Head of Design

What you will do • Define and execute the strategic vision for design at Proton, bridging product and brand to deliver a unified and differentiated experience globally. • Lead, develop and grow a world-class design organisation: recruiting designers and researchers structuring teams across product and brand, setting performance metrics, fostering a culture of creativity, craft and user-centricity. • Partner with the CEO, VP Marketing and Heads of Product to ensure design is embedded into strategic roadmaps, product launches, marketing campaigns and brand initiatives. • Oversee the end-to-end design process for all major product lines and brand campaigns: user research, UX/UI, service design, prototyping, testing, visual design, motion, interactive experiences. • Ensure that the Proton brand identity is strong, consistent, scalable and flexible across all touchpoints: digital, mobile, web, marketing, physical, events. • Drive design systems, tools and processes across product & brand to deliver efficiency, quality, consistency and scale. • Advocate for users and privacy-first design principles in everything we build and brand. • Monitor and measure design impact: user experience metrics, brand perception, conversion, retention, campaign effectiveness; iterate and optimise accordingly. • Represent design externally: speak on design at conferences, build Proton’s design reputation, collaborate with creative agencies and partners worldwide. What We’re Looking For • A minimum of 15 + years of experience in design leadership roles (product, brand and/or marketing) at a global technology company or agency. • Proven track record of building, scaling and operating design organisations with cross-functional reach. • Strong experience overseeing both product (UX/UI, service design) and brand/marketing design (visual identity, campaign creative) — not one or the other only. • Demonstrated ability to define and execute design strategy that drives business impact (growth, engagement, retention, brand equity). • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work at executive level and influence across product, marketing, engineering and operations. • Deep user-centred design mindset; strong portfolio showing end-to-end work (research → strategy → UX → UI → brand visuals). • Skilled in designing for global audiences, with sensitivity to cultural differences and brand consistency across markets. • Expertise in building and scaling design systems, establishing best practices and operational processes in fast-growing environments. • Excellent leadership and people development skills: mentoring senior designers, creating high-performing teams, promoting a culture of craftsmanship and innovation. • Comfortable working in a dynamic, high-growth company with a mission-driven ethos and a global, diverse team. • Strong communicator with polished presentation and storytelling skills; fluent in English (other languages a plus). What We Offer Work that Matters: Millions of people trust Proton with their privacy. We answer only to our users — not advertisers, not investors with conflicting agendas, not governments. A Great Team: Diverse, collaborative, and tight-knit, with people from MIT, Harvard, Stanford, Caltech, Cambridge, ETH, and more. Technology: The right hardware and software to do your best work. Learning & Development: We invest in your growth. Proton is one of the fastest ways to accelerate your career — real challenges, real ownership, from day one. Employee Benefits: Strong health coverage, solid retirement options, generous leave, and wellness support. Stock Options: From day one, you have a real stake in what we're building. When Proton wins, you win. In-Person Collaboration: Offices across Geneva, Zürich, Barcelona, London, and more. You'll spend most of your time collaborating face-to-face. Food: Lunch and snacks on us every day in the office. Transport: We cover public transport, bike allowances, or parking — whichever works for you. Flexible Working: You own your schedule. Outcomes matter more than clock-in times. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals — regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical ability, or socio-economic background — feel valued and empowered. If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know. Candidate Privacy Notice When you apply for a position at Proton Technologies AG, your information is stored in Greenhouse in accordance with its Service . This information is used to evaluate your suitability for the posted position and may be retained for future roles. 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