Sr. Product Designer at OpenGov

Pune, Maharashtra, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Government, Public SectorIndustries

Requirements

  • 5–7 years of professional experience in product design, with a proven ability to solve complex problems and lead cross-functional initiatives
  • Demonstrated experience in conducting user research and usability testing
  • Demonstrated expertise in applying design thinking to uncover insights, ideate solutions, and drive innovation
  • Experience designing AI-driven features or products that leverage machine learning, predictive analytics, or intelligent automation
  • Familiarity with using AI as a design tool, such as for generating ideas, streamlining workflows, or enhancing prototyping
  • Proficiency in Figma, with advanced skills in creating and managing reusable components, variants, and design libraries to ensure scalability and consistency
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Advanced proficiency in design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe

Responsibilities

  • Lead the application of design thinking methodologies to uncover user needs, define problems, and create innovative, scalable solutions that align with business objectives
  • Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering to align on goals, uncover insights, and design innovative solutions
  • Advocate for and integrate AI as a tool within the design process, leveraging it to improve efficiency, generate insights, and prototype solutions faster
  • Deliver end-to-end product designs, from early ideation and user research to high-fidelity mockups and interaction models, ensuring usability and accessibility
  • Mentor and empower team members, promoting a culture of growth, experimentation, and collaboration within the design team
  • Present design concepts and strategies to stakeholders, building alignment while championing a user-centered approach
  • Stay informed on AI advancements, industry trends, and tools, incorporating them into both the design process and the development of new features
  • Partner with Engineering to ensure seamless design handoffs and provide support during development to uphold design quality
  • Develop and facilitate workshops, brainstorming sessions, and collaborative exercises to align teams and foster innovation using design thinking principles
  • Contribute to the evolution of design principles and practices that guide product consistency, scalability, and excellence
  • Conduct comprehensive user research, including interviews, surveys, usability testing, and contextual inquiries, to deeply understand user needs, pain points, and behaviors

Skills

Design Thinking
AI Integration
User Research
Prototyping
User-Centered Design
Product Design
UX Design

OpenGov

Cloud-based software for government organizations

About OpenGov

OpenGov provides cloud-based software solutions tailored for the public sector, focusing on strategic budgeting, planning, permitting, licensing, and code enforcement. Their products help government organizations transition from paper-based processes to digital workflows, significantly reducing the time and resources needed for tasks like budget creation, which can be completed in half the usual time. OpenGov stands out from competitors by leveraging extensive experience in the public sector to address specific challenges faced by local governments, such as outdated systems and the need for transparency. The company's goal is to empower government leaders with better data analysis tools to enhance decision-making and improve engagement with constituents.

Redwood City, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$221.8MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Government & Public SectorIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Work from Anywhere
Unlimited Vacation
Mission-Driven Colleagues
World-Class Healthcare
Professional Development
Family Matters
Amazing Customers

Risks

Increased competition from other SaaS providers targeting the public sector.
Integration challenges from iGovServices acquisition may disrupt existing services.
Reliance on cloud solutions makes OpenGov vulnerable to service outages.

Differentiation

OpenGov specializes in cloud-based solutions tailored for the public sector.
The company offers strategic budgeting, permitting, and licensing software for governments.
OpenGov's software reportedly halves the time needed for budget creation.

Upsides

Growing demand for cloud solutions as governments modernize outdated systems.
Acquisition of iGovServices expands OpenGov's offerings into tax and revenue management.
Rising adoption of electronic bidding systems enhances OpenGov's procurement solutions.

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