Lead Web Designer bei DeepL

Meet DeepL

DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we’ve been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human-sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today, they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity. And, empower millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.

Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and make a real-life impact. To achieve this, we need talented individuals like you to join our exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.

What sets us apart

What sets us apart is our blend of modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive. When we share what it's like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This may be because of our products that have helped countless people worldwide or our shared mission to improve communication for individuals and businesses, bringing cultures closer together. What we know for sure is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation and employee well-being. Discover what our teams have to say about life at DeepL on LinkedIn, Instagram and our Blog.

Meet the team behind this journey

We are seeking a Sr UX/UI Designer responsible for the visual and experience design across our web domains, primarily deepl.com.

This role will report to the Director, Creative Studio and will collaborate very closely with our Content Experience (CEX) team. While Creative Studio and CEX are the main players to interact with in the marketing org, you will establish relationships with the product, campaigns, comms teams, and more.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track designing web experiences in the B2B SaaS space. To be successful in this role you need to be an excellent visual designer with a strong foot in User Experience design and a great understanding of content flow and hierarchy.

Your responsibilities

• Create world class visual designs and experiences that engage our audiences, are on-brand, and continue to push the envelope of web design, that drive conversions

• Translate our brand design into delightful, engaging, and drive performance.

• Building out and maintaining our digital design system and component libraries in close collaboration with CEX and product.

• Build low and hi-fidelity wireframes across breakpoints

• Create and test prototypes

• Leveraging AI to scale processes.

• Providing a clear approach and framework for A/B testing.

• Have an understanding of how animation and micro interactions can support the experience.

• Analyze web metrics and turn insights into proposals and action against them.

• 'Conduct and evaluative user research to define problems and validate solutions"

• Work with front-end web developers to deploy designs.

• Present and discuss designs with leadership and senior stakeholders.

• Lead and provide feedback to more junior designers.

Qualities we look for

• Minimum of 5-7 years' experience successfully creating web design for medium to large B2B SaaS organizations that performs and drive results.

• Bachelor degree or higher in a design program.

• Sound understanding of the latest web technologies and their roles: HTML, CSS, Javascript, Lotti, Rife, etc.

• Expert understanding of design fundamentals (type, color, imagery), responsive layout and grid systems

• Proven track record of successfully completing projects from concept to launch

• Strong command of color theory, image composition, and typography

• Excellent time-management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy

• Deep understanding of digital strategy, information architecture, customer journeys.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and high-growth environment.

• Experience with Jira and Asana is a plus.

• Fluent in English

• Experienced in picking the right approach from a broad range of design methodologies from workshops to brainstorming sessions, from user testing to A/B testing

What we offer

• Diverse and internationally distributed team: joining our team means becoming part of a large, global community with people of more than 90 nationalities. We're more than just colleagues; we're a group of professionals with a shared mission to connect diverse cultures. Our global presence is growing–we've doubled in size nearly every year, with our employees based in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the US, and Japan, and we continue to expand our network.

• Open communication, regular feedback: as a language-focused company, we value the importance of clear, honest communication. We value smooth collaboration, direct and actionable feedback, and believe that leading with empathy and growth mindset makes us better together.

• Hybrid work, flexible hours: we offer a hybrid work schedule, with team members coming into the office twice a week. This allows you to engage directly with your team and experience the unique energy of our workspace, while still enjoying the flexibility and comfort of working from home. With flexible working hours and trust in your productivity, we are in sync with your team’s general locations and time zones to foster effective and seamless collaboration.

• Virtual Shares - An ownership mindset in every role. We believe everyone should share in our success, and that’s why every employee receives Virtual Shares, linking your contribution directly to DeepL’s growth and rewarding you with a stake in our future.

• Regular in-person team events: we bond over vibrant events that are as unique as our team, from local team and business unit gatherings, to new-joiner onboardings, to company-wide events that bring us all together–literally.

• Monthly full-day hacking sessions: every month, we have Hack Fridays, where you can spend your time diving into a project you're passionate about and get the opportunity to work with other teams–we value your initiatives, impact, and creativity.

• 30 days of annual leave: we value your peace of mind. With 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources, we make sure you're as strong mentally as you are professionally.

• Competitive benefits: just as our team spans the globe, so does our benefits package. We've crafted it to reflect the diversity of our team and tailored it to align with your unique location, to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.

If this role and our mission resonate with you, but you're hesitant because you don't check all the boxes, don't let that hold you back. At DeepL, it's all about the value you bring and the growth we can foster together. Go ahead, apply—let's discover your potential together. We can't wait to meet you!

We are an equal opportunity employer

You are welcome at DeepL for who you are—we appreciate authenticity here. Our product is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all succeed, contribute, and think forward! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our diversity that we will find the power to break down language barriers in the world.