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Digital Realty

Sr. Design Manager

Austell, GA · On-site

Position: Sr . Design Manager Location: Atlanta, GA Your role As the Sr. Design Manager, you will ... You'll provide strategic and innovative thinking regarding the design and engineering of our data ...

Digital Realty

Sr. Design Manager

Dallas, TX

Position: Sr . Design Manager Location: Dallas, TX Your role As the Sr. Design Manager, you will be ... You'll provide strategic and innovative thinking regarding the design and engineering of our data ...

Digital Realty

Sr. Design Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

Position: Sr . Design Manager Location: Dallas, TX Your role As the Sr. Design Manager, you will be ... You'll provide strategic and innovative thinking regarding the design and engineering of our data ...

Digital Realty

Sr. Design Manager

Austell, GA

Position: Sr . Design Manager Location: Atlanta, GA Your role As the Sr. Design Manager, you will ... You'll provide strategic and innovative thinking regarding the design and engineering of our data ...

GrubHub Inc.

Design Senior Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$134.10 - $163.90/hr

Design Senior Manager page is loaded## Design Senior Managerlocations: Chicagotime type: Full ... You're ready to help shape our transformation with bold thinking, big ideas, and fearless ...

Caterpillar

Senior Design Engineer

Lafayette, IN · On-site

Job Summary As a Senior Design Engineer , you will lead the development of complex engine systems ... Analytical Thinking: Extensive experience and knowledge of techniques and tools that promote ...

LifeStance Health

Senior Director, Design

$229K - $286K/yr

ROLE OVERVIEW As Senior Director, Design, you will lead and scale LifeStance's design organization ... Evangelize design thinking across the organization-ensure design is deeply woven into how decisions ...

LifeStance Health

Senior Director, Design

$229K - $286K/yr

ROLE OVERVIEW As Senior Director, Design, you will lead and scale LifeStance's design organization ... Evangelize design thinking across the organization-ensure design is deeply woven into how decisions ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior design thinking in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Design Thinking vs Design Researcher?

AspectSenior Design ThinkingDesign Researcher
CredentialsTypically requires experience in design, innovation, or related fields; certifications like IDEO U or Stanford d.school are commonOften holds degrees in anthropology, psychology, or human-centered design; certifications in research methods are common
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, cross-disciplinary teams focused on ideation and problem-solvingPrimarily conducts user research, interviews, and data analysis to inform design decisions
Industry UsageUsed in innovation labs, consulting firms, and product teamsCommon in UX/UI agencies, corporate R&D, and product development teams

While Senior Design Thinking professionals focus on facilitating creative problem-solving and innovation strategies, Design Researchers specialize in gathering user insights through research methods. Both roles often collaborate but serve different functions within the product development process.

What careers use senior design thinking?

Senior design thinking skills are used in roles such as product managers, user experience (UX) designers, innovation consultants, and design strategists. These careers involve applying human-centered design principles, problem-solving, and creative collaboration to develop innovative solutions across industries like technology, healthcare, and consumer goods.
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Infographic showing various Senior Design Thinking job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,287 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Sr. Design Manager

Digital Realty

Austell, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

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8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 225 rated it services

Job description


Position: Sr. Design Manager
Location: Atlanta, GA
Your role
As the Sr. Design Manager, you will be responsible for implementing Digital Realty Design & Engineering Guidelines & Standards and will lead the design of multiple, concurrent projects. You'll provide strategic and innovative thinking regarding the design and engineering of our data center development projects and manage challenging deliverables against aggressive project expectations (within budget and set schedule objectives).
What you'll do
  • Direct and oversee architects, engineers, consultants, and equipment suppliers through the full design lifecycle for both new builds (greenfield, powered shell/core, data centers) and renovation/upgrade projects.
  • Lead end-to-end RFP processes for Architectural/Engineering consultants and Commissioning Agents, including proposal evaluation and vendor selection recommendations.
  • Manage consultant performance, including invoice review/approval and tracking of Design & Engineering Guideline (DEG) deviations across projects.
  • Apply and uphold Digital Realty Design & Engineering standards to ensure alignment with industry best practices and business objectives, with a focus on value engineering.
  • Partner with Delivery teams to develop and review project schedules, budgets, and forecasts for design and construction activities.
  • Review OFCI equipment submittals and provide recommendations to Delivery and Procurement teams.
  • Lead design review sessions (e.g., page turns), evaluating drawings, Basis of Design, Sequence of Operations, commissioning plans, and testing scripts.
  • Serve as the primary customer interface for build-to-suit projects, leading consultant teams and developing work letters (scope, budget, schedule) in partnership with Sales and Business Development.
  • Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations and monthly project reports, ensuring alignment with gating processes and seamless transition to Delivery teams.
  • Build and manage vendor relationships; conduct site visits and participate in commissioning activities (Levels 4 & 5); contribute to internal design innovation and continuous improvement efforts.

What you'll need
  • 7+ years of experience managing technically complex projects, including direct design and/or commissioning experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline; Professional License (AIA, PE/PEng) preferred.
  • Ability to lead and manage internal teams, external partners, and project stakeholders.
  • Strong ability to interpret design/construction drawings, specifications, contracts, schedules, and detailed budgets.
  • Advanced understanding of electrical, mechanical, security/monitoring, and fire detection/suppression systems.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of design and construction industry practices, terminology, and contract structures.
  • Familiarity with applicable building codes and regulatory requirements.
  • Financial acumen with the ability to review, analyze, and provide recommendations on budgets and estimates.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD.
  • Strong team collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills; self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal oversight; prior experience with Digital Realty projects and DEG knowledge preferred.

What we can offer you
Our rapidly evolving business sector offers the opportunity to be part of a courageous and passionate team who work together to understand and meet the changing needs of our global customers.
Join us and you'll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. As part of our team, you'll get to work with people from different business areas, challenge the way we do things and put your ideas into action. We'll also give you plenty of development opportunities so you can build a rewarding and successful career with us.
Apply today, take charge of your career and grow your talents with us.
Health and Safety
Safety isn't just a priority here at Digital; it's critical to everything we do. Safeguarding lives, protecting assets, and securing data aren't just ideals - they're essential pillars of our commitment to excellence for our people, our partners and our customers. We have a culture of care where every member of Team Digital embraces a relentless pursuit of working safely across Digital Realty. Together we are Safely Powering Progress.
Our Compensation Philosophy
Digital Realty offers its employees a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions. Central to our compensation philosophy is rewarding our employees for achieving the values and objectives aligned to the company's overall goals and values.
Our published pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and geographical location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. Moreover, an employee's total compensation package varies by role and may include salary, cash bonus or commissions, and equity awards not quantified below.
Compensation range $160,000 - $200,000. This compensation range represents the Company's good faith belief as to what it will pay as a base salary for this position at the time of this posting.
Benefits: For this role, Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, 401k match, disability benefits, wellness and education benefits, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, holidays, and more.

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