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Head of Product Design, UI/UX (Enterprise B2B SaaS)

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Our client is a fast-growing B2B SaaS technology company that is transforming how enterprises manage complex business workflows through innovative digital solutions. As the business continues to scale across regional and global markets, they are looking for an experienced Head of Design to lead and elevate their product design function.

This is a strategic leadership role for someone passionate about building exceptional user experiences, developing high-performing design teams, and shaping the future of a category-leading enterprise platform.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and drive the overall design vision, strategy, and user experience across the company's product portfolio.
  • Lead, mentor, and grow a team of Product Designers, UX/UI Designers, and Researchers across SEA region.
  • Partner closely with Product, Engineering, and Leadership teams to align design initiatives with business objectives.
  • Champion user-centric design principles and advocate for customers throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Establish and scale design systems, frameworks, and best practices to ensure consistency and efficiency.
  • Drive user research, usability testing, and customer discovery initiatives to inform product decisions.
  • Foster a strong design culture that encourages creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Balance business goals, user needs, and technical constraints to deliver impactful product experiences.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in Product Design, UX Design, or related fields, including several years in a design leadership capacity.
  • Proven experience leading and developing design teams within a SaaS, technology, or digital product environment.
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in product design, user experience, and strategic thinking.
  • Experience building and scaling design systems for complex digital products.
  • Deep understanding of user-centered design methodologies, research practices, and usability principles.
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cross-functional collaboration.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience within B2B SaaS, Enterprise Software, FinTech, LegalTech, HRTech, or other workflow-driven technology environments is highly desirable.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to shape the design vision of a rapidly growing technology company.
  • High-impact leadership role with direct influence on product strategy and business growth.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Competitive compensation package and attractive benefits.
  • Career growth opportunities within a scaling regional business.

Interested candidates may apply directly or reach out confidentially for further discussion.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Tech & Transformation

Focus: UI/UX

Industry: IT

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Job Reference: 09AXDR-6D0B019C

Date posted: 2 September 2026

Consultant: Kimberly Chan