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Design Director- Design Systems

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$162K - $283K/yr

The Design Director will elevate design quality, foster an inclusive design culture, and partner seamlessly across the ServiceNow organization. This leader will support our team of creative talent to ...

Director Product Design

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$145K - $178K/yr

Director of Product Design Location: St. Louis, MO (On-site) About KNOWiNK KNOWiNK builds ... Solid foundation in accessibility standards and inclusive design principles * Comfortable operating ...

Director Product Design

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$145K - $178K/yr

Director of Product Design Location: St. Louis, MO (On-site) About KNOWiNK KNOWiNK builds ... Solid foundation in accessibility standards and inclusive design principles * Comfortable operating ...

You will report to the Senior Director of Design, who values strong design acumen and people ... Knowledge of web accessibility (WCAG) and inclusive design principles. * Ability to communicate ...

Planning Director - Mid-Atlantic

Richmond, VA · On-site +1

$130K - $155K/yr

Projects that truly improve lives through safe, inclusive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity What You'll Do As Regional Planning Director for the Mid-Atlantic, you will help lead and grow ...

Projects that truly improve lives through safe, inclusive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity What You'll Do As Director of our Los Angeles office, you will lead a talented team of ...

Projects that truly improve lives through safe, inclusive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity What You'll Do As Director of our Los Angeles office, you will lead a talented team of ...

Projects that truly improve lives through safe, inclusive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity What You'll Do As Director of our Los Angeles office, you will lead a talented team of ...

Projects that truly improve lives through safe, inclusive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity What You'll Do As Regional Planning Director for the Mid-Atlantic, you will help lead and grow ...

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How much do director inclusive design jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for director inclusive 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.

How does a Director of Inclusive Design typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote accessibility and equity in product development?

A Director of Inclusive Design works closely with product managers, engineers, UX/UI designers, and marketing teams to ensure that accessibility and equity are integrated throughout the development lifecycle. This involves leading workshops, reviewing designs for inclusivity, establishing best practices, and providing feedback on potential barriers. The role often includes championing the needs of diverse users, facilitating user research with underrepresented groups, and measuring the impact of inclusive initiatives. Effective collaboration requires strong communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.

What does a Director of Inclusive Design do?

A Director of Inclusive Design leads efforts to ensure that products, services, and environments are accessible and usable by people of all backgrounds and abilities. They develop strategies, oversee teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to embed inclusivity into the design process from the start. This role involves both advocating for accessibility and ensuring compliance with relevant standards, as well as fostering a culture of equity and belonging in design decisions. Their goal is to create solutions that serve the widest range of users, regardless of ability, identity, or background.

What is the difference between Director Inclusive Design vs UX Director?

AspectDirector Inclusive DesignUX Director
CredentialsRelevant certifications in inclusive design, accessibility standards, user researchDesign, human-computer interaction, or related degrees; UX certifications
Work EnvironmentFocus on accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in product developmentOversees overall user experience, usability, and interface design
Industry UsageCommon in tech, digital agencies, and organizations prioritizing accessibilityWidely used across tech, software, and digital product companies

The main difference is that the Director Inclusive Design specializes in ensuring products are accessible and inclusive for diverse users, focusing on accessibility standards and inclusive practices. The UX Director oversees the overall user experience, including usability, interface design, and user satisfaction. Both roles require a strong understanding of user-centered design, but their focus areas and expertise differ slightly, with the Director Inclusive Design emphasizing accessibility and inclusion.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Inclusive Design, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Inclusive Design, you need a deep understanding of accessibility standards, inclusive design principles, and experience leading cross-functional design teams, often supported by a degree in design, human-computer interaction, or a related field. Familiarity with accessibility tools (like screen readers), usability testing platforms, and certifications such as IAAP CPACC is highly valued. Exceptional leadership, collaboration, and communication skills help foster inclusive practices and advocate for diverse user needs. These competencies ensure digital products are accessible to all users, driving innovation and organizational impact.
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Infographic showing various Director Inclusive Design job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,763 per year, or $65.3 per hour.
Design Director- Design Systems

Design Director- Design Systems

ServiceNow

San Diego, CA • On-site, Remote

$162K - $283K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Company Description

It all started when engineer Fred Luddy wrote code that automated a tedious task for his coworker, Phyllis. She cried tears of joy. That moment inspired Fred to build a company that could do that for everyone-freeing people from busywork so they could focus on meaningful work. Today, ServiceNow is the AI control tower for business reinvention. Our ServiceNow AI platform brings together any AI, any data, and any workflow- helping 85% of the Fortune 500 work smarter, faster, and better. We're building an AI-native culture where technology and talent are unstoppable together. And we're just getting started.

Join us to put AI to work for people.

Job Description

The ServiceNow Brand & Strategy team is a passionate team of creative thinkers who are responsible for shaping the future of the ServiceNow brand. We are looking for a design director to lead the vision for the ServiceNow brand and to lead brand design across the organization and all of the channels and touchpoints both internal and external. 

This leadership role is responsible for developing and scaling the ServiceNow brand identity, driving forward a design-led vision across the ServiceNow's brand ecosystem globally. They should have a passion for strategy and a talent for creative development with meticulous execution. 

The Design Director will elevate design quality, foster an inclusive design culture, and partner seamlessly across the ServiceNow organization. This leader will support our team of creative talent to do the best work of their careers. An ideal candidate has experience and is curious about technology, can build and maintain senior relationships, and influence large orgs and their leadership towards a collective future. 

They have experience leading projects with internal teams, freelancers and managing external agencies. The ability to thrive in ambiguity, adopt new processes and embrace change is required. 

An ideal candidate will have a strong background in design systems, and a proven track record of successfully leading integrated brand efforts. They are comfortable both as a leader and hands-on with creative tools when needed. They thrive in leading projects from initial strategy and briefing stages to final delivery of a finished product. 

Design Director Responsibilities: 

  • Drive the global brand identity for all of ServiceNow products and services to ensure quality, consistency and scalability across all touchpoints 

  • Lead a high performing team to develop original, breakthrough brand systems, behaviors and design solutions that serve a global audience 

  • Foster and grow brand design culture through enabling world-class design 

  • Drive decision making processes and ways of working to improve performance, quality and integrated approaches to execution 

  • Lead with vision, influencing Marketing, Product and Business leadership to develop holistic brand systems 

Qualifications

Qualifications 

  • 10+ years experience in design, building consumer brands globally 

  • 7+ years of demonstrated people management experience coaching and developing team members 

  • Experience leading with creative vision, purpose and innovation 

  • Experience driving brand solutions to business problems 

  • Experience building portfolio brands and working with brand architecture 

  • Experience across integrated design work: traditional, product, packaging, retail and experiential 

  • Experience recruiting talent and developing design careers 

  • Experience managing internal, external teams and agencies 

  • Experience collaborating, driving consensus among highly cross functional teams 

  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills. Can develop project and initiative presentations from strategy to execution. 

  • Experience partnering with and influencing marketing leadership and other executive stakeholders 

  • Expert with creative tools, Adobe creative cloud, Figma, Miro. 

For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $162,200 - $283,900, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.

Additional Information

Work Personas

We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work and their assigned work location. Learn more here. To determine eligibility for a work persona, ServiceNow may confirm the distance between your primary residence and the closest ServiceNow office using a third-party service.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity,  veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements. 

Accommodations

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact [email protected] for assistance. 

Export Control Regulations

For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities. 

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At ServiceNow, our technology makes the world work for everyone, and our people make it possible. We move fast because the world can't wait, and we innovate in ways no one else can for our customers and communities. By joining ServiceNow, you are part of an ambitious team of change makers who have a restless curiosity and a drive for ingenuity. We know that your best work happens when you live your best life and share your unique talents, so we do everything we can to make that possible. We dream big together, supporting each other to make our individual and collective dreams come true. The future is ours, and it starts with you. With more than 7,400+ customers, we serve approximately 80% of the Fortune 500, and we're proud to be one of FORTUNE's 100 Best Companies to Work For® and World's Most Admired Companies® 2022.

Industry

It services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

2004