Design Program Manager at TP-Link Systems Inc., Irvine, United States

The Design Program Manager oversees global design initiatives at TP-Link, ensuring uniformity, excellence, and timely execution by developing streamlined processes, fostering international teamwork, and maintaining design guidelines across various assets and product categories.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee efficient design workflows, covering intake, prioritization, governance, approvals, and delivery protocols to maintain uniform design language and quality across products, platforms, and regions.
• Direct the design portfolio and project scheduling for diverse product lines and efforts, converting strategic visions into detailed action plans, timelines, and roadmaps.
• Coordinate design resource allocation and capacity forecasting alongside design executives, harmonizing team priorities to meet organizational demands without compromising quality.
• Act as the main connector among Design, Product, Engineering, and Marketing teams, enhancing worldwide and inter-regional cooperation for seamless alignment and implementation.
• Handle design software and systems such as Figma, Jira, and Confluence, while supervising budgets, third-party agencies, and vendor partnerships as required.
• Enhance transparency in design projects via reports, dashboards, and performance indicators, delivering executives actionable updates on advancements, challenges, interdependencies, and overall status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Fluent proficiency in Mandarin and English, both verbally and in writing.
• At least eight years in design program management, operations, or similar fields.
• Deep knowledge of full-cycle product development, especially in integrated hardware-software settings.
• Demonstrated expertise in creating processes and thriving in dynamic, uncertain, high-speed environments.
• Superior abilities in interdepartmental communication and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Background collaborating with international teams; additional Mandarin capabilities advantageous.
• Submit a portfolio link with your application.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Benefits And Growth

• Competitive salary between $120,000 and $150,000.
• Comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurance, with partial support for dependents.
• Employer matching contributions to 401(k) retirement plans.
• 15 days of accrued paid vacation annually.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Twice-yearly performance evaluations and yearly salary adjustments.
• Wellness perks including complimentary gym access.
• Quarterly activities focused on team development.