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Salesforce, Inc..

Director of Design, Emerging Technology

Salesforce, Inc.., New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview

We're looking for a seasoned design leader who can shape how Salesforce and its customers experience cutting-edge technology. This role is about transforming complex emerging technologies into intuitive, delightful experiences that solve real business problems and accelerate customer value. You will be a

player-coach , leading by example while building and mentoring a small, nimble design team that thrives on experimentation, rapid iteration, and executing bold ideas. We ship production-ready MVPs in months, not years, and measure success by the impact we create. If you love working like a startup inside a global leader—and you're motivated by turning vision into tangible user experiences—this is your stage. Why Join Us

We operate like an innovation lab inside Salesforce—moving quickly, taking smart risks, and building products that shape the future of work. You'll work on high-visibility initiatives, partner with leaders across the company, and have the freedom to bring bold design ideas to life. If you're passionate about designing the future of human-technology interaction across various emerging technologies, we want to talk to you. What You'll Do

Define design vision and strategy

for emerging technology and the experiences across Salesforce that we influence, focusing on user-centered design that makes complex technology accessible and delightful Lead as a player-coach , balancing hands-on design work with team leadership, mentoring, and strategic direction Rapidly prototype with product partners

to validate concepts and communicate our vision across multiple projects and initiatives Build and hire a small, nimble design team

that can move quickly and adapt to evolving technology landscapes Pioneer UX best practices

for emerging technologies, including AI integration, next-generation interfaces, and innovative interaction patterns Drive rapid design experimentation

to validate concepts and iterate quickly, using user feedback and behavioral data to refine solutions Engage directly with customers and users

to conduct research, test prototypes, and uncover insights that drive design decisions Present design work and rationale

to executives, stakeholders, and at industry forums with compelling storytelling and clear design thinking Key Requirements

10+ years of experience in UX/product design, including 4+ years in leadership roles

delivering large-scale, high-impact digital products Hands-on design skills

with the ability to lead by example while building and mentoring a team Comfortable working with various cutting-edge technologies

and translating them into user-friendly experiences Rapid prototyping expertise

with strong collaboration skills to work closely with product teams in fast-paced, iterative environments Proven ability to hire and build small, high-performing teams

that can adapt quickly to new challenges and technologies Strong design execution skills : taking concepts from research through shipped experiences, with a portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design thinking Exceptional collaboration and communication skills

with the ability to advocate for users and design decisions across diverse teams and stakeholders Comfort with ambiguity and rapid iteration

in a fast-paced, startup-like environment with shifting priorities and evolving technology landscapes Portfolio demonstrating

complex problem-solving, systems thinking, and measurable impact on user experience and business outcomes across various technology domains Bachelor's degree in Design, related field; advanced degree in design or technical discipline a plus

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