Product Design Team Lead

accessiBe is the market leader in web accessibility that makes websites accessible to people with disabilities. accessiBe is more than a workplace, it’s a passion. Each day you’re surrounded by people who share the same goal and values, who work passionately accessiBe is at the forefront of creating a more accessible and inclusive digital world, leveraging innovative technologies and design methodologies. Our mission is driven by the belief that great design can open up the web to everyone. We're searching for a visionary Product Design Team Lead to guide our design teams and champion our mission across all product squads.

As the Product Design Team Lead, you will not only spearhead our product design strategy but also be entrusted with cultivating a vibrant design culture within your team. Your role is to mentor and lead by example, instilling a mindset of constant learning, curiosity, and innovative thinking. You will ensure our design practices not only meet but set new standards for excellence and inclusivity.

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What you'll be doing:

- Foster a collaborative partnership with Product Managers, Engineers, and cross-functional teams, guiding strategic decisions that enhance our product offerings.
- Mentor and lead a team of Product Designers, promoting an environment where innovative UX methodologies are at the forefront of solving complex design challenges.
- Utilize analytics tools like Mixpanel and FullStory to gather insights on user behavior, anchoring design decisions in real-world data.
- Cultivate a design thinking culture across all stages of the product development process, encouraging your team to remain user-focused and solution-oriented.
- Develop and manage a comprehensive design system, ensuring our products are both consistent and adaptable.
- Regularly report to the VP of Design on team progress, leveraging these insights to foster a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.
- Champion continuous learning, encouraging your team to stay updated with the latest design trends, tools, and methodologies.
- Establish and lead design culture initiatives, such as workshops, peer reviews, and design sprints, to ensure your team is constantly engaged, inspired, and thinking creatively.

REQUIREMENTS

- Over 5 years of product design experience, with a focus on web and user-centered design in a tech or startup environment.
- At least 2 years of experience managing product designers - a must!
- Demonstrated ability to drive positive UX outcomes, significantly impacting company growth and user satisfaction.
- Proficiency in using analytics and behavior tracking tools to inform design strategies and improve user experiences.
- An exceptional portfolio that showcases a deep understanding of design principles, methodologies, and the impact of your work.
- Expertise in design and prototyping tools, including experience with AI-driven design innovations.

Why Join Us?

- Influence the creation of a design-led culture in a mission-driven company.
- Lead and grow within a team passionate about making a difference through design.
- Enjoy a dynamic work environment that values your ideas, fosters innovation, and encourages continuous learning.

Equal opportunities

At accessiBe, we prioritize diversity. We celebrate difference and embed it into every aspect of our workplace and product, as well as our community. accessiBe is proud and committed to providing equal opportunity employment to all individuals regardless of disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, veteran status, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, accessiBe will provide accommodation to individuals with disabilities or a special need.

Please don't hesitate to share your needs when applying so that we can provide the necessary accommodations for an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.