Overview

As a UX/UI Design Leader, you will guide and mentor a talented design team, manage project scopes, and align design strategy with business goals for our educational products. You will ensure high-quality execution, foster a positive team culture, and drive impactful design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design team’s workload and allocate tasks effectively to meet project goals.
• Lead and mentor UX/UI designers, fostering their professional growth and skill development.
• Build and sustain a high-performing, well-rounded design team through recruitment and team-building.
• Develop and implement design strategies that align with complex business objectives and goals.
• Ensure high-quality design outcomes by resolving issues, dependencies, and conflicts.
• Maintain and refine design processes to support successful project execution.
• Advocate for the design team’s priorities and represent their needs to higher management.
• Partner with design leadership to shape practices and mentor other design leaders.
• Conduct user research to inform and validate design decisions, contributing to strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years in UX/UI design with at least 1 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing and mentoring a team of UX/UI designers.
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise and successful design strategies in UX/UI.
• Ability to lead through ambiguity and build alignment with senior leaders.