Senior Product Designer

Bayut & dubizzle have the unique distinction of being iconic, homegrown brands with a strong presence across the seven emirates in the UAE. Connecting millions of users across the country, we are committed to delivering the best online search experience.

As part of Dubizzle Group, we are alongside some of the strongest classified brands in the market. With a collective strength of 5 brands, we have more than 123 million monthly users that trust in our dedication to providing them with the best platform for their needs.

As a Senior Product Designer, your role is crucial in driving design solutions that solve complex problems with a user-centred focus. You will influence and shape the direction of our products across all platforms. Your advanced understanding and implementation of design principles, combined with your ability to mentor and elevate other team members, makes you an essential player in our team's mission to deliver unparalleled digital experiences.

In this role, you will:

• Lead complex design projects from concept development to execution across various platforms.
• Conduct in-depth user research and usability studies to guide design decisions and propose innovative solutions.
• Communicate design concepts effectively to stakeholders, facilitating productive design reviews.
• Mentor junior designers, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Drive the expansion and evolution of the current design system, addressing new and unforeseen use cases.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, providing design insight and integrating user needs, technical constraints, and business objectives into the design process.
• Advocate for the user, ensuring a user-centred design approach is upheld across all projects.

Requirements

• A degree in Design, Computer Science, or a similar field.

• 5+ years of experience in product design, including designing and launching consumer-facing digital products.

• Deep understanding of typography, interaction design, information architecture, and visual design.
• Extensive knowledge of design systems and how to evolve them to cater to diverse use cases.
• Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and their application in the design process.
• Expertise in design software (Figma, Adobe XD etc.) and prototyping tools.
• Excellent understanding of UI/UX principles, design thinking methodology, and user-centred design practices.
• Aptitude for balancing user needs, business goals, and technical constraints.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong mentorship and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to foster collaboration and excellence among team members.
• Excellent project management and multitasking abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex design challenges.
• A proactive and self-directed approach to work, with the ability to take on leadership responsibilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality design work.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and project requirements.
• Strong empathy for users, with a commitment to creating user-centred design solutions.

Benefits

• A fast paced, high performing team.
• Multicultural environment with over 60 different nationalities
• Competitive Tax-free Salary
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Annual Air Ticket Allowance
• Employee discounts at multiple vendors across the Emirates
• Rewards & Recognitions
• Learning & Development

Bayut & dubizzle is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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