Head of Design

Summary

Join Bitso as the Head of Design and lead the design vision and strategy across all product lines. This senior leadership role requires 10+ years of experience in design, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor designers, and ensure high-quality user experiences. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills, along with a deep understanding of UX/UI principles. Bitso offers a remote-first work environment, unlimited paid time off, employee stock options, and various other benefits.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in design, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Proven track record of leading design teams in high-growth tech companies, preferably in fintech, crypto, or related industries
• Strong portfolio showcasing successful design leadership and user-centered design solutions
• Deep understanding of UX/UI design principles, user research methodologies, and design systems
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to think strategically while being detail-oriented and hands-on when necessary
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align design initiatives with business objectives
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the overall design vision, strategy, and execution across all Bitso products and platforms
• Lead, mentor, and grow a diverse team of designers, including UX/UI designers, researchers and content designers
• Foster a culture of innovation, creativity, and user-centricity within and outside the design team
• Work closely with product, engineering, and marketing teams to ensure design aligns with business objectives and user needs
• Act as a key partner to the executive team, providing insights and recommendations on design trends, opportunities, and challenges
• Advocate for design thinking and user experience best practices across the organization
• Oversee the design process from concept to delivery, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and cohesive user experiences across all touchpoints
• Drive user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and iterate on product designs
• Ensure that Bitso’s design language and brand identity are consistently applied and evolve to meet user needs and market demands
• Contribute to the company’s strategic planning process by identifying design opportunities that align with business goals
• Develop and manage design budgets, resources, and timelines, ensuring the team can deliver impactful results
• Stay up-to-date with the latest design, technology, and cryptocurrency industry trends, and apply this knowledge to keep Bitso at the forefront of innovation
• Explore and implement new tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance the design team’s efficiency and effectiveness

Benefits

• Me Time program, including unlimited paid time off
• Remote-first work environment
• Employee Stock Option program
• Zero trading fees through our Bitso Alpha app
• Extended Family Leave Policy: all birthing parents, non-birthing parents and adopting parents are eligible for a 4-months leave
• Premium health, dental and life insurances in Mexico, Gibraltar, Colombia, USA, Brazil and Argentina
• Volunteering days
• Monthly stipend for gym memberships, relaxation activities, sports equipment, cooking classes, books, entertainment and more