Principal Designer, Content Discovery at NBCUniversal | New York, USA | $170K/yr – $220K/yr

NBCUniversal

Principal Designer, Content Discovery

New York, USA (Hybrid)

$170K/yr – $220K/yrSenior Level10+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead end-to-end UX design for advanced content discovery and AI-driven experiences, guiding cross-functional teams with a focus on scalable, international-ready solutions.

Own problem framing and design direction for discovery initiatives
Must-have: 10+ years of design leadership and cross-functional impact
Standout: mentorship, design systems, and strategic collaboration with PM/Engineering/Data/Research

Job Description

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end design for complex content discovery initiatives (e.g., AI Search, Bento-powered metadata experiences, mobile discovery evolution).
Translate loose or ambiguous problem spaces into clear frameworks, hypotheses, and design directions.
Deliver production-ready UX designs in alignment with overarching business and UX goals for both domestic and international audiences.
Identify actionable insights and ensure they align with the long-term design and product strategy.
Drive alignment among stakeholders and leadership on research insights and design decisions.
Rapidly drive progress of existing work (experience designs, UX guides, information architecture, visual designs) to project completion.
Partner closely with PM, Engineering, Data, and Research to define requirements, scope, dependencies, and success criteria.
Collaborate with larger UX team in ideation and concept explorations throughout project lifecycles, facilitating and driving UX solutions, discussions, and planning while maintaining project oversight until project completion.
Maintain a critical eye and an obsessive attention to detail.
Lead others. Grow talent. Provide creative direction and mentorship to designers and define patterns and practices for the team and the product.

Requirements

Degree in design, computer science, human factors, or equivalent work experience
Design professional with 10 or more years of relevant work experience
Proven experience as a design leader with the ability to direct others through the creative process
Ability to clearly communicate design solutions to stakeholders.
Understanding of interaction design principles
Proven proficiency in Figma, Adobe Suite, Microsoft 365, and Jira.
Has experience in and knowledge of UX/prototyping development and motion graphics best practices.
Excellent collaborative skills with critical thinking and creative problem-solving abilities
Ability to operate independently and manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment
Strong portfolio of solid web, mobile, and multimedia required

Benefits

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

NBCUniversal

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Founded in 1926

New York, New York, USA

48K employees (18,533 in marketing)

www.NBCUniversal.com