Head of Product Design / Product Design Lead - SaaS - €125k-€150k - Germany
We’re partnering with a fast-growing SaaS scale-up (circa 100 people) that’s found strong product-market fit and is now scaling internationally.
This is a hands-on design leadership role. You’ll set the design vision and quality bar for a small, high-impact team, step in as a principal IC when needed - particularly in the early phases or on critical, complex initiatives - and hire the next phase of the team, with an expectation to bring in around three designers in the first 3–6 months.
You’ll work closely with Product and Engineering on AI-driven, data-heavy workflows, helping shape both the product experience and how design operates in an increasingly AI-native environment.
What you’ll do Lead and grow a small team of product designers, setting a high bar for craft, pace, and impact Define how users interact with AI-driven workflows, shaping clear patterns and mental models Own and evolve a robust design system suited to fast, AI-assisted product development Turn complex, data-heavy concepts into clear, intuitive product experiences Drive strong user understanding across the company through research and close customer engagement
What we’re looking for Currently operating at Lead / Head of Design level (or ready to step up), with people management experience Builder mindset - still happy to get into the tools when needed. Strong experience designing complex B2B or enterprise products Comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast-moving environments Clear, concise communicator with strong product and UX instincts Interest or experience in AI-first / AI-native product development
This role involves weekly travel to Munich, first-class train and one overnight stay covered by the client, with most people coming in for two days in the office before heading back.