Director of Design

JobNimbus; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JobNimbus is seeking a Director of Design to lead a user-centric design organization, bridge user needs with business goals, and elevate product experiences. You will mentor a team of designers, drive design excellence, and align design strategy with our roadmap.

The role requires strong leadership, collaboration with product and engineering, and a passion for creating intuitive, accessible interfaces. Join a fast-growing company shaping modern project management tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in product design leadership.
• Proven track record of leading and mentoring design teams.
• Strong understanding of design principles (interaction design, UI/UX, visual design).
• Experience with user research methodologies (user interviews, usability testing).
• Proficiency in Figma and other tools (Sketch, Adobe XD).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Ability to translate complex concepts into clear and concise design solutions.
• Passion for user-centered design and a relentless focus on improving user experience.

Responsibilities

• User Impact: Driving measurable improvements in user engagement, satisfaction, and key user metrics.
• Design Excellence: Delivering high-quality design solutions that meet usability, accessibility, and brand standards.
• Team Leadership: Building a strong, motivated design team, fostering professional development and collaboration.
• Strategic Thinking: Aligning design efforts with business goals and product roadmap, translating user needs into actionable design solutions.
• Communication & Advocacy: Effectively communicating design decisions and rationale to stakeholders across the organization.

Skills

Product design leadership

User research

UI/UX design

Figma

Communication & collaboration

Tools

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

We are obsessed with the hero’s journey at JobNimbus. Every person has a hero’s journey. Hermione Granger, James T. Kirk, Frodo Baggins, Anna & Elsa, Nacho Libre, and even YOU! This is our “call to adventure” to come check out JobNimbus. What do you have to lose? You might make a few new friends, learn about a sick new company doing some amazing things, and maybe you’ll even land a new job!

Mission

A JobNimbus Director of Design is a strategic leader who bridges the gap between user needs, business goals, and design excellence. They champion a user-centric approach, fostering a collaborative environment to create intuitive and delightful product experiences.

What You’ll Be Doing

• User Impact: Driving measurable improvements in user engagement, satisfaction, and key user metrics.
• Design Excellence: Delivering high-quality design solutions that meet usability, accessibility, and brand standards.
• Team Leadership: Building a strong, motivated design team, fostering professional development and collaboration.
• Strategic Thinking: Aligning design efforts with business goals and product roadmap, translating user needs into actionable design solutions.
• Communication & Advocacy: Effectively communicating design decisions and rationale to stakeholders across the organization.

What Makes You A Superhero For This Role

• Minimum 5+ years in product design leadership
• Proven track record of leading and mentoring design teams.
• Strong understanding of design principles (interaction design, UI/UX, visual design).
• Experience with user research methodologies (user interviews, usability testing).
• Proficiency in Figma and other tools (Sketch, Adobe XD).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Ability to translate complex concepts into clear and concise design solutions.
• Passion for user-centered design and a relentless focus on improving user experience.

Superpowers

• Extreme Ownership. You own the outcomes, drive initiatives, and solve problems proactively. If you need direction and someone to hold your hand, this job is not for you.
• Customer Obsessed. Everything we build should leave our customers saying, "Aw dip. This product is off the charts cool. Whoever wrote that code deserves a raise!"
• Proactive Learning. You stay ahead of the curve, continuously learning and implementing cutting-edge technologies.
• Team Commitment. You build, mentor, and lead a high-performance engineering team that delivers results together.
• Self Awareness. You know your strengths, weaknesses, and how to surround yourself with the right talent to succeed.