In-Vehicle Digital Design Manager

In-vehicle digital experiences is the next unexplored frontier of innovation for user experience, mobility and A.I. to converge and shape the future of the foremost customer touchpoint for Ford.
As a Digital Design Manager, you will be responsible for leading the vision and executing on the production of the holistic digital experience for Ford and Lincoln global vehicle brands. You will work in collaboration with internal and external resources in the design, development and implementation of the next generation of driver-centric and infotainment experiences. You will gain exposure to our proven product development process and interact regularly with Senior Management. To succeed you must have a passion for creating exceptional interactive systems for global products and remarkable visual design expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a talented team of UX/UI Designers, 3D visualization artists, and Motion Graphic Designers who have a deep understanding and passion for product design
• Create strategies and deliver digital Centerstack, digital Instrument Cluster, HUD (heads-up-display), and any other pixels in a vehicle
• Exhibit passion for emerging technologies, new interaction models, product design, and perfection in visual design
• Coordinate visual design activities around digital experience with automotive Tier 1 and 2 suppliers and design agencies
• Prepare, build and operate digital and mobile experiences that support business objectives and provide optimal user experience
• Create and leverage automotive industry best practices with internal standards and expectations
• Work with cross-functional teams and manage relationships with internal and external business partners and technology service providers
• Managing project budgets
• Provide training to develop the knowledge base of other team members
• Lead the ongoing optimization of multiple digital experiences across platforms by assessing and leveraging analytics data, member feedback, third party expertise and competitive intelligence
• Research industry best practices; attend industry trade events and monitoring the competitive market place
• Create seamless experiences across multiple platforms
• Lead performance management efforts with business and technology partners to ensure optimal digital performance in support of business objectives
• Demonstrate adaptability and support continuous learning

• Bachelor’s degree in Interaction Design, User Experience or related design fields including Graphic Design and/or Transportation Design
• 5+ years of digital design experience required
• 2+ years of Management/Supervisory experience required (Art Director, Creative Director, etc.)

• Knowledge and application Human-Centered Design principles and approach
• Experience in agile UX design practices and rapid prototyping methods
• Excellent written, oral and visual communication skills
  
• Automotive experience preferred, not required