Head of Design

Platzi; Ciudad de México; A distancia; MXN 1,471,000 - 2,208,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading online technology school based in Mexico City is seeking a Head of Design to lead their design teams. The position involves overseeing visual and product design, ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in design leadership, a strong ability to communicate design decisions, and fluency in English and Spanish. The role offers numerous employee benefits including a complete set of work tools and generous vacation time.

Servicios

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Company shares option

Online Therapy sessions

15 days of vacation per year

Annual team retreat

Professional growth books

Formación

• 5+ years of experience leading design teams (visual and product designers).
• Strong ability to communicate and justify design decisions.
• Experience building and managing design systems.
• A scientific approach to design and curiosity about user perception.
• Proven track record in digital product development.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee visual and product designers to ensure high-quality output.
• Guide teams to develop solutions aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate closely with product and marketing teams.

Conocimientos

Leadership in design teams

Communication of design decisions

Building design systems

Curiosity in human perception of design

Creating design solutions

Collaboration with product and marketing teams

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish

Herramientas

Design software tools

Collaboration platforms

Descripción del empleo

About us

Platzi is the largest technology school in the Hispanic world with over 5 million students and 4,000 companies trusting us to deliver effective online education. Our mission is to make Latin America a technology superpower. We do it by training companies and individuals in areas such as AI, Cybersecurity, English, Programming and Leadership.

As an industry leader, our presence is highlighted by our massive and fanatic community, extensive press coverage and a daily stream of success stories from students. We operate mostly remote, with key offices in Bogotá, Medellín and Mexico City.

Please be sure to readhttps://platzi.com/notrabajarto find out why you should not work with us . Yes, read it before applying. Also, readhttps://platzi.com/culturaas a foundational document for our team.

Summary

Platzi seeks a Head of Design with a clear design philosophy and a strong curiosity about the human perception of design. You will lead, build and create scalable design systems.

Description

As Head of Design, you’ll oversee visual and product designers, ensuring cohesive, strategic, and high-quality output. You’ll guide the team to develop solutions grounded in purpose and process, focusing on the why and how behind each decision. This role requires both technical skill in scalable systems and the ability to inspire and cultivate clarity and creativity. Close collaboration with product and marketing teams will be key to aligning design with business goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading design teams (visual and product designers) demonstrating expertise in brand identity, product design, and the process behind achieving design outcomes.
• Strong ability to communicate and justify design decisions, we want to understand what drives and inspires your work.
• Experience building and managing design systems and guiding teams in implementing them.
• A scientific approach to design—curiosity and exploration in understanding how people perceive and experience design.
• Proven track record of creating design solutions that balance creativity and functionality, especially in digital product development.
• Experience collaborating with product and marketing teams, ensuring that design aligns with business objectives and stakeholder needs.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.

Hardware

With Platzi's help, you will have 100% of the necessary work tools such as a laptop, smartphone, desk, ergonomic chair, monitor, and other accessories.

Books

We provide you with all the books you need to grow professionally on Kindle, and we give you the Kindle too .

Maternity/Paternity Leave

At Platzi, we believe in gender equity and the importance of parents in the upbringing and care of their children. We make this a reality for new mothers and fathers through extended maternity and paternity leave.

Option Pool

All members of the Platzi Team have the opportunity to own a part of Platzi and have company shares.

Vacation

You have 15 days of vacation per year regardless of the country you are in, starting from the moment you join the team.

️ Online Therapy

We care about your emotional health by covering the first four online therapy sessions with specialized companies.

Team Syncs

Although we are in different parts of the world, Platzi teams meet in person during the year to exchange ideas, build, and strengthen bonds.

️ Villa Platzi

Every year, the entire team gathers somewhere in the world for a week to meet face-to-face, get to know each other, have interesting discussions, and plan ambitious projects.