Job Title: Product Design Lead

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Product Design Lead to drive design initiatives and build a high-performing design team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product design and a proven ability to translate business objectives into user-centric solutions. This role involves overseeing the design process from concept to execution, ensuring products deliver exceptional user experiences and meet market demands.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of 3-5 designers, providing mentorship and fostering professional growth.
• Develop and implement design strategies for a streaming platform, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and marketing, to define product requirements and create user-centered designs.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and iterative design processes to improve the user experience.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs that reflect the brand's vision.
• Establish and maintain design guidelines, ensuring consistency and adherence to best practices across the platform.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and innovative design methodologies to inform strategy.

Required Skills:

• Strong portfolio showcasing innovative product design solutions.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, InVision, or similar.
• Deep understanding of user experience (UX) principles and design methodologies.
• Ability to lead design thinking workshops and collaborative brainstorming sessions.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of responsive web design and mobile-first strategies.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.

Required Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in product design, particularly within SaaS or digital platforms.
• 2+ years in a leadership role, managing and mentoring design teams.
• In-depth knowledge of the streaming industry and its user-specific needs.
• Proven track record of launching successful products to market in a timely manner.
• Experience working in Agile environments with a focus on iterative development.