Senior Product Design Manager

About the role: We’re looking for a Senior Product Design Manager to lead and grow a high-performing team shaping delightful, effective experiences used by millions of learners. You’ll manage designers, set quality and craft standards, partner closely with product and engineering, and drive strategy and execution for a critical product area. This role reports into the Head of Design for Growth and sits within Duolingo’s Design team.   :brain:  You will... Grow and lead a talented, diverse, inclusive team of product designers and design leaders who consistently deliver high-quality work and learner-focused outcomes. Develop your team’s skills and careers, giving clear, actionable feedback and coaching toward greater scope and impact. Partner deeply with Product and Engineering leaders to set strategy, plan effectively, and hit product and business metrics. Uphold and elevate a high bar for design craft and usability across end-to-end experiences, from visual design to interaction details and animation. Use data and experimentation to inform decisions, measure outcomes, and iterate for impact. Work directly with executives and our CEO in building excellent products.  Champion a creative, learner-first culture that balances bold bets with rigorous, data-driven improvements. :check:  You have... 8+ years in product design with proven people management experience at a comparable tech company.