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Director of Product Design
Company | Narmi |
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Location | New York, NY, USA |
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Salary | $190000 – $210000 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | |
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Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- Proven experience in building and leading design teams, ideally with a background in SaaS or metric-driven products.
- Expertise in shaping product strategy at an executive level and aligning stakeholders on design vision.
- Strong mentorship skills, with a track record of developing design leaders and creating clear growth paths for team members.
- Comprehensive understanding of design trends and a strong portfolio showcasing a broad range of design skills.
- Skilled in cross-functional collaboration and user-centered design methodologies, with experience conducting and applying user research insights.
- Proficient in Figma and other design tools, with excellent communication skills for presenting solutions and collaborating effectively.
Responsibilities
- Shape and execute a unified design vision across products, aligning with Product Management and Engineering to create cohesive and impactful user experiences.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 3-5 Product Designers, focusing on skill development and design quality, fostering a culture of ownership, helpfulness, and appreciation for quality.
- Establish and refine design processes, methodologies, and best practices for efficient and high-quality product development, including design systems and frameworks for scalable design.
- Partner with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success teams to ensure design aligns with go-to-market strategies and customer needs.
- Recruit and manage talent, driving hiring and professional development efforts within the design department, and championing inclusive practices.
- Work with executive stakeholders to align design strategies with company objectives, balancing ambition with technical constraints to meet both business goals and user needs.
Preferred Qualifications