Product Lead

Gender; Oman; On-site; OMR 23,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gender is seeking a Product Lead (UI/UX & Design) to drive the design vision, user experience strategy, and product execution across the portfolio. This role bridges user needs and business objectives, leading design direction while collaborating with engineering, research, marketing, and customers to create intuitive, engaging, and impactful product experiences.

The.Accountabilities include establishing design principles, building a cohesive design system, leading the end-to-end UX lifecycle,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, UX or related field.
• Advanced UX/UI design knowledge with design thinking flavor.
• 5+ years in UI/UX/product design or leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate design vision, UX strategy and experience roadmap.
• Lead end-to-end UX lifecycle: research, ideation, prototyping, testing and iteration.
• Develop and maintain design systems, component libraries and guidelines.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, marketing and research teams.
• Translate user insights and business goals into actionable design specs.

Skills

UI/UX design

Product design

Design leadership

Cross-functional delivery

Figma

Prototyping tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design

HCI/UX/Product design

Certifications in UX/UI

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe Creative Suite

InVision

ProtoPie

Principle

Job description

Industry Information Technology and Services

Job Description

Role & responsibilities

Overview The Product Lead (UI/UX & Design) is responsible for driving the design vision, user experience strategy, and product execution across the organization’s product portfolio. This role bridges the gap between user needs and business objectives, leading the design direction while collaborating closely with engineering, research, marketing, and customers to create intuitive, engaging, and impactful product experiences. Description (The Accountabilities and Activities) Design Vision & Product Strategy Define and communicate the product's design vision, UX strategy, and experience roadmap aligned with organizational objectives. Champion design thinking and user-centered methodologies across product development. Identify opportunities to elevate user experience through market analysis, user research, and emerging design trends. Establish design principles, experience goals, and success metrics to guide product decisions. Develop and maintain a design-driven product roadmap, balancing user delight, business requirements, and technical feasibility. UI/UX Design Leadership Lead the end-to-end user experience lifecycle, from research and ideation through prototyping, testing, and iteration. Oversee the creation of wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity designs that meet user needs and brand standards. Establish and maintain a cohesive design system, UI component library, and interaction patterns for consistency across products. Ensure accessibility, usability, and inclusivity standards are embedded into all product experiences. Drive visual design excellence, ensuring products are aesthetically compelling and functionally intuitive. Product Development & Collaboration Partner with engineering teams to ensure seamless translation of designs into functional products. Collaborate with product managers, developers, marketers, and stakeholders to deliver cohesive product experiences. Translate user insights, research findings, and business requirements into actionable design specifications and user stories. Prioritize design initiatives and manage the design backlog within agile development processes. Facilitate design reviews, critiques, and cross-functional alignment sessions. Monitor progress, resolve design challenges, and ensure timely delivery of product releases. User Research & Insights Develop a deep understanding of user needs, behaviors, motivations, and pain points. Lead and conduct user research activities including interviews, usability testing, surveys, and contextual inquiries. Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to inform design decisions and validate solutions. Synthesize research findings into actionable insights, personas, journey maps, and opportunity areas. Champion a user-centric culture and advocate for the voice of the user throughout the product lifecycle. Design Performance & Continuous Improvement Define and track key design and experience metrics (e.g., usability scores, task completion rates, NPS, user satisfaction). Analyze product usage, user feedback, and behavioral data to identify UX improvement opportunities. Drive continuous design optimization, innovation, and experience enhancements. Stay current with industry trends, design tools, and best practices to evolve the team's capabilities.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), User Experience, Product Design, or a related field. Advanced degree or certifications in UX/UI design, design thinking, or product management is a plus. Proven experience (5+ years) in UI/UX design, product design, or design leadership roles. Demonstrated track record of leading design for digital products from concept to launch. Experience managing design strategy, roadmaps, and cross-functional delivery. Strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end product design work, design systems, and user-centered solutions. Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar. Strong knowledge of prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, ProtoPie, Principle, InVision). Solid understanding of user research methodologies and usability testing techniques. Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for typography, color, layout, and interaction design. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead, mentor, and inspire design talent. Familiarity with agile development processes and design-engineering collaboration.