Lead Product Designer

Job Description As a Lead Product Designer at Freshworks, you will be responsible for driving the product design process from concept to launch, ensuring high-quality, user-centered design solutions. Your key responsibilities will include: - Leading and mentoring a team of designers to foster a collaborative and innovative work environment - Collaborating closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define product strategy and requirements - Conducting user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and enhance product experiences - Creating and maintaining design systems for consistency across products and platforms - Developing wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for various digital products - Presenting design concepts and rationales to stakeholders and executive leadership - Staying updated with industry trends and best practices in UX/UI design - Contributing to the overall product strategy and vision by aligning design goals with business objectives - Facilitating design thinking workshops and brainstorming sessions to generate innovative solutions Qualifications: - 6+ years of experience in product design with a strong portfolio showcasing your best work - Proven expertise in leading and mentoring design teams - Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Figma, and Adobe Creative Suite - Strong understanding of UX/UI design principles and best practices - Excellent visual design skills with attention to detail - Experience in user research, usability testing, and data-driven design decisions - Proficiency in creating interactive prototypes and design specifications - Effective communication and presentation skills to articulate design decisions - Familiarity with Agile methodologies and product development processes - Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field - Knowledge of current design trends and emerging technologies - Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail - Experience with responsive design and mobile-first approaches (Note: The additional information section was omitted as no content was provided in the job description),