Head of Design

hace 7 días


Bogotá, Colombia Platzi A tiempo completo

**About us**:
Platzi is the largest technology school in the Hispanic world with over 5 million students and 4,000 companies trusting us to deliver effective online education. Our mission is to make Latin America a technology superpower. We do it by training companies and individuals in areas such as AI, Cybersecurity, English, Programming and Leadership.

As an industry leader, our presence is highlighted by our massive and fanatic community, extensive press coverage and a daily stream of success stories from students. We operate mostly remote, with key offices in Bogotá, Medellín and Mexico City.

**Summary**:
Platzi seeks a **Head of Design** with a clear design philosophy and a strong curiosity about the human perception of design. You will lead, build and create scalable design systems.

**Requirements**:
**Description**:
As Head of Design, you’ll oversee visual and product designers, ensuring cohesive, strategic, and high-quality output. You’ll guide the team to develop solutions grounded in purpose and process, focusing on the why and how behind each decision. This role requires both technical skill in scalable systems and the ability to inspire and cultivate clarity and creativity. Close collaboration with product and marketing teams will be key to aligning design with business goals.

**Qualifications**:

- 5+ years of experience leading design teams (visual and product designers) demonstrating expertise in brand identity, product design, and the process behind achieving design outcomes.
- Strong ability to communicate and justify design decisions, we want to understand what drives and inspires your work.
- Experience building and managing design systems and guiding teams in implementing them.
- A scientific approach to design—curiosity and exploration in understanding how people perceive and experience design.
- Proven track record of creating design solutions that balance creativity and functionality, especially in digital product development.
- Experience collaborating with product and marketing teams, ensuring that design aligns with business objectives and stakeholder needs.
- Fluent in English and Spanish.

**Benefits**

**Hardware**:
With Platzi's help, you will have 100% of the necessary work tools such as a laptop, smartphone, desk, ergonomic chair, monitor, and other accessories.

**Books**:
We provide you with all the books you need to grow professionally on Kindle, and we give you the Kindle too.

**Maternity/Paternity Leave**:
At Platzi, we believe in gender equity and the importance of parents in the upbringing and care of their children. We make this a reality for new mothers and fathers through extended maternity and paternity leave.

**Option Pool**:
All members of the Platzi Team have the opportunity to own a part of Platzi and have company shares.

**Vacation**:
You have 15 days of vacation per year regardless of the country you are in, starting from the moment you join the team.
- **️ Online Therapy**

We care about your emotional health by covering the first four online therapy sessions with specialized companies.

**Team Syncs**:
Although we are in different parts of the world, Platzi teams meet in person during the year to exchange ideas, build, and strengthen bonds.

**️ Villa Platzi**:
Every year, the entire team gathers somewhere in the world for a week to meet face-to-face, get to know each other, have interesting discussions, and plan ambitious projects.


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