Head of Design

Head of Design at Hacker Rank Careers.

About the role Hacker Rank is on the lookout for a Head of Design who will play a pivotal role in defining and enhancing the user experience across our platform.

This leadership position entails overseeing the design team responsible for both conventional product interactions and pioneering AI-enhanced features.

The ideal candidate will work in close collaboration with product designers and design managers to ensure a seamless and engaging user journey.

• Key facts
• Location: Hybrid in Bangalore, India
• Engagement: Full-time
• Team: Product, Engineering, and Design Leadership
• What you’ll do
• Establish a comprehensive design vision for Hacker Rank's platform that aligns with the overarching strategic objectives of the company, ensuring it embodies the future of technical recruitment and developer competencies.
• Shape user interaction with AI functionalities throughout the platform, setting benchmarks for AI assessments and interaction methodologies while promoting innovative experimentation among designers with new technologies.
• Enhance the overall user experience on Hacker Rank by refining the information architecture, streamlining workflows, and improving interaction patterns to foster a cohesive product identity.
• Collaborate intimately with leadership in Product and Engineering to influence product strategies, prioritize key initiatives, and pinpoint critical challenges, ensuring a balance between user needs and technical viability.
• Recruit, develop, and maintain a high-performing design team, emphasizing the importance of leadership development and creating a culture that supports rapid yet quality decision-making.
• Mentor and guide design team members, fostering an environment of creativity and innovation while ensuring adherence to best practices in design.
• Conduct regular design reviews and feedback sessions to ensure high standards are met and to facilitate continuous improvement within the team.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to keep Hacker Rank at the forefront of design excellence and user experience innovation.

Requirements

• A compelling portfolio that demonstrates your strong decision-making skills, leadership experience, and successful project outcomes, including insights into your contributions to launched products.
• Significant experience in product design, particularly in managing intricate platforms, with a proven track record in leadership positions overseeing design teams and managers.
• Demonstrated ability to build and elevate design teams, including the recruitment of senior-level talent and enhancing team performance metrics.
• Experience working alongside senior leaders in Product and Engineering to craft strategies and translate vague concepts into concrete product solutions.
• Hands-on experience in delivering AI-driven products or systems characterized by non-deterministic behavior.
• A proactive approach to design, with a readiness to engage directly in the design process and assist teams in achieving exceptional outcomes.
• Proficiency in contemporary design and prototyping tools, with experience in AI and code-related tools being advantageous; familiarity with Framer is a plus.
• Nice to have
• Experience in a fast-paced startup environment, demonstrating agility and adaptability in design processes.
• Knowledge of user research methodologies and the ability to integrate user feedback into design iterations.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards and best practices in user-centered design.

Skills & tools

• Proficient in design and prototyping software such as Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with AI and coding tools that enhance design processes and user interactions.
• Practical notes

Hacker Rank is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We are committed to providing equitable employment opportunities based on individual performance and qualifications, free from discrimination based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

All applicant information will be treated confidentially in accordance with EEO guidelines.

For further details about Hacker Rank and to explore our innovative products, please visit our website and learn more about our mission to transform technical hiring.

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