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Full-Time

Director of Product Design

Growth and Revenue

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Match Group

Match Group

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides online dating and social discovery

Consumer Software
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$220k - $245kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
Product Strategy
Product
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
UI/UX Design
Communications
Marketing
Product Design
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience leading a product design team, ideally focusing on growth and revenue projects. Proven leadership experience in managing and mentoring design teams.
  • Ability to balance high-level strategic thinking with detailed design work. Comfortable guiding your team through complex, ambiguous challenges.
  • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, UX/UI best practices, and the ability to translate business goals into compelling designs.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with experience working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong ability to use data to inform design decisions and measure success.
  • A history of innovative thinking and a passion for pushing design boundaries to achieve business goals.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Design, HCI, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and mentor a group of designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment and ensuring high-quality design across all growth and revenue projects.
  • Develop a design strategy that aligns with Tinder’s business goals, focusing on user acquisition, retention, and monetization. You’ll balance strategic thinking with hands-on design work, guiding your team through every stage of the process.
  • Actively participate in the design process, contributing directly to projects when needed. Lead by example in both your design work and strategic thinking.
  • Work closely with Product, Engineering, and Marketing teams to identify opportunities and deliver impactful design solutions that support key business metrics. Ensure alignment and clarity between design and other teams.
  • Provide guidance and support to your team, helping them navigate complex and ambiguous challenges. Foster a culture of continuous learning and development.
  • Ensure that design decisions are driven by user research, data analysis, and a deep understanding of user behavior, advocating for the user at every stage of the product lifecycle.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends and new technologies. Continuously explore new design methods and tools to enhance the user experience and drive growth.
  • Clearly communicate design strategies and concepts to senior leadership and other stakeholders, showing how design contributes to business goals.
  • Use data to measure the success of design initiatives, iterating on designs to improve performance and user satisfaction.

Match Group leverages the Swipe feature® and social discovery, facilitating deeper connections through its portfolio of online dating brands, with a global presence and availability in over 40 languages.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$400M

Headquarters

Dallas, Texas

Founded

1986

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Activist investors like Starboard and Elliott Investment Management are pushing for product innovation and margin improvement, which could lead to significant growth and enhanced performance.
  • The acquisition of The League and partnerships like the one with Lyft indicate Match Group's commitment to expanding its services and improving user experience.
  • The appointment of Renate Nyborg as CEO of Tinder brings fresh leadership that could drive new strategic initiatives and innovation.

What critics are saying

  • Ongoing legal issues, including the $2 billion lawsuit by Tinder founder Sean Rad and accusations of violating federal securities laws, could result in financial and reputational damage.
  • Pressure from activist investors may lead to short-term strategic changes that could disrupt long-term stability and employee morale.

What makes Match Group unique

  • Match Group's portfolio includes a diverse range of dating apps, from mainstream options like Tinder to niche, exclusive platforms like The League, setting it apart from competitors with less varied offerings.
  • The company's strategic acquisitions, such as The League and muzmatch, allow it to tap into specific market segments and expand its user base.
  • Match Group's introduction of human matchmakers to its algorithm-driven app demonstrates a unique blend of technology and personal touch, enhancing user experience.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Charitable Matching Program

Retirement Matching Funds

Training and Education Allowance

Performance Bonuses

Mental Health Counseling