Senior Manager, Design Development

Wonder

Wonder

Design
New York, NY, USA
USD 149k-165,500 / year + Equity
Posted on Dec 2, 2025

About the role:

As the Senior Manager, Design Development, you will play a vital role in leading our design development team. This team is responsible for all aspects of customer facing design implementation. This includes full ownership of the signage program, front of house design template, exterior and customer facing imagery and material. Your team will be responsible for working with architects and suppliers on sourcing and procuring front of house materials, architectural elements, and millwork packages.

The ideal candidate is exceptionally detail-oriented, proactive, and possesses a strong desire to grow and develop within a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a growing team where you will gain comprehensive exposure to our engineering operations and have a direct impact on the success of our projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Create and implement systems to ensure all team are up to date on all changes related to front of house design
  • Development and management of Template for Wonder interior and exterior
  • Ensure all cross functional teams are aligned with template
  • Responsible for budgets as it related to signage, front of house FF&E, and signage
  • Manage all and onboard all signage vendors
  • Ensure design and install of signage with PM/construction team
  • Manage and onboard as needed millwork and furniture vendors
  • Ensure design and proper install of millwork with PM/construction team
  • Compliance with wonder timelines and specifications
  • Manage architectural partners to ensure compliance with template
  • Approval of design of each site as needed

Experience required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in architecture or similar degree in design
  • Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, layout plans, and schematics.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
  • High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Suite
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or other technical drawing software (viewing, not necessarily drafting).

The way you work:

  • You solve problems and make decisions informed by data, technology trends and insights, and good judgement.
  • You have a strong eye for detail, able to identify potential risks or callouts for each potential site.
  • You have strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • You have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • You can work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • You can prepare presentations and suggest improvements based on historical trends and data gathered within the organization.

Salary : $149,000 - $165,500 per year

#LI-Hybrid

Wonder uses geographic-specific salary structures, which means the salary offered may vary depending on where the job is located. The final salary offer will take into account various factors, such as the candidate's skills, education, training, credentials, and experience.

Our hybrid model requires 3 days a week in the office. That said, many team members choose to come in more often to take advantage of in-person collaboration and connection. You're welcome—and encouraged—to be in the office up to 5 days a week if it works for you.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package including equity and 401K. Additionally, we provide multiple medical, dental, and vision plans to meet all of our employees' needs as well as many benefits and perks that are not listed.

A final note

At Wonder, we believe that in order to build the best team, we must hire using an objective lens. We are committed to fair hiring practices where we hire people for their potential and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As such, we do not discriminate or make decisions based on your race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. If you have a disability, please let your recruiter know how we can make your interview process work best for you.

We look forward to hearing from you! We'll contact you via email or text to schedule interviews and share information about your candidacy.