Senior Director, Product Design

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 6,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50,  Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $12 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

About the Role:
As the Senior Director of Product Design, you will lead and inspire multiple divisions within Deel’s Product Design organization. Reporting directly to one of our Vice Presidents of Product, you will guide up to 5 Product Design divisions, overseeing a team of up to 6 Lead Product Designers and their direct reports. Your leadership will drive the strategy, architecture, and execution of Deel’s design initiatives, ensuring the success of our products and the growth of the design team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Strategy: Own the strategy, architecture, and accountability for the success of up to 5 Product Design divisions, each comprising multiple teams.

• Team Management: Directly manage up to 6 Lead Product Designers, each leading teams of up to 7 Product Designers, while coaching and mentoring both leads and their teams.

• Design Excellence: Conduct design reviews across all divisions, providing actionable feedback to ensure high-quality, cohesive, and innovative design solutions.

• Frameworks and Systems: Create or update design frameworks and ensure alignment with Deel’s overall design system.

• Hands-On Contribution: Step in to perform tactical or design work as needed to unblock teams and meet critical goals.

• Problem Solving: Build industry-leading solutions to complex challenges in high-dependency environments.

• Talent Development: Attract, engage, and retain top talent, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration within the design team.

• Team Growth: Play a pivotal role in building and scaling Deel’s world-class design team, redefining how people work across the globe.

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years as a Product Design Director or equivalent role, with at least 6 years of prior experience as a hands-on Product Designer.

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and grow large design organizations in fast-paced environments (ideally at a scale-up or startup).

• Collaboration: Strong understanding of Product, Design, and design systems, with the ability to collaborate across functions and teams effectively.

• Adaptability: Willingness and ability to dive into hands-on design work when needed.

• Communication: Exceptional leadership and communication skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and alig