Principal Program Manager, Design Operations

Job Requisition ID #26WD99349POSITION OVERVIEWThe Principal Design Operations Program Manager will help our Experience Design (XD) team within the Product Design and Manufacturing Solutions (PDMS) organization operate more effectively by driving and managing programs to enhance team health, improve design efficiency and process, and increase design alignment across teams and with business partners.Our ideal candidate will be a systems thinker who is an excellent communicator and collaborator. They should be equally skilled in both managing established programs, which require strong organization, communication, and task management skills, and in identifying opportunities for improvement, applying design thinking to create successful solutions. It’s a position that requires scalability, from strategic thinking to detailed tactical implementation.A successful candidate should also be comfortable diving into complexity, navigating ambiguity and adapting to changing priorities. Sound judgement is essential – knowing what challenges to invest in and what challenges to deprioritize. Confidence and excellent relationship and networking skills are also critical as this role requires working across teams to connect dots and enhance collaboration and effectiveness.This is a remote position open to candidates in US / Canada (PST / MST).RESPONSIBILITIESOwn and/or manage programs and initiatives that improve design team success (team health, design efficiency, and/or design impact). This includes:Establishing the program goals, strategy, operating model, and governance, navigating ambiguity and aligning stakeholdersExecuting program tactics, from goal and scope setting to conclusion, within defined schedule, budget, and quality parameters. Identifying issues and driving them to resolutionIdentifying connections to other programs, teams, and partners and engaging key stakeholders to align program goals for mutual successPlanning and facilitating meetings, creating key communications, and keeping team and program on track with commitmentsDesign and lead design sprints to accelerate design of user-facing products and of internal programs and servicesCoach and support design team members, in achievement of design adjacent tasks such as work prioritization, level-of-effort estimating, asset management, and knowledge sharingDesign and implement new ways of working that further DesignOps effectiveness and goals, using design thinking methods, and collaborating with team members and key stakeholdersAid DesignOps scalability through designing, documenting, and sharing best practices and resourcesHelp champion the growth of DesignOps, working with other teams within Autodesk to align, share and support the growth of the discipline across the companyMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience4+ years design program management experience within a software environmentFamiliarity with user-centered design practices, UX tools and techniques, and software development methods, primarily AgileStrong track record in above requirements, particularly in standing up and managing programs and completing significant initiatives successfully and in leading design sprints / workshopsExcellent project management skillsFluency with the SDLC and working with cross-functional teams to improve it, especially the design team’s roleSolid foundation in AI and experience helping designers improve their AI fluency. Up-to-date in latest AI features/tools for designersDemonstrated strong writing, reporting, and documentation skills (examples may be required)Strong verbal and presentation skillsAbility to travel when needed, likely 10% or lessLearn MoreAbout AutodeskWelcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!Salary transparencySalary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $111,000 and $199,650. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For Canada based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $109,000 and $159,500. Offers ar