Design Lead (remote) - Remote Eligible

Design Lead (Remote)

We are currently looking for a Design Lead (Remote). In this role, you will spearhead the design strategy for an e-commerce agency, leading a talented design team and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Your expertise will be key in transforming client needs into impactful design solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This position offers the opportunity to mentor designers and ensure the delivery of user-centric solutions that align with business objectives, creating a significant impact in the e-commerce space.

Accountabilities

• Transform client needs and challenges into persuasive design solutions with consultative presentations.
• Identify and communicate design problems and propose creative, user- and business-focused solutions.
• Apply expert knowledge of design principles, typography, color theory, and conversion rate optimization.
• Utilize qualitative and quantitative research methods to inform design recommendations.
• Incorporate motion graphics, animation, and email marketing design where applicable.
• Articulate and negotiate design decisions with clients.
• Manage design deliverables, including maintaining design systems and component libraries.
• Participate actively in sprint ceremonies, prioritize tasks, and manage timelines across multiple projects.
• Coordinate design hand-offs to development and quality assurance teams and support implementation.
• Provide timely updates via project management tools and communicate effectively across teams.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a small team of designers, including hiring, onboarding, and performance reviews.
• Facilitate brainstorming sessions, workshops, and collaboration across disciplines.
• Support project managers with design-related queries and estimations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant design experience with at least 2 years focused on e-commerce website design.
• Expert proficiency in Figma, Sketch and Adobe XD; intermediate skills in Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Strong understanding of UX design, responsive and accessible design, CRO, and Shopify platform standards.
• Experience building and maintaining design systems and component libraries.
• Intermediate knowledge of motion graphics, animation, and email marketing campaigns.
• Proven leadership skills in managing design team members, mentoring, and delegating work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to present to clients and internal leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and sprint workflows is a plus.
• Experience working collaboratively with developers, UX researchers, and content strategists.

Benefits

• Remote first organization
• Full medical, dental, vision, disability, and company paid life insurance
• Employer 401(k) contributions
• Employee assistance program
• Start accrual with 20 days of PTO annually + holidays
• Annual winter break: We close the week between Christmas and New Year's so everyone can truly disconnect and recharge
• Paid parental leave
• Company events, happy hours, and retreats
• Budget for continuing education
• Other perks vary by location