Overview

Join Esri’s exceptional designers that lead high-impact UX and foundational design projects that shape the experience of millions of users on Esri.com. In this role, you’ll manage digital design initiatives from kickoff through delivery, partnering closely with key stakeholders to drive results. You’ll help build scalable foundational design processes, redefine UX documentation, and ensure consistent, user-centered experiences across our digital ecosystem.

Responsibilities

Manage design-driven projects: Plan, execute, and deliver complex UX and foundational design initiatives on time and within scope. Manage schedules, requirements, dependencies, and resourcing across multiple workstreams.
Coordinate cross-functional teams: Partner with cross-functional PMO, development, and marketing to define project goals, milestones, and deliverables. Facilitate key meetings, ensure clear communication, and maintain alignment across teams.
Communicate with clarity: Provide regular updates on timelines, risks, and progress to stakeholders and leadership. Serve as the central point of contact for project status and decision-making.
Drive change management: Improve workflows, documentation, and processes to help teams work more efficiently. Guide teams through new tools and methods and support smooth adoption.
Promote continuous improvement: Conduct retrospectives, identify opportunities for optimization, and help further a culture of learning and iteration.

Requirements

5+ years managing complex projects within large in-house UX, design, or digital creative agencies
Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)
Experience working closely with designers, researchers, and developers
Excellent communication and organizational skills across design, research, and marketing
Ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
Proficiency with PM tools (Asana, Workfront, Trello, Airtable, Microsoft Project)
Bachelor’s degree in project management, Design, Business, or related field
Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Recommended Qualifications

Experience managing large-scale UX, foundational design, or web experience projects
Project management or change management certifications (PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, Prosci)
Familiarity with UX workflows, design operations, and tools such as Figma, Power BI, Workfront, or Airtable
Knowledge of GIS or Esri products
Master’s degree in project management, Design, Business, Marketing, or a related field

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Total Rewards

Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is

$82,160—$138,320 USD

The Company

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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