Senior Product Designer

SENIOR PRODUCT DESIGNER

Department:

Operations & Delivery

Reports to:


Design Lead 

WHO WE ARE

We are responsible for code changing the lives of people around the world, every day. We solve complex problems and build big ideas. And we don’t stop. We believe in the ability of technology to make the world a better place; we’re driven to rip through conformity and create new solutions, smarter habits. We know why we’re here: To unleash the potential of people through the power of technology. We are people multiplied by the power of tech and together we are changing the world. 

If the above resonates with you, then you’ve come to the right place! Read on.  

CONTEXT | THE ROLE

As a Senior Product Designer at Platform45, you will be responsible for shaping the design vision and strategy for the project they are working on. Leveraging your extensive experience, you will lead design initiatives, mentor team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding user experiences. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the design direction of our products. 

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES | THE WHAT & THE HOW

The Essentials

• Design Leadership:
  • Lead the design vision and strategy for our clients’ products, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Provide thought leadership on design trends, methodologies, and emerging technologies.
  • Mentor and inspire junior designers, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.
• User Research and Insight:
  • Conduct in-depth user research to gain insights into user behaviours, needs, and pain points.
  • Translate research findings into actionable design strategies to enhance user experiences.
• Conceptualization and Ideation:
  • Drive ideation sessions, contributing creative design solutions to complex problems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to generate and refine design concepts.
• Wireframing and Prototyping:
  • Create detailed wireframes and interactive prototypes to visualise and communicate design concepts.
  • Collaborate closely with development teams to ensure feasibility and optimal user experiences.
• Visual Design Excellence:
  • Create visually stunning and brand-aligned user interfaces.
  • Develop high-fidelity mockups and design assets using industry-standard design tools.
• Design System Ownership:
  • Take ownership of design systems, ensuring consistency and scalability across products.
  • Evolve and enhance the design systems to meet evolving product and design needs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to align design with project goals.
  • Conduct and participate in design reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members.
• Usability Testing and Iteration:
  • Plan and execute usability testing sessions to validate and refine design solutions.
  • Iterate on designs based on user feedback, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:
  • Create comprehensive design documentation, including design specifications and guidelines.
  • Share design knowledge through presentations, workshops, and mentorships
• Usability Testing:
  • Plan and conduct usability testing sessions to gather insights on design effectiveness.
  • Analyse usability test results and collaborate on refining designs based on findings.
  • Ensure that all designs meet accessibility standards and provide a seamless experience across multiple devices and platforms.
• Documentation:
  • Create comprehensive design documentation, including design specifications and guidelines.
  • Contribute to the documentation of design processes and best practices.
• Ownership:
  • Own the end-to-end design process for certain features or products, from initial discovery to final implementation.
• Stay Updated on Design Trends:
  • Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging design technologies.
  • Mentor junior designers and share insights with the team.

Technical Elements 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or a related field.

• 5 + years experience in product design with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects.
• Experience leading design for large-scale products and features from ideation to launch.

• Mastery of design tools such as Figma, or other visual design and wireframing tools.
• Deep understanding of user-centred design principles and methodologies, interaction design, visual design, and best practices, with the ability to apply them holistically to solve complex product challenges.
• Deep knowledge of responsive design, mobile-first principles, and accessibility standards (WCAG).
• Proven ability to conduct user research, usability testing, and analysis to inform and iterate on designs.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate design decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Leadership experience and a track record of mentoring and developing junior designers.

• Comfortable working in an Agile environment with product managers and engineers.

• Passion for staying at the forefront of design trends and technologies