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The Product and Design Learning function is dedicated to building the product management and product design capabilities that strengthen how our teams work across the organization. Delivering a comprehensive approach, converting complex business needs into practical programs, resources, and learner experiences tailored to the audiences it serves. This role requires that you have a strong emphasis on learning design, facilitation, and program management, as well as the ability to forge collaborative partnerships with business leaders and stakeholders across the organization. The function operates using product methods, constantly striving for improvement, fast iterations, data-centric decisions, and collaboration across the franchise.
As the Learning Lead III within the Product Management and Product Design Talent segment, you will shape the future of JPMorganChase by building the capabilities that strengthen how our teams manage and design products. You will develop and deliver learning experiences that convert complex business needs into practical programs, resources, events, and learner journeys — coordinating stakeholders, moving work from concept through launch, and continuously improving offerings using learner feedback and performance data.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute product and design learning programs aligned with established capability priorities and business needs.
- Manage workshops, learning journeys, cohort programs, self-paced resources, and events from planning through delivery and follow-up.
- Develop and maintain facilitator guides, presentations, activities, digital resources, job aids, and learner communications.
- Translate product management, product design, customer experience, and AI topics into clear, practical learning content.
- Facilitate virtual and in-person sessions that include hands-on practice, peer learning, and real-world application.
- Coordinate with Product, Design, Technology, Learning, and subject matter experts to define requirements, validate content, and complete reviews.
- Maintain delivery plans, timelines, documentation, and status updates; identify risks and follow through on actions.
- Support learning campaigns, speaker sessions, office hours, communities of practice, and other engagement activities.
- Use generative AI and emerging learning tools to improve content development, learner practice, and team efficiency.
- Track participation, learner feedback, repeat engagement, confidence, and application; use findings to improve programs.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in Learning and Development, Learning Experience Design, Talent Development, Product Management, Product Design, Program Management, or a related field.
- Experience designing, developing, and delivering learning experiences for professional audiences.
- Strong facilitation, presentation, writing, program management, and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging, and actionable learning content.
- Experience managing multiple workstreams, deadlines, reviews, and dependencies.
- Working knowledge of product development, customer-centered practices, and human-centered design.
- Experience using learner feedback and program data to improve offerings.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Product Management, Product Design, User Experience, Customer Experience, Innovation, or Technology audiences.
- Experience creating workshops, cohort programs, blended learning journeys, or digital learning resources.
- Experience with generative AI tools and AI-enabled learning approaches.
- Familiarity with agile practices, discovery, experimentation, roadmap planning, and design thinking.
- Experience supporting enterprise learning programs, events, campaigns, or communities of practice.
Success in This Role
- Programs are delivered on time with clear coordination and consistent quality.
- Learning content is practical, accurate, engaging, and relevant to product and design work.
- Learners participate, return, and apply what they learn.
- Stakeholders receive clear updates and reliable follow-through.
- Feedback and data lead to visible improvements in the learner experience.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Product and Design Learning function is dedicated to building the product management and product design capabilities that strengthen how our teams work across the organization. Delivering a comprehensive approach, converting complex business needs into practical programs, resources, and learner experiences tailored to the audiences it serves. This role requires that you have a strong emphasis on learning design, facilitation, and program management, as well as the ability to forge collaborative partnerships with business leaders and stakeholders across the organization. The function operates using product methods, constantly striving for improvement, fast iterations, data-centric decisions, and collaboration across the franchise.
As the Learning Lead III within the Product Management and Product Design Talent segment, you will shape the future of JPMorganChase by building the capabilities that strengthen how our teams manage and design products. You will develop and deliver learning experiences that convert complex business needs into practical programs, resources, events, and learner journeys — coordinating stakeholders, moving work from concept through launch, and continuously improving offerings using learner feedback and performance data.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute product and design learning programs aligned with established capability priorities and business needs.
- Manage workshops, learning journeys, cohort programs, self-paced resources, and events from planning through delivery and follow-up.
- Develop and maintain facilitator guides, presentations, activities, digital resources, job aids, and learner communications.
- Translate product management, product design, customer experience, and AI topics into clear, practical learning content.
- Facilitate virtual and in-person sessions that include hands-on practice, peer learning, and real-world application.
- Coordinate with Product, Design, Technology, Learning, and subject matter experts to define requirements, validate content, and complete reviews.
- Maintain delivery plans, timelines, documentation, and status updates; identify risks and follow through on actions.
- Support learning campaigns, speaker sessions, office hours, communities of practice, and other engagement activities.
- Use generative AI and emerging learning tools to improve content development, learner practice, and team efficiency.
- Track participation, learner feedback, repeat engagement, confidence, and application; use findings to improve programs.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in Learning and Development, Learning Experience Design, Talent Development, Product Management, Product Design, Program Management, or a related field.
- Experience designing, developing, and delivering learning experiences for professional audiences.
- Strong facilitation, presentation, writing, program management, and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging, and actionable learning content.
- Experience managing multiple workstreams, deadlines, reviews, and dependencies.
- Working knowledge of product development, customer-centered practices, and human-centered design.
- Experience using learner feedback and program data to improve offerings.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Product Management, Product Design, User Experience, Customer Experience, Innovation, or Technology audiences.
- Experience creating workshops, cohort programs, blended learning journeys, or digital learning resources.
- Experience with generative AI tools and AI-enabled learning approaches.
- Familiarity with agile practices, discovery, experimentation, roadmap planning, and design thinking.
- Experience supporting enterprise learning programs, events, campaigns, or communities of practice.
Success in This Role
- Programs are delivered on time with clear coordination and consistent quality.
- Learning content is practical, accurate, engaging, and relevant to product and design work.
- Learners participate, return, and apply what they learn.
- Stakeholders receive clear updates and reliable follow-through.
- Feedback and data lead to visible improvements in the learner experience.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in design lead jobs.
- Five or more years of product or UX design experience with at least two years leading a team
- Proficiency in Figma including component libraries, auto-layout, and shared design systems
- Demonstrated ability to mentor junior designers and run structured critique sessions
- Experience working cross-functionally with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders
- Portfolio showing end-to-end design process from research through shipping
- Familiarity with user research methods and ability to translate findings into design decisions
Tips for Your Design Lead Job Search
Show systems thinking in your portfolio
Design lead roles weight systems thinking heavily. Structure your portfolio to show how individual components fit into a broader design language or product ecosystem, not just polished final screens. Hiring managers want to see your process, not just your output.
Target your resume to the team size
Describe your leadership experience in terms of the team size you managed and the stage of the product you owned. A design lead at a five-person startup and one at a 200-person org signal very different things. Match your framing to the job description's context.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists design lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by design maturity before applying
A company without an existing design system or dedicated research function will expect you to build from scratch. Read the job description for phrases like 'establish,' 'build out,' or 'define' to gauge maturity level before applying.
Prepare a portfolio walkthrough for your interview
Most design lead interviews include a structured portfolio presentation. Prepare a 20-to-30-minute walkthrough that covers your decision-making process, how you gave and received critique, and how your work shipped. Memorize your narrative so you can adapt it on the fly.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, clarify the design team's reporting structure, headcount you'll manage, and cross-functional partners before accepting. Scope misalignment is the most common reason design leads leave within the first year, so resolve it at the offer stage.
Design Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most design leads?
The companies hiring the most design leads right now include Horrocks, Amazon, and Fulfillment IQ, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest at mid-size tech companies and growth-stage startups that are scaling their design function.
How many design lead jobs are remote?
About 60% of design lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more flexible senior design roles in the market. Remote availability is highest in product design and design systems roles, while brand and in-house creative lead positions more often require on-site or hybrid schedules.
How do you become a design lead?
You become a design lead by building depth in a design discipline, then taking on informal leadership responsibilities before your title changes. Start by owning a product area end-to-end, mentoring peers, and running critiques without being asked. Build a portfolio that shows process and decision-making alongside final work. Pursue a senior individual contributor role that gives you cross-functional exposure, then move into a lead or staff title as you demonstrate impact.
Can you get a design lead job without prior management experience?
You can get a design lead job without formal management experience if you frame your portfolio around influence and cross-functional leadership rather than headcount. Many companies hire first-time leads from the senior IC track. Document instances where you drove design direction, onboarded contractors, or shaped team process. Smaller companies and startups are more likely to give first-time leads a shot than large enterprise teams.
What does the design lead interview process look like?
The design lead interview process typically runs across several rounds. A recruiter screen is followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on your leadership philosophy and career history. After that, most companies ask for a portfolio presentation where you walk through past work and decision-making. A final round usually includes cross-functional panels with product, engineering, or senior design leaders, and sometimes a take-home exercise or whiteboard critique session.
Where can I find and apply to design lead jobs?
You can find and apply to design lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing. Migrate Mate keeps listings current so the openings you see are actively accepting applications.
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