UX Design Manager

About Anaplan

Anaplan is a leading enterprise planning software company that enables organizations to make informed, collaborative planning decisions. This is a unique opportunity to influence user experiences across our product suite.

Role Overview

As the UX Design Manager, you will lead and grow a world-class UX design team, partner closely with product and engineering, and drive user-centered design across Anaplan's platform. You will champion design systems, usability, and accessibility while delivering high-quality experiences that empower customers to plan with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and scale the UX design team across product areas.
• Define design strategy, contribute to product roadmaps, and govern design systems.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, and research to define user-centered solutions.
• Plan and conduct user research, synthesize findings, and translate insights into actionable design decisions.
• Develop wireframes, flows, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals.
• Ensure accessibility and inclusive design across all products.
• Maintain consistent visual language and brand feel across platforms.

Requirements

• 7+ years of UX design experience with 2+ years in people leadership (team management or design leadership).
• Strong portfolio showing end-to-end product design, leadership, and impact.
• Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Figma), prototyping, and creating/designing design systems.
• Experience leading user research programs and turning insights into design decisions.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or a related field.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plans and generous paid time off.
• Flexible working options and supportive culture.