107 Director Of User Experience jobs in Saudi Arabia

Who Are We

We Are Foodics! A leading restaurant management ecosystem and payment tech provider. Founded in 2014 with headquarters in Riyadh and offices across 5 countries, including UAE, Egypt, Jordan, and Kuwait. We are currently serving customers and partners in over 35 different countries worldwide. Our innovative products have successfully processed over 6 billion (yes, billion with a B) orders so far! Making Foodics one of the most rapidly evolving SaaS companies to ever emerge from the MENA region.

The Job in a Nutshell

We are looking for a Product Design Manager to lead and elevate its design discipline. This managerial role involves collaborating across departments (Product, Data, Engineering) to define and scale both Product Design and UX writing & research. You'll own the Product Design team's success, improve design processes and quality, and empower the company for innovation and accessibility. By shaping Foodics' design evolution and ensuring brand consistency, you'll contribute to building user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing products that fuel the company's continued growth.

What You Will Do

1. Partner closely with our Designers, Product Leaders, and Engineering Managers to shape our strategy and roadmap for the Foodics Design discipline.
2. Foster a cohesive design team culture by mentoring junior product designers, providing growth opportunities, and creating an environment that attracts and retains top talent.
3. Scope project work (in partnership with PMs, Data, and engineers) and help define the strategy, roadmap, and timelines to implement them.
4. Act as a coach for the team providing technical guidance, feedback, and the right support to help each member do their best work.
5. Elevate the team's performance and help Foodics challenge the status quo.
6. Be a technical reference for the team, seeking to adapt and replicate the best practices in the market, elevating the design standards at Foodics.
7. Proactively seek areas of opportunity and business growth, negotiate and help the team prioritize and execute.
8. Oversee multiple initiatives from insight to strategy, to launch across all platforms and devices.
9. Collaborate with management to develop and maintain cultural initiatives that keep our design team engaged, enthusiastic, and united.

What Are We Looking For

1. Experienced in setting and guiding design direction and processes for effective team implementation.
2. Excellent Visual and Interaction design skills are preferred.
3. Can help scope project work and collaborate with PM leaders, engineering, and other designers proactively.
4. Proven dedication and enthusiasm for social impact initiatives.
5. Can effortlessly motivate the team to drive towards aesthetic and intuitive product experiences.
6. Demonstrated ability to help a team navigate ambiguity, set vision, and develop a strategy for global products, capable of collaboratively contributing to product vision and roadmap.
7. Systems-thinker with the ability to think beyond the pixels.
8. Experience with making complex information, tools, and services easily digestible for the users.
9. Strong leadership, storytelling, presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
10. Experience in planning and designing platforms and systems.
11. Self-starting attitude, with the ability to work remotely with an agile team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple priorities.
12. Capable of establishing and advocating for design systems across various products and devices.
13. Strong knowledge of UX research processes and tools, and ability to implement them in product design and development across the organization.

What We Offer You

We believe you will love working at Foodics!

1. We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in remote, in-office, and hybrid work setups.
2. We offer highly competitive compensation packages in USD, including bonuses and the potential for shares.
3. Out of Country Work: We offer the option to work outside of your country of employment for up to 30 days annually.
4. We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
5. Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries, and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
6. We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company!

Who Are We

We Are Foodics! A leading restaurant management ecosystem and payment tech provider. Founded in 2014 with headquarters in Riyadh and offices across 5 countries, including UAE, Egypt, Jordan, and Kuwait. We are currently serving customers and partners in over 35 different countries worldwide. Our innovative products have successfully processed over 6 billion (yes, billion with a B) orders so far! Making Foodics one of the most rapidly evolving SaaS companies to ever emerge from the MENA region.

The Job in a Nutshell

We are looking for a Product Design Manager to lead and elevate its design discipline. This managerial role involves collaborating across departments (Product, Data, Engineering) to define and scale both Product Design and UX writing & research. You'll own the Product Design team's success, improve design processes and quality, and empower the company for innovation and accessibility. By shaping Foodics' design evolution and ensuring brand consistency, you'll contribute to building user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing products that fuel the company's continued growth.

What You Will Do

1. Partner closely with our Designers, Product Leaders, and Engineering Managers to shape our strategy and roadmap for the Foodics Design discipline.
2. Foster a cohesive design team culture by mentoring junior product designers, providing growth opportunities, and creating an environment that attracts and retains top talent.
3. Scope project work (in partnership with PMs, Data, and engineers) and help define the strategy, roadmap, and timelines to implement them.
4. Act as a coach for the team providing technical guidance, feedback, and the right support to help each member do their best work.
5. Elevate the team's performance and help Foodics challenge the status quo.
6. Be a technical reference for the team, seeking to adapt and replicate the best practices in the market, elevating the design standards at Foodics.
7. Proactively seek areas of opportunity and business growth, negotiate and help the team prioritize and execute.
8. Oversee multiple initiatives from insight to strategy, to launch across all platforms and devices.
9. Collaborate with management to develop and maintain cultural initiatives that keep our design team engaged, enthusiastic, and united.

What Are We Looking For

1. Experienced in setting and guiding design direction and processes for effective team implementation.
2. Excellent Visual and Interaction design skills are preferred.
3. Can help scope project work and collaborate with PM leaders, engineering, and other designers proactively.
4. Proven dedication and enthusiasm for social impact initiatives.
5. Can effortlessly motivate the team to drive towards aesthetic and intuitive product experiences.
6. Demonstrated ability to help a team navigate ambiguity, set vision, and develop a strategy for global products, capable of collaboratively contributing to product vision and roadmap.
7. Systems-thinker with the ability to think beyond the pixels.
8. Experience with making complex information, tools, and services easily digestible for the users.
9. Strong leadership, storytelling, presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
10. Experience in planning and designing platforms and systems.
11. Self-starting attitude, with the ability to work remotely with an agile team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple priorities.
12. Capable of establishing and advocating for design systems across various products and devices.
13. Strong knowledge of UX research processes and tools, and ability to implement them in product design and development across the organization.

What We Offer You

We believe you will love working at Foodics!

1. We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in remote, in-office, and hybrid work setups.
2. We offer highly competitive compensation packages in USD, including bonuses and the potential for shares.
3. Out of Country Work: We offer the option to work outside of your country of employment for up to 30 days annually.
4. We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
5. Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries, and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
6. We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company!

Description

We are seeking an Industrial Product Designer with a passion for transforming cutting-edge ideas into tangible solutions. In this pivotal role, you will be essential to the design, development, and optimization of our hardware products. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the mechanical integrity, reliability, and manufacturability of our innovative products. This position offers the opportunity to engage in diverse projects and work alongside talented professionals in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. If you have a keen eye for detail, a passion for design, and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we would love to see your application.

Requirements

• Participate in the product design process from concept to prototyping, utilizing CAD software and other designing tools to create detailed drawings and specifications.
• Conduct usability testing and gather feedback to iteratively improve product designs.
• Generate technical documentation, including detailed drawings, specifications, and documentation for manufacturing assembly.
• Work closely with manufacturing partners to coordinate production activities and ensure smooth transition from prototyping to mass production.
• Stay updated on design trends, emerging technologies, and industry best practices to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end product work.
• Proficiency in CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, AutoCAD) and familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud for visualization.
• Hands-on prototyping experience (e.g., 3D printing, CNC machining, laser cutters, shop tools).
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes (plastics, sheet metal, machined parts), materials selection, and basic tolerance analysis.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills; able to explain design decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced startup environment.
• High proficiency in written and spoken English.

Type of employment:
6 months Internship

Work mode:
On-site

Location:
KAUST Research & Technology Park, Thuwal, Saudi Arabia.

Transportation:
Daily shuttles between Jeddah and KAUST are available.

If you are ready to kick-start your career in Industrial Product Design and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with Uvera. Please submit your application by
August 30, 2025
.

Company Description

is an exciting social engagement platform designed for booking experiences and online event tickets for a wide array of intriguing activities and events. We are dedicated to making fun easy, customizable, and seamless. Our platform aims to meet the evolving needs of the next generation by enabling users to discover, connect, and participate in various events, activities, and communities effortlessly. From planning sports and entertainment activities to joining groups and booking venues, simplifies the process with innovation and ease.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Vice President of Product Design located in Riyadh. The VP of Product Design will be responsible for leading and overseeing the design team, creating innovative product designs, and ensuring user experience excellence. Day-to-day tasks include collaborating with cross-functional teams, developing design strategies, managing the design process from concept to launch, and maintaining design consistency across all products. Additionally, the VP will be involved in research, prototyping, and user testing to continually improve the product.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in product design, user experience (UX) design, and interface (UI) design
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and mentor a team
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, or similar
• Experience in conducting user research, analytics, prototyping, and user testing
• Ability to develop and execute design strategies
• Knowledge of industry best practices, usability principles/techniques and emerging design trends
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field
• Experience in the tech industry is a plus

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior UI/UX Designer who will be responsible for the user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design of our various digital assets. You will ensure that all elements of the online user experience are optimized for improved usability, usefulness, and exceptional visual design. The successful candidate will evidence a passion for delivering adaptive and creative solutions to UI/UX design problems by staying up to date with best practices and emerging trends in user experience design and user interface technology.

• Investigating user experience design requirements for our suite of digital assets.
• Developing and conceptualizing a comprehensive UI/UX design strategy for the brand.
• Conduct user research to understand user behaviors, needs, and preferences.
• Producing high quality UX design solutions through wireframes, visual and graphic designs, flow diagrams, storyboards, site maps, stories, personas, and prototypes.
• Designing UI elements and tools such as navigation menus, search boxes, tabs, and widgets for our digital assets.
• Testing UI elements such as CTAs, banners, page layouts, page designs, page flows, and target links for landing pages.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather feedback and iterate on designs.
• Communicating design decisions effectively to stakeholders.
• Working closely with developers to ensure seamless implementation of design elements.
• Providing advice and guidance on the implementation of UX research methodologies and testing activities to analyze and predict user behavior.
• Ensuring consistency in design across various platforms and devices.

• +5 years of experience in UI/UX design, preferably in enterprise, government, or B2B software solutions.
• A portfolio of professional UI/UX design work for both web and mobile platforms.
• Expertise in Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar tools; knowledge of prototyping tools (Framer) is a plus.
• Good experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD) is a plus.
• Knowledge of Saudi digital transformation initiatives and government design standards (DGA guidelines) is a strong advantage.
• A team player but can work independently too.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Understanding of user-centered design principles and design thinking methodologies.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology

• IT Services and IT Consulting

We are looking for an experienced Senior
UI/UX Designer
who will be responsible for the user experience
(UX)
and user interface
(UI)
design of our various digital assets. You will ensure that all elements of the online user experience are optimized for improved usability, usefulness, and exceptional visual design. The successful candidate will evidence a passion for delivering adaptive and creative solutions to UI/UX design problems by staying up to date with best practices and emerging trends in user experience design and user interface technology.

Job duties and responsibilities:

• Investigating user experience design requirements for our suite of digital assets.

• Developing and conceptualizing a comprehensive UI/UX design strategy for the brand.

• Conduct user research to understand user behaviors, needs, and preferences.

• Producing high quality UX design solutions through wireframes, visual and graphic designs, flow diagrams, storyboards, site maps, stories, personas, and prototypes.

• Designing UI elements and tools such as navigation menus, search boxes, tabs, and widgets for our digital assets.

• Testing UI elements such as CTAs, banners, page layouts, page designs, page flows, and target links for landing pages.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather feedback and iterate on designs.

• Communicate design decisions effectively to stakeholders.

• Work closely with developers to ensure seamless implementation of design elements.

• Providing advice and guidance on the implementation of UX research methodologies and testing activities to analyze and predict user behavior.

• Ensure consistency in design across various platforms and devices.

Job requirements and qualifications:

• +5 years of experience in UI/UX design, preferably in enterprise, government, or B2B software solutions.

• A portfolio of professional UI/UX design work for both web and mobile platforms.

• Expertise in Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar tools knowledge of prototyping tools (Framer) is a plus.

• Good experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD) is a plus.

• Knowledge of Saudi digital transformation initiatives and government design standards (DGA guidelines) is a strong advantage.

• A team player but can work independently too.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Understanding user-centered design principles and design thinking methodologies.

• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.

Overview

Effat University's College of Architecture and Design invites applicants for full-time faculty positions at the ranks of Associate Professor and Full Professor in Product Design.

Successful candidates are expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the area of specialization using practical, innovative methods, complement and enhance the research activities of the College of Architecture and Design with their own scholarly activities, supervise student research theses/projects, and publish in authentic and credible journals in their field.

• Design research methods
• Product sketching and rendering
• Concept generation
• User Experience (UX)
• Human factors and design psychology
• Prototype development and model making
• Advanced manufacturing processes and hand tools operations (laser cutting / 3D printing / CNC machining)
• Experience of using various types of exotic and standard materials

Applicants must have BSc, MSc and PhD degree in Product Design from accredited university with at least five years of teaching experience at graduate and undergraduate levels. An ideal candidate must be committed to high quality teaching, outstanding research and strong publication record, ability to generate research funds and have strong relation with the industry, with very good management and leadership qualifications, communication, interpersonal, professional skills and proficiency in English language.

Associate / Full Professor in Product Design

Effat University’s College of Architecture and Design invites applicants for full-time faculty positions at the ranks of Associate Professor and Full Professor in Product Design. Successful candidates are expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the area of specialization using practical innovative methods, complement and enhance the research activities of the College of Architecture and Design with their own scholarly activities, supervise student research thesis/projects, and publish in authentic and credible journals in their field.

• Design research methods
• Product sketching and rendering
• Concept generation
• User Experience (UX)
• Human factors and design psychology
• Prototype development and model making
• Advanced manufacturing processes and hand tools operations (laser cutting / 3D printing / CNC machining)
• Experience of using various types of exotic and standard materials

Applicants must have BSc, MSc and PhD degree in Product Design from an accredited university with at least five years of teaching experience at graduate and undergraduate levels. An ideal candidate must be committed to high quality teaching, outstanding research and strong publication record, ability to generate research funds and have strong relations with the industry, with very good management and leadership qualifications, communication, interpersonal, professional skills and proficiency in English language.

Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Product Design; supervise student research theses/projects; contribute to and enhance the research activities of the College; publish in reputable journals.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Education and Training

• Online Audio and Video Media

About The Role

As a UI/UX Designer at our venture studio, you will be instrumental in shaping the look, feel, and usability of products built across multiple early-stage ventures. You will work across the entire design lifecycle, from research and ideation to prototyping and high-fidelity execution, collaborating closely with product managers, developers, and venture teams to bring new concepts to life.

You will typically focus on one or two ventures at a time, diving deep into specific user problems while applying your experience to ensure best-in-class interaction design and beautiful, usable interfaces. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys working at the intersection of creativity, product thinking, and technology.

Responsibilities

• Design end-to-end user experiences, from low-fidelity wireframes to polished UI
• Translate product requirements and business goals into intuitive, user-centric designs
• Create and maintain design systems, components, and UI libraries across ventures
• Conduct or support user research, interviews, and usability testing
• Collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to ship functional, accessible interfaces
• Advocate for clean UX practices and ensure design decisions are backed by reasoning or data
• Rapidly iterate on prototypes based on feedback from users and internal teams
• Maintain and organize Figma files and documentation for handoff and implementation

What You Will Use

• Design Tools: Figma, FigJam, Miro
• Prototyping: Figma (Prototyping), Principle, Lottie, or similar
• Collaboration: Notion, Slack, Jira
• Optional: Exposure to tools like Webflow, Framer, or basic HTML/CSS knowledge is a plus

What Success Looks Like

• Designs are consistently intuitive, visually appealing, and aligned with user goals
• Clear handoffs to development teams, with minimal rework required
• UX decisions reflect a deep understanding of the user journey and pain points
• Able to balance speed and quality when iterating in early-stage environments
• Takes ownership of the end-user experience across products and design artifacts

What We Are Looking For

• 4 to 6 years of hands-on experience designing digital products across mobile and web
• Strong portfolio showcasing both UX process and final UI designs
• Comfortable working in ambiguity and turning rough ideas into tangible interfaces
• Solid understanding of UX principles, interaction design, accessibility, and usability
• Able to give and receive feedback constructively and iterate quickly
• Proactive, independent, and hungry to leave a mark in every product you touch

Why Join Us

• Collaborate with product, engineering, and founders to bring ideas to life
• Contribute to multiple 0 to 1 ventures with real users and real impact
• Be part of a small, fast-moving team where your ideas carry weight
• Build products without the bureaucracy just a shared drive to ship meaningful things

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