Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East, making it easier than ever to move around, order food, manage payments, and more. As a Product Designer II - Design System at Careem, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and governance of the company's design system. This role ensures consistency, scalability, and user-centered experiences across all digital platforms.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, maintain, and evolve design standards, guidelines, and components. This position requires expertise in design systems, stakeholder management, and strategic alignment with business objectives, while also fostering innovation and mentorship.
Key Responsibilities and Competencies
- Oversee the development and iterative refinement of Careem's design system, ensuring alignment with business goals and user requirements.
- Establish and enforce scalable design standards, guidelines, and best practices.
- Provide expert guidance on design decisions and influence product strategy.
- Partner with product management, engineering, and design teams to integrate design solutions.
- Manage stakeholder relationships and lead design guilds for input on the design system.
- Manage the lifecycle of design system components and maintain documentation for accessibility.
- Collaborate with engineering teams for technical feasibility and quality implementation.
- Monitor industry trends and introduce new patterns, tools, and design approaches.
- Mentor team members, inspiring and motivating them towards design initiatives.
- Clearly communicate the purpose and benefits of the design system to diverse audiences.
- Ensure high accuracy in design work and promote simplification of design patterns.
What We’ll Provide You
- Opportunity to drive impact in the region and grow within the organization.
- Work along inspiring colleagues in a purposeful environment.
- Explore learning and growth opportunities every day.
- Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements.
Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Work Conditions: Full-time, Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote; option to work from any country for 30 days a year; unlimited vacation days)
Language Requirements: [Not specified in the provided text]
