Director, Enterprise User Experience (83694)

Location :                           GA - Atlanta

Date Posted:	Jan 30, 2014
Functional Area:	Information Technology
Company:	The Home Depot
Position Type:	Full-Time
Travel:	None
Relocation Provided:	No

Position Description POSITION PURPOSE - Do you want to be part of a thrilling revolution influenced by technology? The Home Depot is a $70 billion business-focused environment where you can contribute in a variety of functional areas covering all aspects of the consumer value chain. We are currently managing leading software packages and technology platforms to deliver creative results to our business partners and customers. We need people who understand how best to apply technologies to solve problems and develop innovative solutions. If you are looking for an opportunity to see instant, progressive, and substantial business benefits from your technology talents and experience, it’s the perfect time to join The Home Depot. We are looking for a leader with hands-on experience building compelling and innovative user interfaces across device platforms. An accomplished UX professional with real-world experience and understanding of the challenges of designing simple, usable, and elegant business application experiences. On- site and local perks: Choose from a variety of benefit plans designed to meet your individual and family needs. Take part in company Success Sharing – an incentive program based on sales performance. Receive “Homer Awards” that lead to cash incentives for consistently demonstrating behaviors that reflect The Home Depot’s values. Work out at our on-site gym that offers classes and state- of- the- art equipment. Eat at our on-site cafeteria that offers a plethora of options or enjoy discounts at neighborhood restaurants. Pick up prescriptions on-site at the CVS pharmacy. Bank On-site at our Credit Union. Drop your child off at one of the largest corporate on-site daycare facilities. MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Accountable for leading the information architecture, wireframes, storyboards, prototypes and other artifacts to effectively communicate UX design to software engineering Define UX standards/guidelines and influence front-end technology direction to ensure consistency among product features and a cohesive approach across Home Depot digital assets Effectively partner with software engineering teams and business/functional stakeholders throughout the SDLC processes to drive user experience goals Ensure alignment of UX design deliveries with business needs and technology capabilities Provide input into annual budget planning for technology migrations and project cost estimation Select, develop, and motivate UX design teams NATURE AND SCOPE - Typically reports to a Vice President Has supervisory responsibilities for technical staff. Typically requires frequent persuasion and influencing of others. Usually assigns and reviews work of others Typically considers new courses of action within broad policies and medium-term goals when solving problems Typically determines what should be done in a functional area or business unit within the broad policies and principles or very general goals. ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS - Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time. ESSENTIAL SKILLS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Must be eighteen years of age or older. Must pass the Drug Test. Must successfully complete any required training or orientation courses. EDUCATION REQUIRED - The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job. YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE - 10 PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS - Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - 10+ years experience leading user-centered design and experiences development teams for websites, desktop applications, and mobile platforms Expert level understanding of information architecture, interactive design, user experience, and content strategy Extensive experience with technologies such as xHTML, CSS3, HTML5, JavaScript, Jquery, Ext JS, Actionscript 2&3, AJAX, etc. Experience with tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Maya, ZBrush, Axure RP, Omnigraffle, Tableau, Keynote, Skitch, etc Experience with collaborative thinking and decision-making, preferably with agile or related development methodology Interdisciplinary, open-minded approach to problem-solving Experience with on-shore/off-shore design/development models Experience with management and delivery of large-scale software applications design and websites Exceptional communication skills, team building and associate growth/development experience Ability to lead leaders Ability to manage team of 30-50 internal and external UX designers and information architects Ability to attract, motivate and retain world-class UX talent Superior oral and written communication and presentation skills Degree in User Interface or Human Interface Design fields KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES - Exceptional written and oral communication skills. Exceptional prioritization and project management skills with a strong attention to detail. Strong leadership and people management skills. Ability to achieve results through influence and persuasion Familiar with current and emerging technologies. Good understanding of financial reporting.

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