Head Of Design

Platzi; A distancia; MXN 600,000 - 800,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading technology school is looking for a Head of Design to lead, build, and create scalable design systems. This role involves overseeing visual and product designers and requires strong communication skills, a scientific approach to design, and collaboration with product and marketing teams. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in leading design teams, be fluent in both English and Spanish, and possess a proven track record in balancing creativity and functionality in digital product design.

Servicios

100% necessary work tools

Kindle for professional growth

Extended maternity and paternity leave

Vacation of 15 days per year

Online therapy sessions

Team syncs throughout the year

Villa Platzi annual gathering

Formación

• 5+ years of experience leading design teams with expertise in brand identity and product design.
• Ability to communicate and justify design decisions effectively.
• Experience in building and managing design systems.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, build, and create scalable design systems.
• Oversee visual and product designers ensuring high-quality output.
• Collaborate closely with product and marketing teams.

Conocimientos

Leading design teams

Communicating design decisions

Building design systems

Curiosity in design perception

Creating digital design solutions

Collaboration with marketing teams

Fluent in English

Fluent in Spanish

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. DescriptionAs 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.

Benefits

• ? Online TherapyWe care about your emotional health by covering the first four online therapy sessions with specialized companies.

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

• ? Villa PlatziEvery 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.

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