Principal UX Product Designer

Welcome to Target: Where Design Meets Innovation

At Target, we're on a mission to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do, and we're passionate about creating a work environment that's inclusive, supportive, and empowering. As a Principal UX Product Designer, you'll be joining a talented team of design, content, research, and accessibility practitioners who are dedicated to improving and innovating our digital experiences for Target's guests, team members, and partners.

About Our Global UX Team

Our Global UX team is a dynamic and collaborative group of experts who are passionate about designing tangible, inspiring, and impactful solutions that serve all aspects of our business. We pride ourselves on creating user-centered experiences that increase ease, simplicity, value, and delight for every touchpoint. As a Principal Product Designer, you'll play a critical role in shaping Target's digital experience and contributing to business growth.

About the Role: Principal UX Product Designer

We're looking for a seasoned design professional with a proven track record in delivering exceptional user-centered experiences within a dynamic retail environment. As a Principal Product Designer within our Inspire & Motivate team, you'll be at the forefront of Target's evolving digital experience, shaping it for our guests and contributing to business growth. Your focus will include defining and implementing the strategy for our Home and Category Pages, Header, Footer, and Site Navigation, evolving the off and on-platform journey and experience architecture for our guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set UX strategy and vision for product experience across digital platforms, influencing investment, collaborations, and the balance of new vs. iteration
• Skillfully lead and coordinate collaborative efforts among diverse cross-functional teams and engage effectively with senior-level stakeholders
• Navigate complexity and ambiguity while delivering impact for guests and the business
• Hold design work to a high standard of craft, including accessibility, content, user research, information architecture, interaction design, visual design
• Drive strategy for, and creation of, design deliverables representative of the design process phase, such as journey maps, wireframes, user flows, UI design, and prototypes
• Champion both qualitative and quantitative research methods in design decisions and rationale
• Influence and advance a culture of human-centered practice within UX, product, and engineering teams
• Support the development of junior product designers and contribute to advancing the broader practice of UX at Target

About You: The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for an experienced product designer with 10+ years of relevant product design work. You should have expert proficiency in UX and product design, coupled with adeptness in organizing, planning, and taking ownership of the design process. You possess expert strategic problem-solving, systems thinking, and collaboration skills, and you're proficient in product design and prototyping tools (i.e., Figma).

Essential Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in product design, with a focus on user-centered design principles
• Expert proficiency in UX and product design, including accessibility, content, user research, information architecture, interaction design, and visual design
• Strong strategic problem-solving, systems thinking, and collaboration skills
• Proficiency in product design and prototyping tools (i.e., Figma)
• Proven ability to effectively use data and insights to set direction and communicate approach
• Strong experience collaborating with and delivering presentations to executive leadership, employing effective storytelling techniques

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a dynamic retail environment
• Knowledge of design systems and their application in complex digital ecosystems
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and design sprints
• Experience with A/B testing and experimentation
• Strong understanding of business goals and metrics, and how design can impact them

Skills and Competencies:

To be successful in this role, you'll need to possess a range of skills and competencies, including:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:

At Target, we're committed to helping our team members grow and develop in their careers. As a Principal UX Product Designer, you'll have access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including:

• Professional development courses and training programs
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced designers and leaders
• Opportunities to attend industry conferences and events
• Access to a range of design tools and resources

Work Environment and Company Culture:

Our work environment is collaborative, dynamic, and empowering. We believe in creating a culture that's inclusive, supportive, and fun, and we're committed to helping our team members thrive. As a Principal UX Product Designer, you'll be working remotely or in a hybrid environment, depending on your needs and preferences.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary range of $160,900.00 - $289,700.00, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition to your salary, you'll also be eligible for a range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health benefits and programs
• 401(k) and employee discount
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid sick leave, national holidays, and vacation time

Conclusion:

If you're a passionate and experienced product designer who's looking for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you. As a Principal UX Product Designer at Target, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our digital experience and contribute to business growth. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding new role.

Submit Your Application:

Seize this opportunity to make a significant impact. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding new role.