Lead Product Designer

Jeeny; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and insurance

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for personal growth

Job summary

Jeeny is seeking a Lead Product Designer to oversee a team of product designers and enhance UX research initiatives. The successful candidate will manage user experience research, contribute to the personal development of the team, and develop design strategies to enhance user satisfaction.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in product design for mobile and web applications, preferably in tech and transportation sectors in the Middle East.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Product for user-facing mobile and web applications.
• Experience in tech companies in transportation, deliveries, and eCommerce.
• Experience in the Middle East (especially KSA and Jordan) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of product designers and contribute to their development.
• Manage user experience research and user testing.
• Build short and long term design strategy.

Skills

Leadership

User Experience Research

Team Management

Design Strategy

User Testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

About Jeeny: Jeeny is a leading ride-hailing platform that strives to revolutionize daily commuting and transportation. Our app connects users with their preferred modes of transportation, making mobility accessible, convenient, and affordable for all. We are a joint venture between MEIG (Middle East Internet Group), Rocket Internet, and IMENA. Since our inception, we have grown exponentially and currently operate in Saudi Arabia and Jordan. At Jeeny, we value innovation, teamwork, and a passion for delivering exceptional user experiences. Join us in our mission to transform the transportation landscape.

About the Role

We are looking for a Lead Product Designer who can come and lead a team of product designers at Jeeny and take UX research to the next level.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead a team of PDs or APDs and contribute towards their personal development
• Manage and guide on constant user experience research and user testing
• Produce and review comprehensive discoveries from user research on a regular basis
• Prioritize design backlogs and manage design sprints
• Review the work done by the team on a regular basis
• Track, report and achieve relevant metrics and KPIs on a regular level
• Build short term and long term design strategy
• Represent the design team on multiple forums and conduct thought workshops

What We Offer

• An opportunity to collaborate with talented individuals while learning, growing, and expanding your skill set.
• An environment that encourages you to take ownership and produce excellent outcomes every day.
• Health benefits and insurance.
• Flexible working hours.

Company Culture

Jeeny is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace where all aspects of employment are solely based on merit. We value diversity and absolutely do not discriminate in any form based on race, color, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, age, or mental or physical disability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in Product for user-facing mobile and web applications.
• Experience of working for tech companies in transportation, deliveries and eCommerce space will be preferred.
• Experience of working in the Middle East (esp KSA and Jordan) will be preferred.
• Native Arabic speaker will be preferred.