Design Ops Manager at Thiga

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Digital, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in Design Ops, Design Management or a similar role
Experience working with agile methodologies (SAFE, Scrum) and integrating design into these processes
Experience supporting both small structures and large groups, with understanding of organizational types and digital transformation challenges
Solid understanding of design processes and product management, with basics in change management
Ability to develop strategies for implementing changes in organization, processes, and tools (e.g., squads, OKRs, production tracking tools)
Strong interest in the human aspect, impacting designers' daily lives and supporting their skill development
Proficiency in facilitating workshops with all types of stakeholders (operational, managers, top managers)
Ability to write and formalize impactful deliverables (1-pagers, slides)
Mastery of collaborative tools like Figma, Miro, Slack, JIRA, etc
Good level of English (able to work in English both written and oral)

Responsibilities

Facilitate collaboration between designers, product teams, and developers
Identify, analyze, and prioritize team needs in processes, tools, collaboration, and design culture
Organize workshops, design critiques, communities, and other rituals/taskforces to stimulate creativity and learning
Manage team resources, budgets, and planning
Supervise and optimize the design workflow from initiative framing to delivery, including discovery phase
Establish and maintain tools, systems, and practices to support design team efficiency
Ensure implementation and compliance with design standards and consistency of products, services, and experiences
Support hiring, onboarding, and continuous training of product designers
Promote design culture within the company and act as a design ambassador externally
Set up and track indicators to measure design impact

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Design OperationsProcess OptimizationTeam CollaborationWorkshop FacilitationDesign CritiquesResource ManagementBudget ManagementWorkflow ManagementDesign SystemsDesign StandardsHiringOnboardingTrainingCulture Building

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this Design Ops Manager position?

The position is a CDI (Contrat à Durée Indéterminée), which is a permanent full-time contract.

Is this role remote or on-site, and where is it located?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Design Ops Manager role?

Required skills include a solid understanding of design and product management processes, experience in change management, facilitation of workshops with various stakeholders, proficiency in collaborative tools like Figma, Miro, Slack, JIRA, and good English level for written and oral communication.

What is the company culture like at Thiga?

Thiga emphasizes adopting a Product organization to excel in digital, focusing on deep structural changes, fostering design at a strategic level, and promoting excellence in design through collaboration, processes, tools, and culture.

What makes a strong candidate for this Design Ops Manager position?

Strong candidates have project management and planning skills, interest in supporting designers' growth, experience facilitating workshops with all levels of stakeholders, and the ability to create impactful deliverables.

Thiga

Consultancy for product management and design

About Thiga

Thiga specializes in consultancy services focused on product management, product design, and product marketing. The firm operates mainly in France and assists a variety of clients, including tech startups and established companies, in navigating product development and market positioning. Thiga's approach includes tailored solutions that follow agile methodologies, allowing clients to respond swiftly to market changes and customer demands. The company generates revenue through project-based engagements and long-term partnerships, offering expert consultancy, workshops, and training sessions. Thiga's goal is to empower organizations to enhance their product strategies and achieve sustainable growth.

Paris, FranceHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

201-500Employees