Dandy is hiring a
Manager, Product Design

Summary

Dandy is seeking a Design Manager with 8+ years of experience in product design to lead their dynamic product design team. The role involves leading the design process, mentoring team members, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving the creation of user-friendly and delightful products.

Requirements

• A seasoned design leader with 8+ years of product design experience, including substantial time leading design teams
• A portfolio showcasing excellence in UX and visual design, with a strong emphasis on user-centric methodologies and a successful track record of leading projects from conception to completion
• Expertise in prototyping, interaction design, and utilizing design systems, with a preference for those proficient in Figma
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, with a knack for delivering simple solutions to complex challenges
• Experience fostering team growth and advocating for design best practices and processes within a collaborative, iterative design environment
• Strategic and product thinking capabilities, with a focus on understanding the 'why' behind design decisions and product directions
• Adaptability in a fast-paced startup environment, comfortable with juggling multiple roles and responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand the product design team, fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and collaboration
• Strategize and oversee the design process, ensuring seamless integration of user research, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity designs into the product development lifecycle
• Mentor team members, helping them grow their skills and career paths, while maintaining high design standards and practices
• Collaborate with product managers, engineering, and go-to-market leaders to define product strategy, ensuring design solutions meet customer needs and business goals
• Drive the evolution of our design system, ensuring it supports efficient and effective design and development processes
• Balance long-term vision with short-term objectives, making strategic decisions on design priorities and trade-offs
• Champion user-centered design principles across the organization, advocating for user needs and ensuring the delivery of optimal user experiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in designing and building CAD tools and/or dental related interfaces
• Experience with illustration, animation, and print design skills to enhance product storytelling and brand experience

Benefits

We offer a wide range of best in class, comprehensive and inclusive employee benefits including healthcare, dental, parental planning, mental health benefits, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off