Staff Motion Designer, Android and Pixel

Staff Motion Designer, Android and Pixel
Locations:

Mountain View, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA

At Google, we follow a simple but vital premise: "Focus on the user and all else will follow." Google’s Motion Designers collaborate with cross‑functional partners to create desirable and relevant product experiences that consistently elevate the Google brand. They help people make sense of their world by choreographing experiences that feel fluid, natural, and informative.

As a Motion Designer, you’ll apply your passion for animation to simplify complex interactions and solve challenging design problems. You’ll help define and implement Google’s motion design language and you’ll think critically about how motion reinforces Google’s UX brand, enhances interactivity, and delights our users.

Android is Google’s mobile operating system powering more than 3 billion devices worldwide. Android brings computing to everyone in the world, providing a platform for OEMs and developers to build compelling devices that run the best apps and services.

Key Responsibilities

Work with product managers, UX designers, and engineers to create motion mocks and define system patterns that enhance the Android user experience.

Drive consensus and influence the design decisions of multi‑disciplinary teams.

Partner with content designers and researchers to evaluate design directions and up‑level quality.

Leverage AI tools to build interactive prototypes and multiplying solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.

8 years of experience in product design or UX.

Experience in product design or UX/UI animation.

Experience with Generative AI.

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite.

Experience using industry tools such as Figma.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Design, Human‑Computer Interaction, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

12 years of experience in product design or UX.

4 years of experience leading design projects.

3 years of experience working with executive leaders.

Experience with 3D and vector animation (Lottie).

Compensation & Benefits
US: $188,000 - $275,000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + bonus + equity + benefits.

Learn more about benefits at Google.

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Language Requirement
English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless otherwise specified.

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