Design Program Manager

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Design Program Manager

Menlo Park, CA +2 locations

Design

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Design Program Managers in the Risk org are connectors and problem solvers. By supporting the design leads in running the functional team, as well as supporting product teams' design priorities, you will enable Meta to design, build, and ship responsible, compliant products. You will improve team communication, collaboration, and remove roadblocks. You'll utilize a full range of organizational and effective communication skills to help keep our teams on track, execute specific design initiatives intended to strengthen the team, industry expertise, and team impact, and you'll work with cross-functional teams to establish great ways of working together.

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Design Program Manager Responsibilities

Identify and drive large, organization-level product initiatives forward that have multiple stakeholders, competing deadlines, multiple dependencies and many moving parts Prioritize, assess tradeoffs, propose clear solutions and communicate strategically Own and facilitate meetings to drive progress against goals and objectives and establish clear next steps and owners, while resolving blocks that impede progress Proactively assess execution risks, raise flags and resolve issues - before they become problems for larger teams Be the operations subject matter expert to the product team, mentor, and share expertise with team members Communicate persuasively to the right audience to get buy-in and feedback Proactively problem solve and distribute information effectively Define and measure impact of programs and initiatives both qualitatively and quantitatively, continually refining and iterating to ensure usage and adoption Scale programs and initiatives when necessary and delegate effectively with clear expectations Source and manage operational budgets, vendor relationships and contracts for programs like Accessibility

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 7 years of experience in program or project management Experience managing cross-functional projects with shifting requirements, from initial concept and roadmapping through execution and delivery Experience working directly with product designers and content designers Experience independently managing project timelines, setting priorities, and escalating blockers across multiple workstreams Experience using data to identify problems and communicate solutions

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with compliance, trust & safety, or responsible AI product development Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews) Experience with accessibility programs or inclusive design practices Experience integrating AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements) Experience leading product or business strategy in a time-sensitive environment Experience managing vendors and contractors

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About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

For those who live in or expect to work from California if hired for this position, please click here for additional information.

United States of America: $162,000/year to $222,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. You may view our Equal Employment Opportunity notice here.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, fill out the Accommodations request form.

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