Design Lead

Five Jars is looking for an experienced Design Lead to drive Web and UI/UX design services within the company. You will establish new and enhance existing processes, grow the design team, contribute to the company's growth by providing project/department strategy and helping to execute it, and work with inspiring non-profit organizations as our clients. If you are a person eager to take on a new responsibility in UI/UX Design within a rapidly growing software development environment, we have a great opportunity for you!

Who are we

Five Jars is a Full-service Design, Strategy, and Web Development digital agency that creates intuitive, data-driven web experiences. Over the past six years, we've delivered more than 100 projects for clients in various industries, including health and fitness, media, arts and culture, and NGOs. As a team of creative and talented experts, led by leaders with 15+ years of experience in technology, we love our projects, working together and doing everything to ensure the company’s and client’s growth.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in Web/UI/UX Design within a software development environment (software development agency, outsourcing company, or design agency) 
• Highly skilled in design principles, UX, and UI design, with a proven track record of leading successful projects and delivering top-notch designs, particularly in web design. Experience in creating visually appealing and user-friendly web layouts is essential for this role
• A portfolio with design examples (such as landing pages, wireframes, mockups, products, etc)
• Experience creating design systems
• Experience managing and guiding a team of designers, mentorship experience within a design team
• Capable of creating efficient design workflows, implementing design tools and technologies, and ensuring smooth collaboration within the team and across departments
• Excellent interpersonal skills for arranging meetings with clients, understanding their needs, and building strong relationships
• Proficient in presenting design work to clients and internal stakeholders, effectively communicating design decisions
• Adaptable to changing project requirements and skilled at solving complex design challenges
• Passionate about learning the latest design trends, tools, and technologies and encouraging the team to enhance their skills
• Fluency in spoken and written English (B2/C1 level)

Responsibilities

• Delivery (45%)
• Utilize extensive expertise in design principles, UX, and UI to lead design projects and deliver high-quality outcomes
• Spearhead web design projects and produce visually appealing, user-friendly web layouts
• Develop wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to effectively communicate design concepts and interactions
• Conduct user research to gain insights into user behaviors, needs, and motivations, leveraging the findings to drive design decisions and enhance user experiences
• Define and design user interactions, including user flows, navigation models, and micro-interactions, with a focus on creating seamless and engaging experiences
• Oversee design development for both new and existing clients, ensuring the delivery of exceptional design solutions
• Conduct thorough discovery phases to gather requirements, understand project goals, and define design strategies
• Present and demonstrate design team results to clients, collect valuable feedback, and incorporate necessary adjustments




• Business Development (Pre-Sales & Marketing) (35%)
• Attend pre-sales meetings and conduct client interviews to gather design direction and requirements
• Develop design strategies and accurate project estimates for new initiatives
• Collaborate with the sales team to prepare compelling proposals
• Analyze project requirements and propose innovative design solutions
• Conduct thorough project estimations and provide a comprehensive scope of work reviews for the design aspects
• Actively participate in marketing activities, including conducting research, creating informative video presentations, and providing valuable insights for blog posts
• Represent the company from a design perspective at conferences and events, showcasing expertise and thought leadership




• Strategy & Leadership (10%)
• Assist leadership with developing a long-term design vision for the company spanning 1, 3, and 5 years
• Define and implement design team objectives and strategies that align with business targets
• Continuously research and stay updated on design trends to inform future directions
• Identify and implement innovative designs that provide a competitive advantage
• Take ownership of internal design services, identifying and resolving issues through effective design decisions in collaboration with the technical team




• Management and Mentorship (10%)
• Strategically expand and cultivate the design team, identifying talent and fostering their growth to meet evolving needs and excel in their roles
• Effectively manage and mentor a team of designers in the future, providing guidance, support, and constructive feedback to foster their professional growth and excel in their work
• Create comprehensive and clear documentation and policies for the design team, outlining design standards, guidelines, and best practices in an easily understandable manner
• Encourage the design team to stay updated with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies, actively seeking professional development opportunities
• Foster a culture of collaboration within the team and across departments to enhance productivity and synergy
• Establish a comprehensive learning and education roadmap for the design team, ensuring their professional growth through courses, new design trends, and approaches
• Engage in performance reviews, conduct regular one-to-one meetings, and actively support the growth of design team members

We propose

• 100% remote work and flexible schedule
• 7-hour working day
• Professional growth in leadership position with team growth
• Performance and salary review
• Benefits such as vacation, sick leaves, days off during official national holidays, and your birthday
• Happy Hour on Fridays with team members
• Help with learning new things (courses, books, etc.)
• Support in participating in conferences
• Warm and friendly working environment
• Respect and support with all activities
• Team building and other sorts of online/offline team activities