Head of Design in Danker

Responsibilities:

Design Leadership:

• Manage a team of Product and Marketing designers (15+ team members) 
  
• Provide guidance, feedback, and support to foster professional growth of the team. 
  
• Set the vision and direction for the design team, ensuring alignment with company objectives and brand identity. 
  
• Develop and maintain design standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all design projects. 
  

Project Management:

• Oversee the design process from concept to completion, ensuring timely and successful delivery of all design projects. 
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, marketing, and engineering to define project requirements and deliverables. 
  
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and resources to meet deadlines.

Strategic Planning:

• Contribute to the development of the company's overall design strategy, aligning it with business goals and market trends. 
  
• Conduct market research and stay up-to-date with industry trends to inform and inspire design decisions. 
  
• Identify opportunities for innovation and drive creative solutions to enhance the user experience and product offerings. 
  

Design Execution:

• Provide direction and feedback to the design team throughout the design process, from initial concepts to final deliverables. 
  
• Ensure all design outputs are visually compelling, user-friendly, and aligned with the company’s brand and messaging. 
  
• Improve and manage a design review process to maintain high standards and continuous improvement in design quality. 
  
• Developing and evolving design systems, including creating and maintaining design principles, organizing the role of the system designer, and coordinating collaboration with the frontend team.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a Head of Design who will be responsible for overseeing the design department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality design solutions that align with our brand and business goals. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong design background, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the B2B SaaS landscape.

Our expectations

• Proven experience (3+ years) in a Head of Design/ Design Manager/ Design Director/ Art director role
• Proven experience (5+ years) in a senior design role, preferably within the B2B SaaS industry.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects and demonstrating expertise in UI/UX design
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of mentoring and developing design talent.
• Proficient in various design tools.
• Solid understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout techniques.
• Strong project managementskills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and rationale to stakeholders.
• Creative thinker with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze design performance metrics and make informed decisions based on data.
• Experience using data and user research to inform design decisions and improve user experience.

Responsibilities:

Design Leadership:

• Manage a team of Product and Marketing designers (15+ team members) 
  
• Provide guidance, feedback, and support to foster professional growth of the team. 
  
• Set the vision and direction for the design team, ensuring alignment with company objectives and brand identity. 
  
• Develop and maintain design standards, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all design projects. 
  

Project Management:

• Oversee the design process from concept to completion, ensuring timely and successful delivery of all design projects. 
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, marketing, and engineering to define project requirements and deliverables. 
  
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and resources to meet deadlines.

Strategic Planning:

• Contribute to the development of the company's overall design strategy, aligning it with business goals and market trends. 
  
• Conduct market research and stay up-to-date with industry trends to inform and inspire design decisions. 
  
• Identify opportunities for innovation and drive creative solutions to enhance the user experience and product offerings. 
  

Design Execution:

• Provide direction and feedback to the design team throughout the design process, from initial concepts to final deliverables. 
  
• Ensure all design outputs are visually compelling, user-friendly, and aligned with the company’s brand and messaging. 
  
• Improve and manage a design review process to maintain high standards and continuous improvement in design quality. 
  
• Developing and evolving design systems, including creating and maintaining design principles, organizing the role of the system designer, and coordinating collaboration with the frontend team.