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Director of Product Design

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Expert & Leadership (>10 years)
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Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Design or related field., 10+ years of design experience with a leadership role., Strong portfolio in user-centered and visual design., Experience with design tools like Sketch and Figma., Proven ability to manage high-performing design teams..

Key responsabilities:

  • Develop and communicate design vision and strategy.
  • Lead the design process from concept to completion.
  • Conduct user research to inform product design.
  • Mentor and inspire design team through collaboration.
  • Establish design systems and analyze project KPIs.
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NEOGOV SME https://www.neogov.com/
501 - 1000 Employees
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About

NEOGOV is a fast-growing SaaS leader in the Public Sector with a mission to serve the people who serve the people. Our clients use our software to manage their employee lifecycle from hire to retire by streamlining processes in our centralized platform. We are passionate about technology, focused on customer success, and have an entrepreneurial environment where innovation is encouraged and rewarded.

NEOGOV is one of the top 50 fastest growing private software companies in the U.S. — Sound like a company you'd like to join? We are looking for top talent to make significant contributions to our products, technology, and customer s.

We are looking for an experienced and visionary Director of Design to lead our design team across both our NEOGOV and PowerDMS platforms. In this role, you will drive the design strategy, oversee the execution of design projects, and ensure that our products are intuitive, accessible, and visually appealing. You will collaborate closely with product management, engineering, marketing, and other cross-functional teams to create exceptional user experiences that meet our customers' needs.

What You Will Do

  • Develop and communicate a clear design vision and strategy for NEOGOV and PowerDMS, aligning with overall business objectives and market demands.
  • Drive the design process from concept to completion, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery of design projects.
  • Lead user research and usability testing to gather insights and feedback, ensuring that our products are user-friendly and meet the needs of our diverse customer base.
  • Champion a user-centered design approach across the organization.
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Recruit, develop, and retain top design talent.
  • Work closely with product management, engineering, marketing, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective execution of design initiatives.
  • Advocate for design excellence and user experience throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Establish and maintain design systems, standards, and best practices to ensure consistency and scalability across all products.
  • Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of design projects and make data-driven decisions.
  • Stay current with design trends, tools, and technologies, and apply this knowledge to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Represent NEOGOV at industry events, conferences, and customer meetings, positioning the company as a thought leader in design and user experience.

Who You Are

  • You are passionate about design and user experience, with a deep understanding of design principles and methodologies.
  • You are a strategic thinker with the ability to balance creativity with business goals.
  • You are an excellent communicator and collaborator, able to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams.
  • You are proactive and adaptable, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What You Have

  • Bachelor’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in design, with a proven track record of successfully leading design teams and projects.
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in user-centered design, visual design, and interaction design.
  • Experience designing products for the public safety market or human capital management.
  • Experience with design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.
  • Proven experience in managing and scaling a high-performing design team of 10 or more members, with a hands-on approach to leadership and a track record of driving team success.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
  • Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate design concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Proven ability to build strong relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.

What NEOGOV Offers

  • Competitive Wages
  • Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees effective Day 1
  • Generous PTO to support work-life balance
  • 401K Matching
  • 12-week Paid Parental Leave
  • Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
  • Remote working opportunities
  • Inclusive and diverse work environment

NEOGOV does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors .

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Experience

Level of experience: Expert & Leadership (>10 years)
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Soft Skills

  • collaboration
  • analytical-skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Creativity
  • Leadership
  • communication

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