567 Design Lead jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Spearhead the design and user experience of B2B products, driving the design process from discovery to delivery, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions.

• User-Centered Design Champion
• Collaborative Problem-Solver
• Strategic Thinker

About You:

• 8+ years of experience in product design, user experience, or a similar role, with a proven track record of designing and delivering successful digital products in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong expertise in product discovery, user experience design, interaction design, visual design, and prototyping.
• Ability to think strategically about design's role in achieving business goals and user needs.

We believe talent thrives in an environment where you can be your best self. We empower our team members to create, elevate, grow, and care. Our company is made up of the best and brightest, united by a shared ambition to make a lasting impact.

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Digital Product Design Leader

We are looking for a highly skilled and innovative leader to oversee the design and development of our digital products. This role requires a perfect balance of user-centric design thinking and technical expertise in front-end technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the creation of intuitive user interfaces for web and mobile platforms.
• Translate business requirements into wireframes, mockups, and prototypes using tools like Figma or Sketch.
• Define and maintain consistent visual design systems, UI patterns, and brand alignment.

Front-End Development:

• Develop responsive, performant, and accessible user interfaces using Angular and TypeScript.
• Collaborate with backend teams to integrate RESTful APIs built with Spring Boot.
• Ensure pixel-perfect implementation of UI/UX designs into functional applications.

Technical Leadership:

• Lead a team of UI developers and designers; mentor junior team members and conduct code reviews.
• Set best practices for design-to-development workflow, version control (Git), and component reusability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software.

User Testing & Optimization:

• Conduct usability testing and gather feedback to improve UX iteratively.
• Implement A/B testing, user behavior analytics, and data-driven improvements.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 5 years of experience in UI/UX design and front-end development.
• Hands-on proficiency with Flutter, Angular (v10), Spring Boot, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
• Experience integrating with REST APIs and working in full-stack environments.
• Solid understanding of responsive design, accessibility (WCAG), and cross-browser compatibility.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with microservices and API-first architecture.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira and Confluence.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, Docker, or cloud-based deployments.
• Knowledge of UX research methods and design thinking workshops.

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Design Manager to lead our design team and drive the development of world-class products. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing the work of the design team, ensuring timely delivery against project roadmaps, and supporting individual designers in their professional growth and development.

• Oversee the quality and timeliness of design deliverables across multiple projects and teams.
• Mentor and guide junior designers to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Analyze operational workflows and identify opportunities for improvement, including production outsourcing and collaboration with Web Engineering.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and validate product outcomes that meet business objectives.
• Evaluate and refine design systems and guidelines to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Work closely with design leadership to develop and implement best practices across the organization.
• Foster engagement with the open source community to stay up-to-date on industry trends and apply learnings to improve our products.

• A portfolio showcasing exceptional UX design skills and expertise in technology.
• Exceptional educational achievements in design or related behavioral science fields.
• Proven experience with user needs discovery, validation, and implementation guidance throughout the product lifecycle.
• A commitment to transparent project delivery and ownership of team deadlines.
• Experience managing a team and interacting with technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with quantitative optimization approaches.
• A passion for balancing consistency and innovation in design solutions.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for internal events.

• Competitive base pay dependent on geographical location, level of experience, knowledge, and skills.
• Additional benefits include a fully remote working environment, personal learning and development budget, annual compensation review, recognition rewards, and employee assistance program.

We're seeking a skilled and experienced Senior UX/UI Expert to join our team. As a key member of our design team, you will be responsible for driving design strategy and execution for our digital products.

Driven to create unique home-grown food concepts that bring people together, the Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality company with multiple concepts under its umbrella – SALT, Parker’s, Grind, Somewhere, Public, Soil, Shalwa and Kumo.

We are presently seeking to hire a highly qualified Design Lead who will be a pivotal creative force, responsible for defining, developing, and maintaining the visual identity and aesthetic integrity of our various restaurant brands. This role requires a visionary designer with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of F&B branding, and the ability to guide a team in producing high-quality, impactful design solutions across all touchpoints.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creative Direction & Strategy:
  • Lead the development of comprehensive brand guidelines and visual identities for new and existing restaurant concepts.
  • Translate F&B visions and strategies into compelling visual narratives and design solutions.
  • Ensure brand consistency and quality across all internal and external communications and physical spaces.
• Design Execution & Oversight:
  • Oversee the design and production of all brand collateral, including menus, packaging, signage, uniforms, in-venue graphics, and promotional materials.
  • Direct the visual content for digital platforms, social media, websites, and marketing campaigns.
  • Collaborate closely with F&B operations, marketing, project management, and interior design teams to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
  • Manage project timelines and resources effectively to meet deadlines and budget requirements.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship:
  • Mentor and inspire a team of designers, providing constructive feedback, fostering skill development, and promoting a collaborative creative environment.
  • Delegate tasks efficiently and oversee the quality of design output from the team.
• Innovation & Trend Spotting:
  • Stay abreast of global and local design trends, F&B industry innovations, and competitor activities to ensure our brands remain fresh, relevant, and cutting-edge.
  • Propose new design approaches and technologies to enhance brand presence and customer experience.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Arts, or a related creative field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in graphic design, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or senior design role.
  • Proven experience within the F&B, hospitality, or restaurant industry is essential.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of branding projects, particularly for F&B concepts.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat).
  • Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, or similar UI/UX design tools is a plus.
  • Familiarity with motion graphics (After Effects) or 3D rendering software is an advantage.
• Design Acumen:
  • Exceptional understanding of typography, color theory, layout, and visual hierarchy.
  • Ability to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling visual communications.
• Leadership & Communication:
  • Excellent leadership, mentorship, and team-building skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts clearly to both creative and non-creative stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

We are seeking a Game Design Director to lead our game's design, ensuring an engaging, commercially successful, and culturally authentic experience.

This is a unique opportunity to define and lead the game's design direction, ensuring every element of gameplay is fun and reflects the rich cultural narrative vision.

• Creative Leadership: Develop and implement the game's design strategy, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive and engaging game systems.
• Team Building & Mentorship: Build and mentor a team of skilled game designers, providing guidance and support to help them grow in their roles.
• Collaborative Design: Work closely with narrative, art, and cultural partners to integrate authentic aspects of Emirati history and culture into interactive game mechanics.
• Hands-on Design: Engage actively in game design tasks, leveraging your hands-on experience with Unreal Engine to prototype, iterate, and refine gameplay mechanics.
• Cultural Integration: Translate authentic aspects of Emirati culture into interactive game mechanics, advocating for cultural authenticity while ensuring accessibility and engagement for diverse audiences.
• Narrative Development: Collaborate with writers and developers to shape and manage the game's narrative and design assets.
• Project Management: Utilize project management skills to scope and manage the design workload, maintaining project milestones and deadlines.

A dynamic and collaborative work environment that fosters growth, innovation, and creativity. A chance to work on a culturally significant project that showcases Emirati history and culture.

Driven to create unique home-grown food concepts that bring people together, the Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality company with multiple concepts under its umbrella – SALT, Parker's, Grind, Somewhere, Public, Soil, Shalwa and Kumo.

We are presently seeking to hire a highly qualified Design Lead who will be a pivotal creative force, responsible for defining, developing, and maintaining the visual identity and aesthetic integrity of our various restaurant brands. This role requires a visionary designer with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of F&B branding, and the ability to guide a team in producing high-quality, impactful design solutions across all touchpoints.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creative Direction & Strategy:
  • Lead the development of comprehensive brand guidelines and visual identities for new and existing restaurant concepts.
  • Translate F&B visions and strategies into compelling visual narratives and design solutions.
  • Ensure brand consistency and quality across all internal and external communications and physical spaces.
• Design Execution & Oversight:
  • Oversee the design and production of all brand collateral, including menus, packaging, signage, uniforms, in-venue graphics, and promotional materials.
  • Direct the visual content for digital platforms, social media, websites, and marketing campaigns.
  • Collaborate closely with F&B operations, marketing, project management, and interior design teams to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
  • Manage project timelines and resources effectively to meet deadlines and budget requirements.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship:
  • Mentor and inspire a team of designers, providing constructive feedback, fostering skill development, and promoting a collaborative creative environment.
  • Delegate tasks efficiently and oversee the quality of design output from the team.
• Innovation & Trend Spotting:
  • Stay abreast of global and local design trends, F&B industry innovations, and competitor activities to ensure our brands remain fresh, relevant, and cutting-edge.
  • Propose new design approaches and technologies to enhance brand presence and customer experience.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Arts, or a related creative field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in graphic design, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or senior design role.
  • Proven experience within the F&B, hospitality, or restaurant industry is essential.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of branding projects, particularly for F&B concepts.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat).
  • Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, or similar UI/UX design tools is a plus.
  • Familiarity with motion graphics (After Effects) or 3D rendering software is an advantage.
• Design Acumen:
  • Exceptional understanding of typography, color theory, layout, and visual hierarchy.
  • Ability to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling visual communications.
• Leadership & Communication:
  • Excellent leadership, mentorship, and team-building skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts clearly to both creative and non-creative stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Your duties will entail the design and project delivery of ICT network infrastructure services for our clients, including:

1. Design of ICT / Telecommunications / ELV / SMART Technology systems applied to buildings and infrastructure, including mixed-use developments (hotel, residential, retail, and office), airports, and data centers.
2. Experience in delivering communication systems, including Structured Cabling Systems, Networks (LAN, WiFi), Building Management Systems, CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, AudioVisual, and Multimedia systems.
3. Preparation of tender documents and technical specifications.
4. Conducting technical feasibility studies, lifecycle studies, and planning for ICT systems; preparing study reports, design reports, and technical notes.
5. Maintaining close contact with key personnel within system providers regarding opportunity delivery and relationship development.
6. Collaborating with the broader Ramboll ICT / SMART Technology Group to leverage Ramboll's global expertise for our clients.

Qualifications:

1. A Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Network, or Computer Science, or a related discipline.
2. Proven experience in ICT and related communication systems design and installation.
3. Proficiency in AutoCAD and related packages.
4. Effective relationship management skills, with the ability to develop solutions, proposals, and engage with customers to secure business opportunities.
5. Excellent communication skills, fluent in spoken and written English.
6. Ability to manage and coordinate with team members.
7. Ability to communicate technical material clearly.

Additional Information:

Ramboll in Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Africa:

Ramboll has more than 1500 experts across 15 offices in the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Africa, including UAE, Saudi Arabia, India, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Australia. We deliver innovative solutions in diverse markets such as Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, and Energy. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people-centric company committed to a sustainable future within an open, collaborative, and empowering culture.

HighRise Buildings Division:

As a top 10 global building designer, Ramboll works on over 10,000 building projects annually, with 5,000 experts dedicated to creating innovative, sustainable, and livable buildings. We emphasize our 'liveable buildings' concept, balancing cultural, social, and physical values to enhance the quality of life for building users.

How to Apply:

Apply online by submitting your CV, cover letter, and relevant documents that demonstrate your suitability for the role and your availability. We look forward to your application.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

We are seeking a Senior Creative Professional to join our team immediately.

Job Summary

This is an opportunity for a skilled and innovative designer to work with us on various projects.

Responsibilities

1. Develop creative solutions for website design and development.
2. Work collaboratively in a dynamic environment and adapt quickly to new technologies.
3. Demonstrate expertise in UI design and development, creating engaging and addictive websites.
4. Maintain high standards of code quality and take ownership of tasks assigned.

Requirements

Key Skills and Qualifications

We offer a challenging role that requires strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and attention to detail. If you have a passion for web development and design, we encourage you to apply.

Vacancy: 1

We look forward to hearing from you!