Design Director jobs in Somerset, NJ

When you join Verizon

Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect around the world. We’re a human network that reaches across the globe and works behind the scenes. We anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together—lifting up our communities and striving to make an impact to move the world forward. If you’re fueled by purpose, and powered by persistence, explore a career with us. Here, you’ll discover the rigor it takes to make a difference and the fulfillment that comes with living the #NetworkLife.

At our core, we are dedicated to enriching lives by bridging the gap between individuals and premium wireless experiences that not only meet but exceed expectations in value and quality. We believe that everyone deserves access to seamless, reliable, and affordable wireless solutions that enhance their day-to-day lives, connecting them to what matters most. By joining our team, you'll play a pivotal role in this mission, working towards delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions that open up a world of possibilities. We're not just in the business of technology; we're in the business of connecting people, empowering them to explore, share, and engage with the world around them in ways they never thought possible.

Building on our commitment to connect people with quality experiences that offer the best value in wireless, let's delve deeper into how we strategically position our diverse portfolio to cater to a broad spectrum of needs and preferences. Our portfolio, comprising 11 distinct brands, is meticulously organized into five families, each designed to address specific market segments and distribution channels to maximize reach and impact.

• Total by Verizon & Verizon Prepaid:  At the forefront, we have Total by Verizon and Verizon Prepaid, our flagship brands available at Verizon exclusive and/or national/retail stores. Verizon Prepaid continues to maintain a robust and loyal consumer base, while Total by Verizon is on a rapid ascent, capturing the hearts of more customers with its compelling offerings. 

• Straight Talk, TracFone, and Walmart Family Mobile: Straight Talk, Tracfone, and Walmart Family Mobile stand as giants in our brand portfolio, boasting significant presence in Walmart. Their extensive reach and solidified position in the market underscore our commitment to accessible, high-quality wireless solutions across diverse retail environments.

• Visible: Visible, as a standalone brand family, caters to the digitally-savvy, single-line customers who prefer streamlined, online-first interactions. This brand is a testament to our adaptability, embracing the digital evolution of customer engagement.

• Simple Mobile: Carving out a niche of its own, Simple Mobile shines as the premier choice among authorized resellers. Its consistent recognition as the most carried brand in Wave7 Research’s prepaid dealer survey for 36 consecutive quarters speaks volumes about its popularity and reliability.

• SafeLink: SafeLink remains dedicated to serving customers through government subsidies. With a strategic pivot towards Lifeline in the absence of ACP, SafeLink continues to fulfill its mission of providing essential communication services to those in need.

Join the team that connects people with quality experiences that give them the best value in wireless.

What you'll be doing...

The Senior Director, Experience Design will be the Head of Design For Verizon Value Experiences, and will be responsible for:

• Oversight of a full organization of design teams, including journey-aligned digital experience design teams: Shopping (Learn, Buy, Get), Onboarding (Activate, Use, Support), and Managing (Profile, Payment, Account Management). 

• Oversight of channel experience design teams focused on specific channel interactions, including Conversational and Retail.  

• Building strong relationships with business and engineering partners.

• Driving customer centricity across all Verizon Value experiences (digital channels, assisted channels, and products).

• Ensuring cross-functional collaboration, knowledge management, and delivery of CX and business priorities. 

• Ensuring overall design excellence, including leadership and management of all Value focused design leaders across geographies.

What we're looking for....

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in design or a related field, or 12 or more years of relevant design experience leading multi-disciplinary design teams to solve complex design problems

• Experience leading design teams focused on consumer experiences, ideally in the connectivity space.

• Experience working with executive stakeholders to:

  • shape projects to address business problems and technical possibilities

  • set expectations and facilitate alignment on requirements, process timelines, and deliverables

  • persuasively present design solutions and explain their benefit to the customer and the business

• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor to teams who: 

  • Digest and translate complex business and technical requirements 

  • Plan, gather, and synthesize user needs 

  • Create world-class design solutions

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.