Product Design Team Lead

business fortis.world
location_on Dubai
work full-time
3 weeks ago

Description

Office: UAE, Dubai, DWTC, One Central, The Offices 2, i Space Smart Offices Fortis is a Dubai-based retail tech company focused on the digital interaction experience of retail businesses and their customers. At the core of our endeavor is developing an omnichannel platform and a suite of client interfaces and services spanning web, app, smart POS systems, and more. These tools empower merchants and customers and assist other businesses collaborating within this ecosystem.The Fortis solution helps to sell and get paid seamlessly in-person and online with convenience, communicate with customers when needed, attract new customers and retain existing ones, and run the business efficiently. Fortis works for entrepreneurs who are creating businesses for the retail customer. We focus on micro, small, and medium-sized companies, the most extensive segment that forms the backbone of the modern economy. Still, we are also open to working with large enterprises. About the role Art Director is responsible for developing approaches, standards, and quality of visual design across all company products and channels.The main goal is to ensure a high level of user experience (UX) through consistent and modern design that aligns with company business objectives. The role requires focus on systematic approach, design process efficiency, and adaptability of visual solutions for the company's product. We seek a highly skilled and experienced professional with a strong background in working with brands across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and a keen eye for global design trends. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver top-tier design solutions that resonate across diverse markets.About the role Art Director is responsible for developing approaches, standards, and quality of visual design across all company products and channels.The main goal is to ensure a high level of user experience (UX) through consistent and modern design that aligns with company business objectives. The role requires focus on systematic approach, design process efficiency, and adaptability of visual solutions for the company's product. We seek a highly skilled and experienced professional with a strong background in working with brands across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East and a keen eye for global design trends. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver top-tier design solutions that resonate across diverse markets. Main Tasks and Areas of Responsibility Development and evolution of unified approaches to UX/UI and visual style in products Curation of design systems: documentation, updates, standards compliance User scenario research and adaptation of visual solutions to local specifics Management of creative team, companies hired for project tasks Interaction with product, development, marketing, content teams Implementation and setup of design tools and platforms, automation of routine tasks Who we're looking for 7+ years in design, 3+ years in managing creative and product-oriented teams Focus on product design with a deep understanding of UX/UI design, design systems, visual communication principles Experience in scaling design function in international market (preferably in Saa S/fintech products) Knowledge and proficiency in tools: Figma, Adobe CC, AI tools, Notion, Miro Team management skills, conducting 1: 1s, performance reviews English language proficiency, Russian is a strong plus Personal Qualities Cultural Awareness and Adaptability: Cultural Awareness: An understanding and appreciation of different cultures, enabling the designer to create visuals that resonate with diverse audiences and are culturally appropriate. Adaptability: The ability to quickly adjust to new trends, tools, and feedback, ensuring that the designer’s work remains relevant and impactful across various regions. Creativity and Innovation: Creative Thinking: A strong ability to think outside the box and generate innovative ideas that push the boundaries of design while staying aligned with brand objectives. Proactive Innovation: A willingness to explore and adopt new design tools and methodologies, such as AI-assisted design, to continuously improve the quality and efficiency of the work. Attention to Detail: Precision: A meticulous approach to design, ensuring that every element is carefully crafted and that all outputs are of the highest quality. Consistency: An eye for maintaining consistency in branding across all platforms, ensuring that every piece of content aligns with the overall brand identity. Leadership: Leadership Skills: The ability to guide and inspire a team, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and high performance. Strong Communication Skills: Clarity and Articulation: The ability to clearly communicate design concepts and rationales to cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring that everyone is aligned with the project goals. Active Listening: A willingness to listen to feedback and incorporate it into the design process, balancing client needs with creative integrity. Strategic Vision: Forward-Thinking: The ability to see the bigger picture and understand how design decisions will impact the brand and business objectives in the long term. Goal-Oriented: A focus on achieving specific outcomes, with the ability to set and pursue goals that contribute to the company’s overall success. What we offer to our employees Fixed salary + bonus fee Learning and development programs High-quality and sought-after product that is pleasant to develop Best business cases and strategies for our partners Experienced and friendly team High level of flexibility and independence Connecting merchants and their customers Customers, sales, payments, goods, deliveries, employees, orders, discounts, marketing campaigns – everything that connects you to your customers – in one place. Our main priorities are inspired employees, successful partners and satisfied clients. We are confident about the way we should act to follow our aspiring heights. We provide our team members with modern and fully equipped office space as well as a selection of benefits. CV* (drop file here to upload from your device) United Arab Emirates +971Location Career experience CV* (drop file here to upload from your device) Notice period How long is your notice period?*Visa Permission Do you live permanently in Dubai (UAE)?* Do you have a job visa to work in the chosen location (above)?*Please specify the term when your job visa expires with month and year in case you answered 'Yes' to the question before How did you hear about Fortis job opportunities?What languages are you fluent in? English Hindi Malayalam Tagalong Arabic Other language By filling this form and Pressing button Submit the application, you agree to the processing of the data you have submitted in accordance with the Privacy Policy and User Terms . Stay Updated Unlock Exclusive Updates, Offers, and Insights By clicking "GO" you agree to the processing of your personal data by Fortis as described in our User Terms and Privacy Policy . You can unsubscribe at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Posted: 7th July 2025 6.04 pm

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