Head Of Design

Proton

Geneva, Switzerland
Not specified; stock options: from day one; benefi...
On-site
15+ years design leadership experience
Oversee both product and brand design
Build and scale design organizations
Proton is seeking a Head of Design to lead its design function, focusing on both product and brand design, in Geneva, Switzerland. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in design leadership roles, with a strong emphasis on user-centered design and strategic impact

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading the design function across both Product Design and Brand/Marketing Design to deliver a unified global experience.
  • Proton is a profitable, independent company founded by CERN scientists focused on privacy as a fundamental human right.
  • Employees receive stock options from day one, strong health coverage, and flexible working arrangements.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Proton is seeking a Head of Design to lead its design function, focusing on both product and brand design, in Geneva, Switzerland. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in design leadership roles, with a strong emphasis on user-centered design and strategic impact.

Salary

Not specified; Stock Options: From day one; Benefits: Health coverage, retirement, leave, wellness support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years design leadership experience
  • Oversee both product and brand design
  • Build and scale design organizations
  • Define and execute design strategy
  • Expertise in design systems and processes

Nice-to-have

  • Fluency in languages other than English
  • Experience with open-source projects
  • Background from elite academic institutions
  • Global audience design sensitivity
  • Conference speaking experience

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 15 years of experience in design leadership
  • Proven track record scaling design organizations
  • Strong stakeholder management at executive level

Work Rights

Not specified

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