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About GoodLeap:
GoodLeap is a technology company delivering best-in-class financing and software products for sustainable solutions, from solar panels and batteries to energy-efficient HVAC, heat pumps, roofing, windows, and more. Over 1 million homeowners have benefited from our simple, fast, and frictionless technology that makes the adoption of these products more affordable, accessible, and easier to understand. Thousands of professionals deploying home efficiency and solar solutions rely on GoodLeap’s proprietary, AI-powered applications and developer tools to drive more transparent customer communication, deeper business intelligence, and streamlined payment and operations. Our platform has led to more than $27 billion in financing for sustainable solutions since 2018.
GoodLeap is also proud to support our award-winning nonprofit, GivePower, which is building and deploying life-saving water and clean electricity systems, changing the lives of more than 1.6 million people across Africa, Asia, and South America.
Position Summary:
The role of Head of Design & Research will lead the team of Product Designers and Researchers to shape the design strategy across Goodleap's entire product portfolio. This role demands a leader who excels in creating clarity, navigating complex domains, and thinking systematically about design. As the ultimate owner of Goodleap's design expression, the Head of Design will play a crucial role in fostering our people-first culture, encouraging contributions from all team members to elevate our company and products. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving innovation and setting the design vision for Goodleap
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Lead design strategy and vision for Goodleap's products, ensuring they're relevant, useful, and delightful
- Oversee the design process from concept to implementation, fostering collaboration between design, engineering, and product teams
- Develop scalable design systems that enable consistent, high-quality experiences across all touchpoints
- Champion user-centered design principles and advocate for customer needs in all product decisions
- Stay at the forefront of design trends, emerging technologies, and sustainability practices
- Mentor and develop a diverse team of designers, fostering a culture of creativity and inclusion
- Present design solutions to executive leadership and influence product strategy
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
- 10+ years of experience in UX design, interaction design, or similar roles
- Proven track record leading design teams and influencing product strategy at senior levels
- Strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions across desktop and mobile platforms
- Experience designing for fintech, sustainability, or consumer social is a plus
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex design concepts
- Proficiency in design thinking methodologies and rapid prototyping techniques
- Bachelor’s degree in design, HCI, or related field
Additional Information Regarding Job Duties and Job Descriptions:
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other managers related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and other skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
If you are an extraordinary professional who thrives in a collaborative work culture and values a rewarding career, then we want to work with you! Apply today!
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