Sr. Manager, Operations Design

Company: 23andMe, Inc
Location: Sunnyvale
Posted on: April 5, 2021

Job Description:

Our multidisciplinary design organization is looking for a Director of Design Operations to lead our upstream project strategies and streamline the creative processes. At 23andMe, design plays a pivotal role in how people think about genetics, ancestry, health, and lifestyle. Considering every detail, you will help facilitate the creation of highly imaginative, intuitive, beautiful experiences and, above all else, experiences that empower individuals to gain insight into and take action on their personal genetic information. Who we are Since 2006, 23andMe's mission has been to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. We are a group of passionate individuals pushing the boundaries of what's possible to help turn genetic insight into better health and personal understanding. What you'll do

• Define and implement the operational strategies for all big picture design projects.
• Establish streamlined program management processes tailored to a variety of creative projects.
• Build and represent best practices for strong relationships and open flow of information across Operations, Engineering, Marketing, Product, and the broader Design organization.
• Manage the Design organization project schedules, budget, and resources, including contractors, consultants, and agencies.
• Support and maintain the health of the team through transparent and consistent communication.-- What you'll bring
  • 10+ years of work experience in management with a proven ability to motivate and lead diverse teams.
  • Track record of developing and implementing high level program strategies for future projects with excellent attention to detail.
  • Experience building relationships with cross-functional teams, advocating for design, brand, research, and user experience continuity.
  • Experience managing program budgets and allocating resources.
  • Experience working on global projects with local teams.
  • Ability to pivot through creative problem-solving.
  • Genuine passion for health, science, and education.
  • Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree a plus. About Us 23andMe, Inc. is the leading consumer genetics and research company. Our mission is to help people access, understand and benefit from the human genome. The company was named by MIT Technology Review to its "50 Smartest Companies, 2017" list, and named one of Fast Company's "25 Brands That Matter Now, 2017". 23andMe has over 5 million customers worldwide, with -85 percent of customers consented to participate in research. 23andMe is located in Sunnyvale, CA. More information is available at www.23andMe.com . At 23andMe, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at accommodations-ext@23andme.com. 23andMe will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law. Please note: 23andMe does not accept agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Thank you.

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