Lead Product Designer (Streaming)

Lead Product Designer (Streaming) Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more – all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney’s media business globally. Here are a few reasons why we think you’d love working here: Building the future of Disney’s media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney’s technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company’s brands and stories. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and solve complex, distinctive technical problems. Design is centrally responsible for the design supporting all consumer-facing and business products and tooling for the Disney Entertainment & ESPN portfolio, including sports, entertainment, enterprise, UX, creative services, and design research. Summary The Disney+ Product Design team is seeking a Lead Product Designer to shape the future of streaming entertainment across platforms including Living Room devices, Web, and Mobile. Disney+ is more than a platform—it’s how millions of viewers worldwide discover, connect with, and enjoy the stories they love. We’re looking for a design leader who thrives at the intersection of storytelling, technology, and user‑centered design, and who can craft experiences that keep audiences engaged in an increasingly competitive streaming landscape. What You’ll Do Define and lead product vision: Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Research to set design direction across key areas such as content discovery, personalization, playback, and cross‑platform experiences. Design for scale and global reach: Deliver solutions that serve millions of users worldwide, balancing cultural, technical, and accessibility considerations. Elevate user engagement: Translate data insights and research into experiences that drive retention, viewing time, and customer satisfaction. Lead design execution: Create process flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high‑fidelity mockups that set the bar for usability and craft. Champion experimentation: Partner with product teams to design and analyze A/B and multivariate tests that validate assumptions and optimize outcomes. Mentor and inspire: Coach and support designers at multiple levels, fostering growth, collaboration, and excellence across the team. Drive operational excellence: Ensure documentation and specifications are thorough, consistent, and ready for seamless handoff to engineering and QA. Be the voice of the viewer: Advocate for user needs in strategic conversations, ensuring every solution is ethical, delightful, and impactful. What You Bring Leadership Proven ability to lead end‑to‑end design initiatives, set vision, and drive alignment across teams. Experience mentoring designers, providing critique, and fostering a culture of craft and collaboration. Strategic Thinking Deep understanding of streaming and subscription ecosystems, with expertise in discovery, personalization, engagement, and retention. Ability to translate business objectives and audience insights into coherent product strategies. Craft Excellence Strong foundation in interaction, visual, and motion design principles, with a history of shipping high‑quality experiences at scale. Portfolio showcasing multi‑platform design work (CTV, Web, Mobile) with measurable impact on user experience and business outcomes. Collaboration & Influence Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to articulate design rationale and influence cross‑functional stakeholders. Demonstrated success building strong partnerships with Product, Engineering, and Research. User‑Centered & Data‑Informed Design Proficiency in user‑centered design methodologies, usability testing, and experimentation frameworks (A/B, MVT, etc.). Ability to balance qualitative insights and quantitative data to inform design decisions. Tools & Methods Expertise with Figma and modern prototyping tools. Familiarity with design systems, accessibility best practices, and platform‑specific guidelines. Basic Qualifications Minimum of 7 years of related work experience. Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience. Why You’ll Love Working Here Global impact: Your work will be experienced by millions of Disney+ subscribers across the world, shaping how they discover and enjoy stories. Creative culture: Join an award‑winning design team that values craft, innovation, and storytelling as much as business results. Challenging problems: Design for the unique complexities of the streaming space—personalization, engagement, retention—at massive scale. Cross‑functional collaboration: Partner with passionate teams across Product, Engineering, Research, and Content to build experiences that matter. Continuous learning: Be part of a culture that values mentorship, critique, and experimentation to push the boundaries of what’s possible in streaming. The Disney legacy: Work at the intersection of cutting‑edge technology and the world’s most beloved stories. The hiring range for this position in LosAngeles, CA is $138,900.00 to $186,200.00 per year; in SanFrancisco, CA is $152,100.00 to $203,900.00 per year; and in Seattle, WA is $145,400.00 to $195,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr