Head of Product Design

Head of Product Design will lead and shape the design vision, strategy, and execution for our suite of products. This role is integral in defining and delivering a world-class user experience that is both functional and delightful. The Head of Product Design will collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and key stakeholders to drive innovation and ensure alignment between product design and the companys strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Leadership: Set the vision and design strategy across multiple product lines, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and brand identity.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and grow a team of talented product designers, fostering an environment of collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.
• User-Centric Approach: Advocate for a customer-first approach, using user research, feedback, and data to guide design decisions and improve the user experience.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with product, engineering, and marketing teams to ensure design is integrated into the product development lifecycle from ideation to launch.
• Design System: Oversee the creation and maintenance of a consistent design system that ensures visual consistency and scalability across all products.
• Innovation: Stay ahead of industry trends, design tools, and technologies, ensuring the team is continuously pushing the boundaries of design and user experience.
• Product Vision: Work closely with the leadership team to define the long-term vision for the product, balancing user needs with business goals.
• Execution: Ensure timely delivery of high-quality design solutions by managing project timelines, priorities, and resources.
• Stakeholder Communication: Present and articulate design strategies, concepts, and updates to stakeholders and senior leadership.

Requirements:

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in product design, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, preferably in a tech or product-focused company.
• Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Design or a related field.
• Portfolio: A strong, diverse portfolio showcasing exceptional design work across various platforms, demonstrating both strategic thinking and hands-on design skills.
• Leadership Skills: Proven experience in managing and scaling design teams, with a focus on nurturing talent and building a collaborative team culture.
• User-Centered Design: Deep understanding of UX/UI principles, user research, and usability testing methods.
• Collaboration: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present to executive leadership.
• Tools: Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping tools.
• Agility: Experience working in an agile, fast-paced environment, with the ability to balance multiple projects and priorities.
• Innovation Mindset: A passion for staying on the cutting edge of design trends, technology, and tools.