Associate UX Director
On-site
Full Time
#Product Development
#Product
#Design
#Research
#Talent Development
#Change Management
#Leadership
#Systems Thinking
#People Management
#Strategy
We are looking for a Senior Associate UX Director to join our team in Switzerland on a full-time, on-site basis. At Sonar, we are a group of driven professionals dedicated to helping organizations build high-quality, secure, and responsible code. We focus on fixing problems at the source, and our solutions are widely recognized and used by developers across the globe. With a strong foundation in the open-source community, we are committed to delivering Clean Code and maintaining a dynamic, inclusive culture that spans offices in the USA, Switzerland, the UK, Singapore, and Germany.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a group of 3 to 7 UX designers and researchers, ensuring they receive regular feedback and have clear opportunities for professional growth.
- Serve as the primary advocate for UX within your domain, aligning design efforts with our broader product and business strategies.
- Oversee staffing needs, manage hiring priorities, and actively participate in the recruitment process to build a resilient and talented team.
Requirements
We are seeking a seasoned leader with a deep background in UX design and research. You should possess strong systems thinking capabilities and a proven track record in people management, talent development, and change management. We value candidates who demonstrate:
- Strategic thinking and the ability to navigate complex software development environments.
- Expertise in stakeholder management, product thinking, and customer-centric decision-making.
- Strong soft skills, including empathy, flexibility, persuasion, and the ability to lead through public speaking and influence.
What we offer
We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we strive to foster a friendly, passionate, and collaborative work environment. Our perks include:
- A growth-oriented mindset with support for continuous education and skill acquisition.
- A dynamic, international culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- A flexible work policy that balances collaboration with personal time, requiring a presence in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
