The VP of Design (VPDx) should have at least 5 years of experience as a senior designer and 2-3 years in a lead position. VPDx is the middle management level within the organization and is responsible for establishing strategic product direction and overseeing the execution of the organization’s product and design strategy, with the goal of improving the design of company products. The VPDx will establish the vision and direction of the team’s output, as well as contribute and optimize internal processes and procedures that are documented in the company’s Playbook.
The VPDx ensures the high-quality design is embedded in all entrusted solutions from the perspective of definition by a team designer and implementation by a cross-functional team as well. It’s their job to create an efficient, effective production line, together with Delivery and Technical peers, and keep it running smoothly. From time to time they will be very hands-on, but their primary role will be managerial, process-d..