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Corning

Staff Engineer Early-Stage Design

Corning, NY

$95K - $130K/yr

... early stages of innovation and into manufacturing. * Strong interest and skills in mechanical design, with broad knowledge of materials, fabrication methods (machining, forming, molding etc ...

Corning

Staff Engineer Early-Stage Design

Corning, NY · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

... early stages of innovation and into manufacturing. * Strong interest and skills in mechanical design, with broad knowledge of materials, fabrication methods (machining, forming, molding etc ...

Corning

Staff Engineer Early-Stage Design

Corning, NY · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

... early stages of innovation and into manufacturing. * Strong interest and skills in mechanical design, with broad knowledge of materials, fabrication methods (machining, forming, molding etc ...

TSMC

Product Engineer (Yield & Quality)

Phoenix, AZ

TSMC Arizona's Product Designer is responsible for early-stage design, yield window performance, and identify root cause for chip performance. * Lead team to identify root cause for N5/N4 chip ...

MKThink

Summer Internship, Strategy

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

You will support live projects by helping teams frame ideas, visualize insights, and communicate clear, compelling narratives while exploring how new tools can shape early-stage design thinking. Who ...

MKThink

Summer Internship, Strategy

San Francisco, CA

$25 - $30/hr

You will support live projects by helping teams frame ideas, visualize insights, and communicate clear, compelling narratives while exploring how new tools can shape early-stage design thinking. Who ...

TSMC

Product Engineer (Yield & Quality)

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

TSMC Arizona's Product Designer is responsible for early-stage design, yield window performance, and identify root cause for chip performance. * Lead team to identify root cause for N5/N4 chip ...

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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for director early stage design in the United States is $135,763.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,500.00 and $163,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Early Stage Design vs Product Designer?

AspectDirector Early Stage DesignProduct Designer
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s or master’s in design, art, or related fields; extensive portfolioUsually holds a degree in design, UX/UI, or related areas; strong portfolio
Work EnvironmentLeads design teams, oversees project strategy, and collaborates with cross-functional teamsFocuses on designing user interfaces, user experiences, and prototypes
Industry UsageCommon in startups, tech companies, and agencies for early-stage product developmentWidely used across tech, e-commerce, and app development sectors

The main difference is that the Director Early Stage Design oversees design teams and strategic direction during early product phases, while Product Designers focus on creating specific user interfaces and experiences. Both roles require strong design skills and industry experience, but the director role involves leadership and project management responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Director Early Stage Design job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,763 per year, or $65.3 per hour.
Executive Director, Early-Stage Program Team Leader

Executive Director, Early-Stage Program Team Leader

Immunome, Inc.

Bothell, WA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Company Overview
Immunome is a clinical-stage targeted oncology company committed to developing first-in-class and best-in-class targeted cancer therapies. We are advancing an innovative portfolio of therapeutics, supported by a leadership team with deep experience in the design, development, and commercialization of cutting-edge therapies, including antibody-drug conjugates. Our pipeline includes varegacestat, an investigational gamma secretase inhibitor for which an NDA has been submitted to the U.S. FDA; IM-1021, a clinical-stage ROR1 ADC; IM-3050, an IND-cleared FAP-targeted radiotherapy; and IM-1617, an IND-cleared solid tumor ADC. We are also advancing a broad portfolio of early-stage ADCs pursuing undisclosed solid tumor targets.
Position Overview
The Executive Director, Early-Stage Program Team Leader provides enterprise-level leadership for three or more strategically critical early-stage development programs spanning preclinical through early clinical development (Phase I/II). This role is accountable for defining and driving integrated program strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, portfolio priorities, and long-term value creation.
This person will serve as the strategic and operational leader of cross-functional program teams, with authority to drive decisions, manage trade-offs, and escalate key investment considerations to executive governance forums. They will partner closely with senior functional leaders across Research, Clinical Development, CMC, Regulatory, and Commercial to ensure cohesive execution and disciplined portfolio advancement.
This role represents the program(s) at executive leadership reviews and plays a key role in shaping portfolio strategy, resource allocation, and development prioritization.
Responsibilities
Enterprise Program Strategy & Portfolio Leadership
  • Define and drive integrated, end-to-end program strategy across preclinical and early clinical development.
  • Ensure alignment of program objectives with corporate strategy, long-range portfolio planning, and value inflection milestones.
  • Shape development scenarios, investment cases, and risk-adjusted plans to support portfolio prioritization decisions.
  • Represent the program(s) in executive governance forums, providing strategic recommendations and clear decision frameworks.
  • Contribute to broader portfolio strategy discussions, including sequencing, resource allocation, and capital deployment trade-offs.

Cross-Functional Executive Leadership
  • Lead senior cross-functional leaders in the development and execution of integrated program plans.
  • Drive alignment across R&D, Clinical, CMC, Regulatory, Commercial, and other key stakeholders to ensure coordinated execution.
  • Establish clear accountability, decision rights, and governance structures within the program team.
  • Foster a high-performance team culture emphasizing transparency, urgency, and scientific rigor.
  • Mentor and influence senior leaders within and beyond the program team.

Integrated Development Planning & Execution
  • Oversee development of integrated program plans, budgets, and long-range forecasts.
  • Ensure robust transition of programs from discovery through IND and into early clinical development.
  • Guide early clinical strategy, including key design considerations that optimize probability of technical and regulatory success.
  • Drive scenario planning to proactively address potential inflection points and development risks.
  • Maintain accountability for program timelines, scope, and financial stewardship.

Executive Stakeholder Engagement
  • Serve as the primary program representative to executive leadership and, as appropriate, to Board-level discussions.
  • Present program strategy, data, risks, and value drivers in executive forums.
  • Partner with Business Development on external collaborations, due diligence, and alliance strategy when applicable.
  • Interface with external stakeholders, including CROs, academic collaborators, and strategic partners.

Risk Management & Strategic Problem Solving
  • Identify and proactively manage scientific, clinical, regulatory, CMC, and operational risks at a strategic level.
  • Drive structured risk assessments and contingency planning.
  • Lead resolution of complex cross-functional conflicts and high-impact program challenges.
  • Ensure disciplined decision-making informed by data, probability of success, and value creation considerations.

Organizational & Operational Leadership
  • Contribute to the evolution of early-stage development governance, processes, and best practices.
  • Drive continuous improvement across program management and cross-functional execution models.
  • Serve as a role model for enterprise leadership behaviors and cross-functional collaboration.
  • May mentor Program Team Leaders or senior program managers.

Qualifications
  • PhD, MD, PharmD, MBA, or equivalent advanced degree in Life Sciences, Drug Development, Business Administration or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical development, with significant leadership responsibility in early-stage programs.
  • Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams through IND and early clinical milestones.
  • Experience presenting executive leadership and participating in governance decision-making forums.
  • Strong strategic thinking, financial acumen, and portfolio mindset.
  • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive enterprise-level alignment.
  • Deep understanding of early drug development, regulatory strategy, and translational considerations.

Knowledge and Skills
  • Leadership and team-building capabilities to drive cross-functional collaboration.
  • Strategic thinking and ability to synthesize scientific and business information to make informed decisions.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity in early drug development.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Washington State Pay Range
$265,000-$376,161 USD
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Immunome, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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