design operations manager

American Express

<div>At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.
Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">About the Team
</h2>The Enterprise Design &amp; Research Team is a global team of highly talented multi-disciplinary designers, researchers, writers, and operations managers. We are embedded within the Enterprise Technology Services organization alongside our closest partners in Digital Product.
We lead design efforts from concept through to production for the largest servicing channels for American Express - across web, mobile, push - and offer a vibrant and collaborative work environment where partnership and innovation thrive.
Our Design Operations colleagues play a critical role in building the best colleague experience for Design, so that they can play a critical role in building the world&rsquo;s best user experience. We equip teams with the people, processes, tools, systems, methodologies, and partnerships needed to consistently deliver exceptional design at scale.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">How this role creates impact:
</h2>This role is pivotal in scaling our design practice, optimizing cross-functional collaboration, and enabling our designers to do their best work in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. As a Senior Design Operations Manager you report directly to Director, Design Operations and provide strategic support to ensure designers work collaboratively and deliver against quality standards during the different phases of design and product development.
As the operational backbone of the design org, you&rsquo;ll partner closely with design , product , engineering , and business leaders to drive clarity, efficiency, and alignment across critical Card Product initiatives that shape the future of Core Membership Experience Design.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">What you'll do: 
 
</h2>&middot; Builds new strategic partnerships and cultivates existing partnerships with stakeholder and/or third parties
&middot; Establishes and nurtures cross-functional relationships to capture insights, align on business needs and deliver value , ultimately ensuring success across projects and programs
&middot; Leads the management of complex or high-profile projects and programs with diverse stakeholders and/or third parties
&middot; Applies expertise to routinely inform leadership/peer decision making and operational priority
&middot; Tracks key deliverables for each delivery cycle and ensures larger products and design roadmaps are aligned and on time
&middot; Makes informed recommendations that shape organizational strategy, programs, measurement, ways of working, and partnerships
&middot; Elevates our practices by defining and implementing scalable frameworks and metrics that support and inform business goals
&middot; Evolves tools and training methods to enable adoption of processes and adherence to standard methodologies across the team
&middot; Establishes and monitors necessary feedback channels to regularly identify opportunities, pain points, and gaps
&middot; Leads/Mentors/Coaches junior members of the Design operations team 
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">What you'll bring:
</h2>&middot; You have 5+ years of experience in design operations, digital program management, or related roles&mdash;preferably in enterprise or agency environments.
&middot; You are an experienced facilitator of collaboration among partners and teams leveraging design thinking and workshop methodologies
&middot; You are experienced managing multiple projects and complex initiatives involving cross-functional teams
&middot; You have worked with and helped mature design, product, or engineering organizations, or partnered directly with design, product, or engineering in such an organization
&middot; You have defined and scaled new processes that have measurable impact to team health and maturity
&middot; You have strong written and verbal communication and are able to document and share processes and activities in an engaging and contextual way
&middot; You have matured your skillsets and help others learn how to develop theirs
&middot; You are proficient in using tools such as Airtable, Jira, Confluence, Slack, Mural, and Figma
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Why Join Us:
</h2>You&rsquo;ll be joining a mission-driven team that&rsquo;s shaping the future of enterprise experiences. We value curiosity, collaboration, and craft&mdash;and we&rsquo;re building a culture where design is a strategic advantage.
Salary Range: $123,000.00 to $215,250.00 annually + bonus + benefits
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we&rsquo;ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
<ul><li>Competitive base salaries
</li><li>Bonus incentives
</li><li>6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
</li><li>Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
</li><li>Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
</li><li>Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
</li><li>20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
</li><li>Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
</li><li>Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
</li><li>Career development and training opportunities
</li></ul>For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles&rsquo; Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.
We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.
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Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions</div>

Senior Design Operations Manager

SALLA

<div>At Salla, we&rsquo;re redefining digital commerce across the region. Our ecosystem unifies marketplaces, payments, shipping, and operations into one platform empowering merchants to grow and innovate effortlessly.
We&rsquo;re hiring a Design Operations Lead who will bring clarity, consistency, and collaboration to how design happens at Salla. You&rsquo;ll work across squads to align processes, connect designers and UX writers, and ensure smooth handoffs with engineering enabling our design org to scale with excellence and impact.
Core Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead a full audit of current design workflows across squads to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and automation opportunities.</li></ul><div><ul><li> 
Build and maintain a multi-quarter DesignOps roadmap aligned with product and design OKRs to support scalable growth.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li> 
Establish shared design process frameworks including reviews, documentation, collaboration standards, and rituals.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li> 
Partner with HR and Design Leadership on capacity planning, onboarding, and team health programs</li></ul></div><div>
. 
<ul><li>Integrate UX writers more deeply into the design lifecycle to ensure tone consistency and reduce rework.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li> 
Collaborate with engineering to improve design-to-development handoff, QA processes, and delivery quality.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li> 
Govern and operationalize the design system lifecycle&mdash;versioning, adoption tracking, and cross-platform alignment.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li> 
Standardize design tools and practices across teams (Figma branching, file structure, component governance, version control).</li></ul></div><div><ul><li> 
Create dashboards and reporting to monitor design velocity, delivery health, process efficiency, and quality metrics.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li> 
Define and track measurable design KPIs such as delivery velocity, rework rate, design quality, and team satisfaction.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li> 
Promote strong design culture through rituals, knowledge sharing, internal documentation, and cross-squad alignment.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li> 
Serve as the connective layer between design, product, and engineering to enable clarity of communication, timelines, and expectations.</li></ul></div>
Requirements<ul>
<li>
5+ years of experience in DesignOps, Product Design, or similar operational design roles. 
</li><li>Hands-on experience building and maintaining scalable design systems and workflows. 
</li><li>Strong proficiency with Figma, Jira, Confluence, Notion, or other collaboration and documentation platforms. 
</li><li>Proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams including design, engineering, product, and content. 
</li><li>Excellent communication and facilitation skills able to drive clarity and consensus across teams. 
</li><li>Ability to define and measure success metrics for design operations. 
</li><li>A structured and empathetic approach to leadership balancing people, process, and outcomes. 
</li><li>Fluent in Arabic and English.</li></ul></div>

Design Operations Lead

HubX

<div>
 
 At HubX we build mobile apps, used and loved by millions all around the world.
 
 
 We have a track record of building and growing mobile apps on various verticals that reached over 300 million users across 6 continents and 170+ countries.
 
 
 We are looking for a talented "
 
 DesignOps Manager
 
 &rdquo; to join our energetic and highly motivated team.
 
 
 As a talented "
 
 DesignOps Manager
 
 &rdquo; you have plenty of opportunities at your fingertips. So, why should HubX be your next move? We offer you an opportunity to make a huge impact in the lives of millions of users through our products, and even the mobile app industry at large in the next years to come.
 
 
 X Culture: Do What You Love
 
 
 At HubX, we pride ourselves on fostering an environment of collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Our #XCulture is more than just a workplace ethos; it's a lifestyle. We believe passion drives success. At HubX, Do What You Love isn&rsquo;t just a motto; it's the foundation of our work.
 
 
 
 Some of your responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Manage and optimize daily planning for shared design resources across studios.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure every design task is properly scoped, documented, and tracked in Jira &mdash; from kickoff to delivery.
 </li>
 <li>
 Review and calibrate effort estimates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify and resolve workflow bottlenecks &mdash; if tasks linger too long in review, you&rsquo;ll find the root cause and fix it.
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with Product Design Leads and PMs to balance design capacity with priorities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate performance reviews and feedback cycles for designers, ensuring evaluation criteria are fair and consistent.
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive process improvements that help designers spend more time designing and less time in operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the adoption of new tools and automation (AI, plugins, dashboards) to increase visibility and efficiency across the design org.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain and scale the design system, ensuring components, patterns, and documentation are up-to-date, accessible, and consistently applied across products.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 What we look for:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 5+ years of experience in design operations within a product organization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of design workflows, design systems, and the creative review process.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency with Jira (or similar task management systems) &mdash; you know how to make process visible and efficient.
 </li>
 <li>
 Data-driven mindset: you&rsquo;re comfortable analyzing sprint velocity, review durations, and team load to optimize flow.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication and coordination skills &mdash; you bring clarity and calm to complex, fast-moving environments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Appreciation for good design &mdash; you can spot when work needs more time vs when perfectionism slows momentum.
 </li>
 <li>
 A proactive, systems-thinking approach to operations &mdash; always looking for smarter, faster, cleaner ways to work.
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiar with multi-product design systems or able to quickly adapt to shared-system principles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Understands fast-paced product environments and balances speed with thoughtful design decisions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong grasp of mobile (Material Design / Apple Human Interface Guidelines) and web design dynamics.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience experimenting with AI or automation tools to improve creative workflows is a strong plus.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 The benefits of working with us:
 
 
 
 We would like you to focus on what you do best, we take care of the rest.
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Huge impact: Your work can significantly impact our millions of users, and even the mobile app industry at large in the next years to come.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ownership, opportunity to take responsibility from day one: No one will micromanage you. Together with your team, you&rsquo;ll be free to choose a direction, test, fail, and test the next idea.
 </li>
 <li>
 A competitive compensation package: Our total compensation package is very comprehensive; covering your cost of commuting for our headquarters as well as providing you with a meal card.
 </li>
 <li>
 A brand new Macbook and welcome kit
 </li>
 <li>
 Private Medical Insurance &amp; HPV Vaccine &amp; Critical Women&rsquo;s Health Coverage: We go above and beyond for your health.
 </li>
 <li>
 Gym Reimbursement: We support annual gym membership because we want you to be in tip-top shape psychically and mentally.
 </li>
 <li>
 A unique and top-notch office: Our Istanbul office is located at Maslak, right in the heart of the city. Surrounded by the energy of Istanbul&rsquo;s bustling core, it&rsquo;s a space designed for creativity and collaboration.
 </li>
 <li>
 Unlimited coffee from XPresso: You can grab a cup of coffee whenever you need, whether it&rsquo;s to kickstart your morning or power through the day.
 </li>
 <li>
 Limitless Snacks &amp; breakfast: Fuel your day with our fully stocked kitchen! From a hearty breakfast to a variety of snacks available anytime, we&rsquo;ve got everything you need to stay energized and focused.
 </li>
 <li>
 Continuous education: The more you want to improve your knowledge, the more we support you!
 </li>
 <li>
 Meditopia membership: Enjoy full access to Meditopia for mental wellbeing, yoga, and therapy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Cambly access: Break language barriers with weekly Cambly speaking sessions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Team events that create lasting memories, including our traditional All Hands gatherings where the whole company comes together, as well as more humble celebrations and happy hours. Curious about our vibe? Take a look at our Instagram!
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong company culture: Our approach is always open communication &amp; teamwork. #XCulture
 </li>
 <li>
 X Community discounts: Being part of HubX comes with perks, enjoy exclusive discounts and more as a valued member of our community.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 The Recruiting Process
 
 
 
 At HubX, we value transparency and efficiency. Here&rsquo;s a glimpse into our streamlined recruitment process:
 
 <ol>
 <li>
 Application Submission: Apply by submitting your CV, LinkedIn profile, or a brief introduction about yourself.
 </li>
 <li>
 People &amp; Culture Interview: Engage in a conversation with our People &amp; Culture team to discuss your background, aspirations, and how we align with each other&rsquo;s goals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Case Study Assignment: Showcase your skills through a practical task related to the role.
 </li>
 <li>
 Technical Interview: Meet with your potential team lead for an in-depth review of your case study and technical expertise.
 </li>
 <li>
 Welcome Aboard!: If all goes well, we&rsquo;re excited to extend an offer and welcome you to the team.
 </li>
 </ol>
 
 
 
 
 Your personal data collected through your job applications will be processed by HubX in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 ("KVKK") for the recruitment and evaluation. To review our data protection informing text: Link
 
 
 &Idot;&scedil; ba&scedil;vurular&inodot;n&inodot;z kapsam&inodot;nda toplanan ki&scedil;isel verileriniz HubX taraf&inodot;ndan i&scedil;e al&inodot;m ve de&gbreve;erlendirme amac&inodot;yla 6698 say&inodot;l&inodot; Ki&scedil;isel Verilerin Korunmas&inodot; Kanunu'na ("KVKK") uygun olarak i&scedil;lenecektir. Ayd&inodot;nlatma metnimizi incelemek i&ccedil;in: Link
 
 
 
</div>

DesignOps Manager

Omada Rail Systems

<div><ul><li>Architecture
</li></ul><ul><li>Permanent Contract
</li></ul><ul><li>Mid-Senior Level
</li></ul><ul><li>Riyadh</li></ul></div>
 <div>About Us 
Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development.
Our 22,000 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.
With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group&rsquo;s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis&rsquo; long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers. 
About the Role 
The Senior Project Controls Manager will lead the project controls function, ensuring consistent planning, monitoring, and reporting across all design projects. This role is responsible for implementing and managing project control systems, resource planning frameworks, PMIS platforms (such as Oracle and other digital tools), and processes that support efficient, high-quality design delivery.
The ideal candidate will come from a design or engineering background, with strong understanding of the design project lifecycle, design stages, and the operational requirements of a multidisciplinary design consultancy. While not required to be a registered architect, the candidate must understand workflows from concept design through schematic, detailed design, and IFC documentation.
This role leads a team of planners, engineers, and project controllers, ensuring accurate forecasting, effective resource allocation, and performance analysis across multiple concurrent design projects.
Key Responsibilities
Project Controls &amp; Governance<ul><li>
Establish, lead, and refine project control systems&mdash;including schedule planning, cost monitoring, resource management, and performance tracking.</li><li>
Develop standardized project control procedures aligned with the company&rsquo;s design delivery methodology.</li><li>
Ensure consistent tracking of progress through all design stages.</li></ul>
Planning, Scheduling &amp; Design Lifecycle Management<ul><li>
Oversee preparation of design schedules (Master L1&ndash;L3) and monitor progress against baseline programs.</li><li>
Coordinate with discipline leads, project managers, and design teams to ensure accurate planning of design activities.</li><li>
Monitor deliverables, deadlines, and production efficiency across architectural, structural, MEP, landscape, and other design teams.</li><li>
Lead phased delivery planning for major design packages as required.</li></ul>
Resource Allocation &amp; Operational Efficiency<ul><li>
Lead resource planning for all current and upcoming design projects.</li><li>
Implement forecasting tools to project resource needs in advance.</li><li>
Provide performance insights and recommendations to improve productivity and workload distribution.</li></ul>
Systems Implementation (Oracle, PMIS, Digital Tools)<ul><li>
Lead implementation and integration of digital tools such as Oracle, PMIS, and other project management platforms.</li><li>
Drive adoption of standardized dashboards, reporting templates, and automated tracking systems.</li><li>
Ensure project controls workflows integrate seamlessly with internal systems.</li></ul>
Cost, Budget &amp; Change Management<ul><li>
Monitor design budgets, man-hours, and forecasts to ensure alignment with contracts and project plans.</li><li>
Manage design change control processes, evaluating potential impacts on schedule and cost.</li><li>
Provide early warnings on deviations and recommend corrective actions.</li></ul>
Reporting &amp; Performance Management<ul><li>
Prepare monthly reports, dashboards, KPI trackers, and executive summaries for senior leadership.</li><li>
Present insights on performance, risks, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>
Support the development and tracking of performance KPIs and operational enhancements.</li></ul>
Leadership &amp; Team Management<ul><li>
Lead a team of planners, engineers, and project controllers.</li><li>
Mentor junior staff and ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices.</li><li>
Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.</li></ul> 
What do we need from you<ul><li> 
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related design/engineering discipline (design delivery background strongly preferred).</li><li>
12&ndash;18+ years of experience in project controls, planning, or design operations within a design consultancy or engineering firm.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of the design lifecycle, design stages, and interdisciplinary coordination.</li><li>
Experience implementing PMIS systems, Oracle, or similar project management platforms.</li><li>
Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, MS Excel (advanced), and enterprise resource planning systems.</li><li>
Strong analytical and reporting skills with a focus on forecasting and performance management.</li><li>
Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary project control teams.</li><li>
GCC experience required; KSA preferred.</li></ul></div>

Senior Project Controls Manager

Egis Group

<div>Company Description 
Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development.
Our 22,000 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.
With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group&rsquo;s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis&rsquo; long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers. 
Job Description 
The Senior Project Controls Manager will lead the project controls function, ensuring consistent planning, monitoring, and reporting across all design projects. This role is responsible for implementing and managing project control systems, resource planning frameworks, PMIS platforms (such as Oracle and other digital tools), and processes that support efficient, high-quality design delivery.
The ideal candidate will come from a design or engineering background, with strong understanding of the design project lifecycle, design stages, and the operational requirements of a multidisciplinary design consultancy. While not required to be a registered architect, the candidate must understand workflows from concept design through schematic, detailed design, and IFC documentation.
This role leads a team of planners, engineers, and project controllers, ensuring accurate forecasting, effective resource allocation, and performance analysis across multiple concurrent design projects.
Key Responsibilities
Project Controls &amp; Governance<ul><li>
Establish, lead, and refine project control systems&mdash;including schedule planning, cost monitoring, resource management, and performance tracking.</li><li>
Develop standardized project control procedures aligned with the company&rsquo;s design delivery methodology.</li><li>
Ensure consistent tracking of progress through all design stages.</li></ul>
Planning, Scheduling &amp; Design Lifecycle Management<ul><li>
Oversee preparation of design schedules (Master L1&ndash;L3) and monitor progress against baseline programs.</li><li>
Coordinate with discipline leads, project managers, and design teams to ensure accurate planning of design activities.</li><li>
Monitor deliverables, deadlines, and production efficiency across architectural, structural, MEP, landscape, and other design teams.</li><li>
Lead phased delivery planning for major design packages as required.</li></ul>
Resource Allocation &amp; Operational Efficiency<ul><li>
Lead resource planning for all current and upcoming design projects.</li><li>
Implement forecasting tools to project resource needs in advance.</li><li>
Provide performance insights and recommendations to improve productivity and workload distribution.</li></ul>
Systems Implementation (Oracle, PMIS, Digital Tools)<ul><li>
Lead implementation and integration of digital tools such as Oracle, PMIS, and other project management platforms.</li><li>
Drive adoption of standardized dashboards, reporting templates, and automated tracking systems.</li><li>
Ensure project controls workflows integrate seamlessly with internal systems.</li></ul>
Cost, Budget &amp; Change Management<ul><li>
Monitor design budgets, man-hours, and forecasts to ensure alignment with contracts and project plans.</li><li>
Manage design change control processes, evaluating potential impacts on schedule and cost.</li><li>
Provide early warnings on deviations and recommend corrective actions.</li></ul>
Reporting &amp; Performance Management<ul><li>
Prepare monthly reports, dashboards, KPI trackers, and executive summaries for senior leadership.</li><li>
Present insights on performance, risks, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>
Support the development and tracking of performance KPIs and operational enhancements.</li></ul>
Leadership &amp; Team Management<ul><li>
Lead a team of planners, engineers, and project controllers.</li><li>
Mentor junior staff and ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices.</li><li>
Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.</li></ul> 
Qualifications<ul><li> 
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related design/engineering discipline (design delivery background strongly preferred).</li><li>
12&ndash;18+ years of experience in project controls, planning, or design operations within a design consultancy or engineering firm.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of the design lifecycle, design stages, and interdisciplinary coordination.</li><li>
Experience implementing PMIS systems, Oracle, or similar project management platforms.</li><li>
Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, MS Excel (advanced), and enterprise resource planning systems.</li><li>
Strong analytical and reporting skills with a focus on forecasting and performance management.</li><li>
Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary project control teams.</li><li>
GCC experience required; KSA preferred.</li></ul></div>

Salla

<div>
 At Salla, we're redefining digital commerce across the region. Our ecosystem unifies marketplaces, payments, shipping, and operations into one platform empowering merchants to grow and innovate effortlessly.
 
 
 We're hiring a
 
 Design Operations Lead
 
 who will bring clarity, consistency, and collaboration to how design happens at Salla. You'll work across squads to align processes, connect designers and UX writers, and ensure smooth handoffs with engineering enabling our design org to scale with excellence and impact.
 
 
 
 Core Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead a full audit of current design workflows across squads to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and automation opportunities
 </li>
 <li>
 Build and maintain a multi-quarter DesignOps roadmap aligned with product and design OKRs to support scalable growth
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish shared design process frameworks including reviews, documentation, collaboration standards, and rituals
 </li>
 <li>
 Partner with HR and Design Leadership on capacity planning, onboarding, and team health programs
 </li>
 <li>
 Integrate UX writers more deeply into the design lifecycle to ensure tone consistency and reduce rework
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with engineering to improve design-to-development handoff, QA processes, and delivery quality
 </li>
 <li>
 Govern and operationalize the design system lifecycle&mdash;versioning, adoption tracking, and cross-platform alignment
 </li>
 <li>
 Standardize design tools and practices across teams (Figma branching, file structure, component governance, version control)
 </li>
 <li>
 Create dashboards and reporting to monitor design velocity, delivery health, process efficiency, and quality metrics
 </li>
 <li>
 Define and track measurable design KPIs such as delivery velocity, rework rate, design quality, and team satisfaction
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote strong design culture through rituals, knowledge sharing, internal documentation, and cross-squad alignment
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as the connective layer between design, product, and engineering to enable clarity of communication, timelines, and expectations
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 5+ years of experience in DesignOps, Product Design, or similar operational design roles
 </li>
 <li>
 Hands-on experience building and maintaining scalable design systems and workflows
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong proficiency with Figma, Jira, Confluence, Notion, or other collaboration and documentation platforms
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams including design, engineering, product, and content
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication and facilitation skills able to drive clarity and consensus across teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to define and measure success metrics for design operations
 </li>
 <li>
 A structured and empathetic approach to leadership balancing people, process, and outcomes
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluent in Arabic and English
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

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