Reddit, Inc. Sr. Director of Design, Member Experiences / Mar 5, 2026

Sr. Director of Design, Member Experiences Reddit is a community of communities built on shared interests, passion, and trust. It is home to some of the most open and authentic conversations on the internet. Every day, millions of users submit, vote, and comment on the topics they care most about.

With 100,000+ active communities and approximately 121 million daily active unique visitors, Reddit is one of the largest sources of information and discussion online. Learn more at www.redditinc.com.

The Role Reddit is seeking a Senior Director of Design to lead the core experience architecture of the platform. In this leadership role, you will define and drive a cohesive UX strategy across Reddit’s consumer experience while serving as a key pillar within the broader Reddit UX organization.

You will anticipate evolving user and business needs, lead large design teams, and drive meaningful platform improvements. A major focus of this role will be guiding the design strategy for app navigation, platform architecture, and visual UI systems, helping elevate product quality, efficiency, and consistency across the organization.

You will also play a critical role in evolving Reddit’s design systems while empowering users to create and engage with content more easily across the platform.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership

Define and drive end-to-end UX strategy aligned with Reddit’s mission and brand identity

Shape long‑term design direction across the Reddit consumer experience

Organizational Design & Scaling

Lead and grow a large, high‑performing design organization

Manage teams that include senior design managers and multiple design disciplines

Cross‑Functional Impact

Partner deeply with Product, Engineering, and Research teams to drive major product initiatives

Deliver platform improvements that significantly impact user engagement and business outcomes

Operational Excellence

Improve design systems and workflows that increase team efficiency and design quality

Ensure consistent delivery of high‑quality user experiences across products

Executive Influence

Communicate and influence strategic decisions with executive leadership

Advocate for user‑centered design across the organization

Change Leadership

Adapt quickly to evolving priorities and shifting product strategies

Demonstrate a “Reddit‑first” mindset when navigating complex decisions

Mentorship & Talent Development

Foster a culture of high‑performing design teams (“Great Performing Snoos”)

Mentor designers and leaders across the organization

Qualifications

15+ years of design experience

7+ years managing teams of 15+ designers

A world‑class portfolio demonstrating design strategy and systems at consumer scale

Experience leading company‑wide design initiatives and cross‑functional product roadmaps

Strong ability to build solutions from first principles in ambiguous environments

Proven leadership influencing executive teams and cross‑functional organizations

Deep user empathy and passion for building exceptional consumer products

Humble, driven, and committed to shipping high‑quality products

Compensation Base Salary Range:

$282,200 – $395,100 USD

This role may also include:

Equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)

Commission eligibility depending on role and location

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Income replacement programs

401(k) with employer match

Flexible global benefits programs

Professional development support

Family planning support

Gender‑affirming care

Mental health and coaching benefits

Flexible vacation and paid volunteer time off

Generous paid parental leave

Privacy & AI Interview Notice In some roles and locations, interviews may be recorded and summarized using AI tools. Candidates may opt out of recording prior to interviews. Personal information collected during the hiring process will be handled according to Reddit’s Candidate Privacy Policy.

Equal Opportunity Reddit is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse communities it serves. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified candidates with disabilities during the hiring process.

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