Purpose
To lead the UX/UI team in creating user-centered designs, inspiring team growth, and ensuring the successful execution of design projects in our Egypt offices.
Primary Responsibilities
- Team Leadership: Lead the design process, inspiring and mentoring the team while overseeing their tasks and development.
- Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to define and refine design requirements.
- User Research: Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and improve user experiences.
- Design Creation: Develop wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs that enhance the overall user experience.
- Mentorship: Promote best practices in design and guide junior team members in their professional growth.
- Presentation: Present design concepts and strategies to stakeholders, effectively communicating ideas and gathering feedback.
Other Responsibilities
- Stay Updated: Keep abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to inspire innovative design solutions.
- Feedback Incorporation: Actively seek and incorporate feedback from team members and stakeholders to refine designs.
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of design processes and decisions for reference and future projects.
- Cross-Functional Support: Support other teams in understanding design principles and their application to projects.
- Foster Collaboration: Encourage a collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives and creative problem-solving.
Skills & Knowledge
- Experience Design Expertise: Strong understanding of user experience design, UX/UI principles, and methodologies.
- Software Proficiency: Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Figma, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Communication Skills: Excellent English communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design ideas clearly.
- Research Skills: Strong research abilities to gather insights that inform design decisions.
- Leadership Abilities: Experience leading design projects and teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous in ensuring quality and consistency in design outputs.
Experience
- Years Required: Minimum of 5 years in experience design, UX/UI, or a related field.
Education
- Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.