Manila, NCR, Philippines

Head, Design

 Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership to the team and be fully accountable for the entire service delivery for that team.
  • Accurately maintain software project records, proactively providing status reports as required.
  • Manage software development projects from concept to launch.
  • Lead the team by providing assistance and support as needed to meet the project requirements.
  • Assess performances of team members and develop a plan for improvement.
  • Engage in the company’s drive to improve the skills of the employees, its processes, and to help discover new tools/frameworks.
  • Collaborate with other heads/managers to further improve processes and technical skills of the team.
  • Mentor UI/UX engineers and ensure compliance with software engineering standards.
  • Analyze current technologies and system architecture company systems and determine ways to improve performance and stability.
  • Contribute to the further development of the engineering teams through continual improvement initiatives.
  • Gather and evaluate user requirements in collaboration with product managers and engineers.
  • Illustrate design ideas using storyboards, process flows and sitemaps.
  • Understands project specifications and user psychology.
  • Design prototypes and assets for web and/or mobile application projects.
  • Develop UI mockups and prototypes that clearly illustrate how sites function and look like.
  • Create original graphic designs (e.g. images, sketches, and tables).
  • Prepare and present rough drafts to internal teams and key stakeholders.
  • Identify and troubleshoot UX problems (e.g. responsiveness).
  • Stay up to date with current best practices and technologies.
  • Learn new and emerging skills and/or technologies as projects require.
  • Participate in every phase of the software lifecycle, actively contributing to the solution at every step.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Arts, Management, or equivalent years of experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years of total experience as an IT Professional with 4+ years of experience in Graphics Design / UI/UX Design / UI/UX Engineering and 2+ years of experience leading UI/UX teams.
  • Team player, solution-oriented, critical-thinker, responsible, proactive, self-managed, driven, and motivated.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously or with a team.
  • Integrity, passion, and collaborative spirit expected.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process.
  • Proven work experience as a UI/UX Engineer or similar role.
  • Proficient in vector design tools and UI/UX wireframe/prototyping tools.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of design software like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • Proficiency in converting designs to HTML/CSS is preferred.
  • Knowledge of mobile and web interface design guidelines such as Android material design and iOS human interface guidelines is preferred.
  • The ability to always maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality.
  • Exceptional organization, prioritization, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
  • Proactive and assertive approach to managing tasks and responsibilities.
  • Strong proficiency in GSuite products: Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms. 
  • Knowledge in Zoom, Slack, Docusign is highly desired.
  • Knows how to work effectively as a team player, in a collaborative environment, and must work well with peers and members of the greater organization.
  • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
  • Experience working in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Experience using office equipment.
  • Knowledge of office procedures.
  • A positive attitude and highly professional demeanor, sense of humor helps.
  • Strong written and communication skills.
  Required Skills:

User Requirements Performance Managing Illustrator Reports Software Engineering Development Support Office Equipment Graphics Management Skills Service Delivery Confidentiality iOS Adobe Illustrator Psychology Photoshop Forms Architecture Android Engineers Specifications CSS Software Development Scrum Time Management Computer Science Information Technology Records Software HTML Leadership Engineering Design Communication Science Management