Design Lead
Job Title: Design Lead
About Swivl
At Swivl, we are on a mission to revolutionize field service management for small and midsize (SMB) companies. Our enterprise-level Field Service Management Software (FSM) empowers businesses in industries like plumbing, electrical, landscaping, handyman, and roofing to drive growth and profitability. With our MVP launched and a growing customer base, we are expanding our team to support the next phase of growth. Our roadmap is filled with innovative features and integrations to keep us at the forefront of the FSM industry.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Design Lead to take ownership of our UI/UX design and product experience. You will be responsible for leading the design team, driving the design strategy, and ensuring a seamless and intuitive user experience. This role requires collaboration with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to bring innovative and user-centric design solutions to life.
Key Responsibilities
- Design Leadership: Lead and mentor the design team, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
- UI/UX Strategy: Define and implement a user experience strategy that aligns with Swivl’s business goals and customer needs.
- User Research & Testing: Conduct user research, usability testing, and data-driven design decisions to enhance user satisfaction.
- Design Systems: Develop and maintain a scalable design system to ensure consistency across all platforms and devices.
- Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into compelling user experiences.
- Prototyping & Wireframing: Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs to effectively communicate design concepts.
- Accessibility & Responsiveness: Ensure designs are inclusive, accessible, and optimized for various devices and screen sizes.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with industry trends, design best practices, and new technologies to keep Swivl at the forefront of design innovation.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in UI/UX design, with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
- A strong portfolio showcasing expertise in web and mobile design, user research, and design systems.
- Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and other design and prototyping tools.
- Experience with user-centered design, usability principles, and agile development processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present and justify design decisions.
- Experience working in cross-functional teams with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders.
- Familiarity with the field service industry or similar SaaS products.
- Familiarity with front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), motion design, or branding is a plus.
Why Join Swivl?
- Impact-Driven Work: Play a pivotal role in shaping the design and user experience of a rapidly growing FSM SaaS platform.
- Innovative Culture: Work with a passionate and talented team that values innovation and user-first design.
- Growth Opportunities: Gain leadership experience, influence product decisions, and make a real impact.
If you are a passionate and experienced design leader looking to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you!
Please note: This job description provides a general overview of the position and does not encompass all tasks or responsibilities that may be required by the role.