NEOGOV
Director of Product Design
NEOGOV - San Francisco, California, United States, 94199![NEOGOV](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Overview
Salary:
Depends on Qualifications
Location :
Remote
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remote Employment:
Remote Only
Job Number:
00494
Department:
Product
Division:
General
Opening Date:
08/29/2024
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 customers.
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.
01
If you're in the US, will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?)
NoYesNot in the US
02
Are you legally able to work in Canada for any employer without limitations?
YesNo
03
How many years of experience do you have in product design?
No experience1-2 years3-5 years5-10 years10+ years
04
Do you have experience designing products for the public safety market or human capital management?
YesNo
05
Do you have experience managing and scaling a design team? If yes, how many years?
06
What SaaS products have you designed/managed ?
07
Please list the design tools you have used.
08
Please add your portfolio here
Required Question
Depends on Qualifications
Location :
Remote
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remote Employment:
Remote Only
Job Number:
00494
Department:
Product
Division:
General
Opening Date:
08/29/2024
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 customers.
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.
01
If you're in the US, will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?)
NoYesNot in the US
02
Are you legally able to work in Canada for any employer without limitations?
YesNo
03
How many years of experience do you have in product design?
No experience1-2 years3-5 years5-10 years10+ years
04
Do you have experience designing products for the public safety market or human capital management?
YesNo
05
Do you have experience managing and scaling a design team? If yes, how many years?
06
What SaaS products have you designed/managed ?
07
Please list the design tools you have used.
08
Please add your portfolio here
Required Question