Lead Product Designer (UI/UX)

Odidor; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Design tools subscriptions

Conference attendance budget

Wellness stipends

Mentorship programs

Job summary

A leading digital design company in Metro Vancouver is looking for a Lead Designer to guide the design team in crafting user-centered digital experiences. This role involves defining design systems, conducting user research, and collaborating with product managers to ensure alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of UI/UX design experience and proficiency in tools like Figma and Adobe XD. This position offers flexible remote work options and various professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in UI/UX design.
• Strong portfolio showcasing product design.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain design systems and style guides.
• Conduct user research and usability testing.
• Collaborate with product teams on feature roadmaps.

Skills

UI/UX design

User research

Prototyping with Figma

Mentorship

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Miro

Notion

Job description

Lead our design team in crafting intuitive and visually stunning user experiences. You'll define design systems, conduct user research, and prototype innovative features. Work closely with product managers to align design with business goals. This role is ideal for a creative leader passionate about user-centered design and emerging trends in digital interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and maintain comprehensive design systems and style guides
• Conduct user research, interviews, and usability testing
• Prototype interactive experiences using Figma or Adobe XD
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams on feature roadmaps
• Mentor junior designers and foster a collaborative design culture
• Present design concepts to stakeholders and iterate based on feedback
• Stay ahead of UI/UX trends and incorporate them into our products

Qualifications

• 7+ years in UI/UX design
• Expertise in Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD
• Strong portfolio showcasing product design and user flows
• Experience with user research and testing methodologies
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design
• Proficiency in collaboration tools like Miro or Notion
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field (preferred)

What We Offer

Flexible remote work, design tools and software subscriptions, conference attendance budget, equity options, wellness stipends, and mentorship programs to advance your career.