Lead UX Designer - iOS - Remote

Overview

The Wikimedia Foundation is a non-profit organization supporting Wikipedia and other Wiki projects. The Foundation operates one of the world’s top five websites and has global reach and impact. Technology and innovation are critical in our quest to support every human in freely sharing knowledge.

The Product Design team at Wikimedia is seeking a Lead UX Designer with an expert understanding of user experience and product development processes to work within our Apps team, supporting the Wikipedia iOS app and selected features on the Android app. You will lead all aspects of the user experience, partnering with the other product leads to conceive and execute upon the product strategy for your product team.

In Short

• Lead the user experience for the Wikipedia iOS app.
• Collaborate with product leads and other teams.
• Create prototypes and run experiments.
• Apply accessibility standards in designs.
• Mentor team members and support their growth.
• Use design systems to implement new features.
• Engage with the global design community.
• Work with complex concepts and simplify them.
• Conduct user research and apply findings.
• Work remotely with a global team.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience designing for native mobile apps.
• 8+ years of experience in design teams.
• Strong creative vision and tactical thinking ability.
• Experience with generative and evaluative research.
• Ability to craft compelling narratives for designs.
• Experience mentoring other designers.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field.
• Familiarity with content consumption and publishing.

Benefits

• Competitive and equitable salary structure.
• Remote-first work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Engagement with a diverse global community.
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.