Splunk is here to build a safer and more resilient digital world. We’re proud to say that we’re the key to enterprise resilience for more than 11,000 enterprise organizations that use our Unified Security and Observability Platform to keep their systems secure and reliable. We’re also proud of our award-winning culture and our regular appearance on those “Best Places to Work” lists.
If you end up joining us, we’ll only ask one thing: bring your whole, authentic self, what we call your million data points. So bring your work experience, problem-solving skills and talent, of course, but also bring your joy, your passion and all the things that make you, you. Because when you feel free to be you, it makes it a lot easier for us to be us.
At Splunk, our Design System and frameworks enable consistent, high-quality experiences for our customers and drive the future of our products. We believe that making machine data accessible, valuable, and usable is crucial to creating inclusive products for our customers. We are a company filled with people who are passionate about our product and seek to deliver the best experience for our customers.
Join us as we scale our Systems team! As a Sr. Systems Designer, you will be a member of a multidisciplinary team of subject matter experts committed to developing the next generation of our products. You will work alongside multiple designers and collaborate with engineering and product teams. You will be an integral part of unifying our products and simplifying the user experience for our customers.
This role will report within our PX Enablement & Systems team, however, close collaboration with our partner PX pillars is expected (Design, Research, Information Experience, and Engineering). This role requires an in-depth knowledge of design systems with intermediate experience in product design.
What you’ll do
- Collaborate closely with UX designers to drive the adoption of our Systems, fostering a unified approach to design across products
- Advocate for our customers by incorporating user-centric and inclusive perspectives into the design and development processes
- Demonstrate detailed knowledge of components, standard methodologies, and use cases within the Design System, providing guidance to our partner teams
- Champion accessibility, working to ensure that our products are designed with inclusivity in mind and promote accessible workflows
- Work proactively to maintain and update the Systems, ensuring they align with evolving product needs and industry standards
- Contribute to and maintain the Design System libraries to ensure consistent and up-to-date resources
What you’ll bring
- 6+ years of product design experience that includes a minimum of 3 years working on design systems
- Extensive knowledge of design principles and user experience heuristics
- Honed visual design skills and craftsmanship
- Expertise in using industry-standard design and prototyping tools (Figma)
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, especially in a remote environment
Opportunities
- Grow your accessibility expertise and deepen your knowledge of standard methodologies for digital products and experiences
- Enhance your proficiency in front-end development standard processes, including hands-on experience with HTML and CSS, broadening your technical abilities
- Contribute actively to the growth and maintenance of design systems
- Collaborate closely with a diverse team of designers, product managers, and engineers, refining your collaborative and communication skills in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Develop and apply visual design skills, translating conceptual ideas into visually compelling, accessible, and user-centric solutions
- Participate in cross-functional projects, gaining exposure to various aspects of the product development lifecycle and expanding your role beyond traditional design responsibilities
- Take on leadership opportunities within the PX Enablement & Systems team, contributing to critical initiatives and influencing the direction of design and systems thinking within the organization
What We Offer You:
If you’d like to join one of the fastest-growing and most exciting tech companies in Silicon Valley, contact us!
Benefits are an important part of Splunk’s Total Rewards package. This role is eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off, and much more!
Splunk is an Equal Opportunity Employer: At Splunk, we believe creating a culture of belonging isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s also the smart thing. We prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to ensure our employees are supported to bring their best, most authentic selves to work where they can thrive. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Base Pay Range
SF Bay Area, Seattle Metro, and New York City Metro Area
Base Pay Range: $159,200.00 – 218,900.00 per year
California (excludes SF Bay Area), Washington (excludes Seattle Metro), Washington DC Metro, and Massachusetts
Base Pay Range: $143,280.00 – 197,010.00 per year
All other cities and states excluding California, Washington, Massachusetts, New York City Metro Area and Washington DC Metro Area.
Base Pay Range: $127,360.00 – 175,120.00 per year
Splunk provides flexibility and choice in the working arrangement for most roles, including remote and/or in-office roles. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the base pay range is a guideline and for candidates who receive an offer, the base pay will vary based on factors such as work location as set out above, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for incentive compensation and may be eligible for equity or long-term cash awards.