Senior Manager, Product Design

Capital One

. Lead a team of designers building internal platforms used by Capital One associates to develop AI-powered applications .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $182,500 - $249,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading design teams and managing design portfolios while leveraging human-centered methodologies and data-driven insights to shape product direction and outcomes. Proficient in design and prototyping tools, particularly Figma, with a strong focus on collaboration across product, technology, and business domains.

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Product Design LeadershipFigma ProficiencyDesign System ContributionHuman-Centered MethodologiesStakeholder Influence

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Hard Skills

Product DesignPrototypingDesign Artifacts DevelopmentUser Insights AnalysisDesign Backlog ManagementComplex Problem SolvingDesign Portfolio ManagementVision Story CreationJourney MappingHigh-Fidelity Design

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationTraining and DevelopmentInfluencing Stakeholders

Tools & Technologies

FigmaDesign SystemsDesign FrameworksInternal PlatformsAI-Powered Applications

Industry Keywords

Capital OneData-Heavy Problem SpacesRegulated EnvironmentsEnterprise GenAI PlatformProduct Strategy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of designers building internal platforms used by Capital One associates to develop AI-powered applications
Define the experience strategy and vision for the enterprise GenAI platform
Manage the design backlog
Elevate design talent across the team through training and development
Partner with platform product managers and engineering leaders
Dive into platform infrastructure and technical stack to empower teams across the company
Co-create innovative solutions to complex problems and drive product strategy
Oversee and optimize appropriate tools, platforms, frameworks, and design systems
Develop design artifacts including vision stories, journey maps, blueprints, high-fidelity designs, and prototypes
Set goals aligned to broader portfolio strategy and manage stakeholders
Shape product direction and outcomes using design expertise, user insights, and business understanding
Drive alignment across product, technology, and business partners
Advocate for human-centered methodologies using data and research insights
Manage the design portfolio, including pivoting, redirecting, and adjusting scope as needed
Own problem-solving approaches and balance competing priorities
Collaborate across the organization to support workstream projects
Present work across levels and job functions to influence stakeholders and achieve results

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 6 years of experience in a Product Design role
At least 6 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma
At least 2 years of experience in a people leadership role
Strong portfolio demonstrating leadership, process, results, and impact
Preferred: at least 8 years of experience in Product Design
Preferred: at least 8 years of experience in design and prototyping tools such as Figma
Experience working with and contributing to an established design system
Experience collaborating with product, tech, and business leaders
Experience leading design projects or teams
Experience working in heavily regulated, data-heavy problem spaces
Applicants must not require employer immigration sponsorship or immigration-related support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses and/or long-term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive health, financial, and other benefits supporting total well-being
Reasonable accommodations for applicants who require them