Lead Product Designer📣 إعلان

About the Lead Product Designer Role at Jeeny

Jeeny is a leading ride-hailing platform dedicated to transforming daily commuting and transportation by connecting users with their preferred modes of transport, making mobility accessible, convenient, and affordable. As a joint venture between MEIG, Rocket Internet, and IMENA, Jeeny operates in Saudi Arabia and Jordan and is committed to innovation, teamwork, and delivering exceptional user experiences. We are seeking a Lead Product Designer to join our team in Riyadh for a full-time position.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

The Lead Product Designer will be responsible for leading a team of product designers, advancing UX research initiatives, and shaping the design strategy at Jeeny. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of user-centered design principles and team management.

• Lead and mentor a team of Product Designers (PDs) or Associate Product Designers (APDs), supporting their professional development.
• Oversee and guide continuous user experience research and user testing processes.
• Produce and regularly review comprehensive findings from user research.
• Prioritize design backlogs and manage design sprints effectively.
• Review the work produced by the design team on a consistent basis.
• Track, report on, and achieve relevant metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Develop both short-term and long-term design strategies.
• Represent the design team in various forums and facilitate thought workshops.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Candidates for this role should possess a strong background in product design and leadership. The ideal applicant will have a proven track record in user-facing applications and a strategic approach to design.

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field is required. An MBA or advanced degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Product Design for user-facing mobile and web applications.
• Experience working for tech companies within the transportation, deliveries, or eCommerce sectors is preferred.
• Experience working in the Middle East, particularly in KSA and Jordan, is preferred.
• Native Arabic speaker is preferred.

Professional Development and Work Environment

Jeeny fosters an environment that supports continuous learning and professional growth. The company values collaboration and encourages individuals to take ownership of their work.

• Opportunity to collaborate with talented individuals, facilitating learning, growth, and skill expansion.
• An environment that encourages ownership and the pursuit of excellent outcomes.
• Health benefits and insurance are provided.
• Flexible working hours are available.