Staff Product Designer, New Initiatives

<h2>Role Description</h2> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Dropbox is looking for a Staff Product Designer to lead design for CompanyOS within the New Initiatives Org. </span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">CompanyOS is an AI‑native operating system for work </span><span class="thread-103878444070643746275673 author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">that Dropbox uses internally</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z"> to plan, execute, and measure the most critical initiatives happening across the company.</span></p> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">In this role, you’ll have the opportunity partnering directly with OCEO</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z h-lparen">(Office</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z"> of the CEO), product, and engineering to turn ambiguous problems into clear, intuitive workflows that deliver real impact for Dropboxers.</span></p> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Reporting into the Director of Product for New Initiatives, the ideal candidate combines deep product taste with strong execution, has a track record of designing new products from scratch, and is obsessed with customers while thriving in zero-to-one environments with high ambiguity and autonomy.</span></p> <h2>Responsibilities</h2> <ul> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Collaborate with cross-functional teams, OCEO</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z h-lparen">(Office</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z"> of the CEO), engineering, and product, to define and drive the user experience and interface of CompanyOS.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Develop and iterate on wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to communicate design ideas, and user flows effectively.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and inform design decisions.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Translate complex technical concepts and requirements into intuitive, accessible, and engaging user experiences.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Push design quality with Dropbox design systems and collaborate with engineering to ship quality experiences.&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Incorporate feedback from stakeholders, team members, and users to refine and improve the user experience of CompanyOS continually.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Stay informed of the competitive landscape, industry trends, and emerging technologies in the AI and productivity spaces, using these insights to inform your design work.</span></li> </ul> <h2>Requirements</h2> <ul> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">10+ years of experience in product design.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Exceptional craft and attention to detail in visual design, interaction design, and prototyping.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Proficiency with prototyping tools to showcase complex features and web flows.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Strong customer obsession with extensive experience leveraging UX research for foundational insights and iterative design.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Experience spanning the full product lifecycle, from discovery to launch and iteration, turning ambiguous problems and big ideas into a product and executing it flawlessly.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Ownership mindset with a proactive approach to driving projects and teams forward.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Excellent communication skills and comfortable presenting demos to an executive audience, talking to customers, and aligning with cross-functional partners.</span></li> </ul> <div> <h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2> <ul> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Experience with 0-1 product initiatives.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Experience collaborating with an executive audience, incorporating strategic direction, and presenting design recommendations.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qoxwz73zz68zhodz90zz88zkmz66zjz73zz79z9fz122zz76zuz69z84z88zvhwz80zrdjz72z">Proven ability to design highly complex, multi-step workflows with significant decision depth and interdependencies.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotv4z67zz122zz73zz71zvz67zt9z65ztz67ziuz70z3nz78zwz77zq1kz89zz90zz85zz68zm6u">Familiarity with and passion for AI/ML and other emerging technologies.</span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <div> <h2 data-usually-unique-id="044234883370604133046166"><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz81zqz90zkz74zz76zeez80zz68zz89zz88zvqz86zuxlz73zexxz80zz73z6d6z72zz79zsz77z">Compensation</span></h2> </div> </div><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">US Zone 1</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$222,700</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$301,300 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">US Zone 2</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$200,400</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$271,200 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">US Zone 3</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$178,200</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$241,000 USD</span></div></div></div>