestones, and deliverables in collaboration with the project management team.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, understanding their needs and translating them into compelling design solutions. Present design proposals and progress updates to partner teams and leadership, ensuring clear communication and stakeholder engagement. Act as the primary design contact, addressing concerns and ensuring a positive experience.

Mentorship: Mentor junior designers, providing guidance and feedback to help them grow professionally. Promote a culture of continuous learning and encourage the team to stay updated with the latest design trends and techniques.

UX Research: Collaborate closely with the UX research team to integrate user insights and data into design decisions. Utilize UX research to inform and validate design concepts, ensuring they meet user needs and enhance user satisfaction. Advocate for user-centered design principles across all projects, ensuring that user feedback is a critical component of the design process.

Design Operations (DesignOps): Work with Program management to develop and implement design operations strategies to streamline workflows and improve efficiency within the design team. Contribute to the selection and management of design tools, resources, and software, ensuring the team has access to cutting-edge technology. Establish metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of design initiatives and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field.

Proven track record (10+ years) of designing user experiences for web and mobile applications with at least 3 years in a leadership position.

Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, InVision, etc.).

Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.

Experience working with user research and usability testing.

Knowledge of current UX trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Strong understanding and advocacy for accessibility.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present and defend design decisions and strategies.

About AnywhereWelcome to Anywhere SM – It’s a new day for real estate, everywhere. Our purpose is to empower everyone’s next move. We are home to some of the most recognized names in real estate: Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate, CENTURY 21®, Coldwell Banker®, Coldwell Banker Commercial®, Corcoran®, ERA® and Sotheby’s International Realty®. We are one of the leading and most integrated providers of U.S. residential real estate services, encompassing franchise, brokerage, title and settlement, relocation as well as a mortgage joint venture.The Anywhere Advantage:Our People: We are stronger because of the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives our people bring to our business, every day.Our Products: We are building products to simplify and digitize the consumer experience of buying and selling a home.Our Technology: We are leading with an industry-first open technology ecosystem that enables freedom,flexibility, and choice for our customers.Our Integrity: We are deeply committed to being trusted partners who act with excellence and integrity in all we do.Anywhere Real Estate Inc. (http://www.anywhere.re/)  (NYSE: HOUS) is on a mission to empower everyone’s next move. Home to some of the most recognized brands in real estate Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate (https://www.bhgre.com/) , Century 21® (https://www.century21.com/) , Coldwell Banker® (https://www.coldwellbanker.com/) , Coldwell Banker Commercial® (https://www.cbcworldwide.com/) , Corcoran® (https://www.corcoran.com/) , ERA® (https://www.era.com/) , and Sotheby's International Realty® (https://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng)The Anywhere portfolio includes franchise and brokerage operations as well as national title, settlement, and relocation companies and nationally scaled mortgage origination and underwriting joint ventures.  Supporting approximately 1.5 million home transactions in 2021, Anywhere is focused on simplifying, digitizing and integrating the real estate transaction for all consumers, no matter where they may be in their home buying and selling journey.  With innovative products and technology, Anywhere fuels the productivity of its approximately 196,200 independent sales agents in the US and approximately 136,400 independent sales agents in 118 other countries and territories.At Anywhere Real Estate, diversity fuels success – for our company, for our employees, and for our industry. We strive to be a top destination for diverse talent, committed to creating a culture of belonging that empowers everyone’s next move. We pursue talent – strategic thinkers who are eager to always find a better way, relentlessly focus on talent, obsess about growth, and achieve exceptional results. We value diversity – respecting backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and beliefs. We develop our diverse talent base – through increasing representation in executive key leadership roles with actions including mentorship programs and partnerships with real estate associations that promote diversity and inclusion. Read more about our company’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in our annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report (https://assets.website-files.com/633f08923c4c519693723aa5/63f7690462db639dcd8b18deAnywhere%20CSR%20Report%202022.pdf) .You’ll find our commitment to diversity reflected in our achievements:

Recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies since 2011.

Anywhere has also been designated a Great Place to Work since 2019.

Recognized by Fortune as one of America’s Most Innovative Companies.

Honored by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Employers for Diversity and Top Female Friendly Companies.

With a diverse employee population, we know we will succeed together and move real estate to what’s next. We hope you’ll join us.EEO Statement: EOE including disability/veteran