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Design Lead

Design Lead

CompanyCanary Technologies
LocationNew York, NY, USA
Salary$175000 – $250000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in product design, with a focus on developing software solutions across mobile and web surfaces
  • Proven experience leading impactful design projects, including expertise in user research, UX/UI design, and building scalable design systems
  • Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, and Miro
  • A portfolio showcasing high-quality, user-centered design work across the product lifecycle
  • Experience mentoring designers and fostering team growth, with the ability to provide constructive feedback and drive high standards
  • Strong communication skills to articulate design decisions and collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • BA/BS in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Design Execution: Manage the full design lifecycle, including research, UX flows, interaction design, visual design, and prototyping, delivering intuitive and visually compelling experiences
  • Mentor and Develop: Work with a team of designers, fostering their growth and ensuring the delivery of high-quality work. Promote a strong design-first culture
  • Establish Standards: Build and maintain scalable design systems and style guides that ensure consistency and enable innovation across products
  • Conduct Research: Leverage user research and data analysis to inform design decisions, creating user journeys, personas, and actionable insights aligned with product hypotheses
  • Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner closely with Product, Engineering, and other teams to deliver solutions that balance user needs, technical feasibility, and business objectives
  • Embrace Iteration: Work in an agile, iterative environment, delivering incremental improvements while progressing toward the ideal design vision
  • Communicate Effectively: Clearly articulate design concepts and strategies to align teams and stakeholders, fostering understanding and enthusiasm

Preferred Qualifications

    No preferred qualifications provided.