Head of Design
Bitso
Working At Bitso
We are a diverse team that takes pride in understanding the perspectives of others. We fully embrace working remotely and we are eager to act, improve and accelerate progress inside and outside of our organization.
To drive revolutionary changes in society and make crypto useful, we delight our customers with world-class products, deep care, and intentional empathy.
Your Purpose
As the Head of Design at Bitso, you will be responsible for leading and shaping the design vision and strategy across our product lines. This role requires a seasoned design leader with a strong track record of creating user-centered design solutions in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, marketing, and executive leadership, to drive the overall user experience and ensure our products are not only functional but also delightful and engaging.
Who You Are
- 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
Key Responsibilities:
- Design Leadership:
- 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.
- Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:
- 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.
- User Experience and Design Excellence:
- 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.
- Strategic Planning:
- 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.
- Innovation and Industry Trends:
- 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.
Join Bitso and be at the forefront of Making Crypto Useful in Latin America!
Who We Are
With over 9 million users, Bitso is the leading cryptocurrency platform in Latin America. We are developing the cryptocurrency ecosystem in the region and enabling financial inclusion. We believe crypto is the future of finance, and we’re committed to making it useful by providing equal access to safe and intuitive financial products.
When we hire people for our team, we specifically test for the following traits in addition to our cultural values:
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Mission-Driven: We seek individuals who are passionate about crypto and Bitso’s mission and resilient in facing industry challenges
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High Sense of Urgency: We prioritize candidates who demonstrate a high sense of urgency and responsibility.
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Exceptional Hard Skills: We seek individuals who possess exceptional skills in their respective fields, with no room for mediocrity.
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Self-Management: We look for individuals who can independently manage their work, career, and professional development.
Compensation & Benefits
At Bitso, you are taking the front seat on the edge of crypto innovation, creating the next generation of crypto-powered products.
So for those willing to commit, adapt and pioneer the most important change of the century we offer:
- 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.
Want to leave an undoubtedly legacy with us? Fasten your seatbelt and join this spaceship, where you will find exponential growth and the opportunity to thrive!
- These are the applicable requisites, although equivalent competencies in any of the above will also be considered.
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