Principal Product Designer

$120,000 - $210,000/Yr

Veeva Systems - Pleasanton, CA

Full-time - Principal

Remote - Pleasanton, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Principal Product Designer at Veeva Systems, you will be instrumental in shaping the design of our CRM product suite. This role involves leading design direction for both web and mobile applications, mentoring fellow designers, and collaborating closely with product and engineering teams to create exceptional user experiences. Your contributions will directly impact the life sciences industry, helping to deliver innovative solutions that enhance patient care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the vision and strategy for product design across our platform, ensuring consistency and excellence in both web and mobile experiences
• Drive the evolution of our design system, establishing patterns and components that scale across products
• Create high-fidelity designs, interactive prototypes, and detailed specifications
• Mentor and guide other designers, fostering a culture of design excellence and innovation
• Partner with Product and Engineering leadership to influence product strategy and roadmap
• Champion user-centered design practices throughout the organization
• Facilitate design reviews and provide constructive feedback to raise the bar for design quality

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in UX/UI design, with 3+ years focusing on enterprise software
• Exceptional visual design skills with a strong portfolio demonstrating web and mobile app design
• Deep expertise in modern design tools (Figma) and design systems
• Proven track record of shipping complex enterprise products
• Strong understanding of product development lifecycle and agile methodologies
• Experience leading and mentoring other designers
• Excellence in interaction design, typography, layout, and visual hierarchy
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and basic front-end development principles
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Nice-to-haves

• Background in leading design system initiatives
• Understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design principles
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing
• Strong presentation and storytelling abilities
• Knowledge of data visualization and complex UI patterns
• Experience with motion design and micro-interactions
• Previous experience in dynamic, agile environments

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• Flexible PTO and company paid holidays
• Retirement programs
• 1% charitable giving program