Lead Software Product Designer

Posted on: 
September 10, 2024

Lead Software Product Designer at Exadel

We are seeking a highly experienced and talented Lead Software Product Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software product design, proficiency in Figma, and advanced English language skills.

Work at Exadel - Who We Are

Since 1998, Exadel has been engineering its products and custom software for clients of all sizes. Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Exadel has 2,800+ employees in development centers across America, Europe, and Asia. Our people drive Exadel’s success and are at the core of our values.

About the Customer

The world's largest human resources consulting firm is headquartered in New York City, with its main branches in 40+ countries. Over 20,500 employees operate internationally in more than 130 countries. Its services are used by 97% of Fortune 500 companies.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in software product design, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful projects
  • Portfolio showcasing impactful design projects, with an emphasis on user-centered design and data visualization
  • Proficiency in Figma and other design tools (e.g., Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite)
  • Solid understanding of design principles, information architecture, and user experience design
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor a design team, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and creative work environment
  • Background in working closely with stakeholders to ensure cohesive, practical, and feasible design solutions
  • Practice in an Agile development environment
  • Problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Familiarity with design systems and component-based design

English level: Advanced (C1 level or higher)

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of intuitive and engaging software products from concept to launch
  • Collaborate with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into innovative design solutions
  • Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using Figma
  • Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and iterate on design solutions
  • Ensure that designs are consistent with brand guidelines and industry best practices
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies
  • Communicate design concepts and solutions clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Advantages of Working with Exadel

Transparent Career Roadmap

  • The HR manager accompanies each employee on their first steps in the company and assists them in achieving future professional goals
  • Exadel is a global company with 30+ offices in 15+ countries. Employees have the chance to discover new places to live and work and can transfer to any location that has an Exadel production office. The HR manager and the Global Mobility specialist accompany the employee and assist throughout the relocation process
  • Your career growth is in your hands, so each Exadeller decides when to level up and initiate performance assessments. The management team supports career planning and the discovery of new tech stacks and languages

Learning & Development Opportunities

  • We believe in nurturing talent and fostering growth. That's why we budget every year for your continuous learning journey. From professional development courses to books and certification, we're invested in your success
  • Employees participate actively and benefit from the knowledge-sharing environment across seven practice units: Digital Marketing Technologies, Content Marketing, AI, QA, QAA, Agile, and DevOps
  • Employees can find recordings from meetups and trainings on Exadel’s Internal Learning System

Work & Life Balance

  • Each Exadeller is in charge of managing their workflow independently without being micromanaged at every step; it is, however, important that an employee always attends meetings, logs their time, and meets deadlines
  • Operating from the office or remotely depends on which mode the employee prefers. Hybrid or remote mode staff will receive the necessary equipment before their first working day. For those who prefer to work in an office, the office network offers up-to-date equipment, good facilities, and a warm, collaborative environment
  • The team meets at two annual team-building events across locations; in addition, there are team events such as Pizza Days, Programmer’s Day, informal meetups, board game parties, and sports initiatives

Employee Perks & Bonuses

  • The Exadel referral program covers all regions and involves recognition for hired recommended professionals. Depending on the location and the position, an employee receives a monetary bonus for recommending a candidate to Exadel who ends up being hired
  • Employees collect coins for numerous project activities, exchanging them for products or services of their choice available at the Exadel store
  • Volunteers for mentoring, interviewing, performing assessments, and participating in community meet-ups get additional monetary bonuses
  • Location-dependent, Exadellers can access benefit platforms with vouchers for online stores, medical insurance reimbursement, sports membership fees, vacations, and childbirth bonuses
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