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Director, Product Design User Interface
Washingtonpost
DC-Washington-TWP HeadquartersPosted Oct 30, 2026 · 3h ago$159K – $265K
$159K – $265KDirectorOn-siteMedia
About this role
Lead the visual and interaction design for The Washington Post's digital products, shaping a modern and coherent reader experience. You will own the design language, component systems, and quality standards, working closely with Product and Engineering to translate strategy into excellent execution. This role is distinct from broader design leadership, focusing on elevating interface craft and consistency across web, mobile, and emerging platforms.
What we are looking for
6- Define and evolve UI design language across web, mobile, and emerging platforms
- Establish high-quality bars for visual design, interaction, motion, and interface craft
- Lead development, adoption, and governance of a scalable design system with Engineering
- Create reusable components, patterns, and standards for cohesive product experiences
- Review and improve the quality of major product experiences, providing craft direction
- Mentor designers and strengthen visual and interaction design craft across the organization
