UX/UI Design Lead

Merge Rocks is a design focus agency specializing in UX-first solutions for SaaS
and Fintech products. We bring value to our clients by combining cutting-edge
design with robust technical expertise.

Explore our case studies here: merge.rocks/case-studies
[https://merge.rocks/case-studies]

We are looking for an experienced and ambitious UX/UI Design Lead to join our
incredible team. You will be leading, managing, and nurturing a team
of designers. In addition, you will take a central role in overseeing the
projects and will be directly responsible for their creativity and quality,
as long as client satisfaction. Design Lead reports to the Head of Design.

We add value to products through UX-first design and tech expertise.

Key figures about us:

* 7+ years on the market;
* 30+ employees;
* 100+ projects from the USA, Australia, and Europe.


WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING?

* Lead & Mentor team of designers (1-3 designers of Junior-Middle levels);
* Manage 1-3 projects simultaneously;
* UX Research of competitors’ products;
* System Architecture Design for various web applications and websites,
primarily in SaaS and Fintech domains;
* Delivering demos to stakeholders;
* Delivering UX/UI Mockups to the Front-end team;
* Estimating scope of tasks, lead other designers, keeping track of deadlines.


WHAT IS NEEDED?

* At least 4 years of experience in UX/UI for Web and Mobile apps;
* Experience in management of UI/UX designers or teaching design courses with
a focus on guiding and mentoring individuals;
* B2-C1 English proficiency is mandatory, as you’ll communicate with
international clients and deliver presentations to stakeholders.
* Combination of strong visual UI and system architecture skills;
* Experience in creating design systems or UI Kits based on Atomic Design
approach;
* Ability to articulate and support your own decisions;
* Experience in all product design phases: Competitors Research,
UX Architecture, Wireframing, UI Visual Concept, UX/UI Mockups for full Web
App, Delivery;
* Portfolio with awesome UI/UX projects.


BENEFITS

* Base salary + bonuses projects;
* Fully-remote;
* Annual professional development budget of $1,000;
* Free handling of PE account from our accountants;
* Free English classes with a native speaker;
* 20 days of paid vacations and 10 days of sick leaves per year;
* Coworking space coverage — available for team members in Ukraine;
* Flexibility to work on different projects globally, offering diverse
experiences;
* A collaborative and ambitious team with a modern approach and strong
leadership;
* Open-mindness and flexibility in both work culture and projects.