UX Lead

What are you going to do?

As UX Lead at Digi-Steel, you will play a key role in shaping the user experience across our digital products. You’ll be responsible for translating complex user needs into intuitive, high-impact designs that support our customers in the steel fabrication and machinery industry. You’ll lead a team of UX professionals and collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure our solutions are not only functional, but also delightful to use. Your strategic mindset and hands-on design expertise will help elevate our UX maturity and drive innovation across the organisation.

Your responsibilities include:

• Defining and implementing the overall UX vision and strategy.

• Leading, mentoring and developing a team of UX designers and researchers.

• Conducting and overseeing user research and usability testing.

• Creating and reviewing wireframes, prototypes and user flows.

• Ensuring consistency and quality across all UX deliverables and design systems.

• Presenting UX concepts and findings to stakeholders and senior management.

• Stay ahead of industry trends, tools, and best practices;

• Managing project timelines, resources and priorities.

We ask

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human Computer Interaction or a related field;

• At least 5 years of experience in UX design and research, with a strong portfolio;

• At leas one year experience in a lead role;

• Experience working in Agile environments;

• Proven leadership and team management skills;

• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles and usability testing;

• Proficiency with tools like Figma and other prototyping software;

• Strong communication and storytelling skills;

• Analytical mindset and experience with interpreting user data;

• Knowledge of front-end development and design systems is a plus.

We offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications;

• A permanent position within a small, skilled and friendly team;

• Freedom to shape and influence the UX strategy;

• An innovative working environment with impactful projects;

• Opportunities for personal development and growth;

• Flexibility in working hours and hybrid working options;

• A workplace where technology and user focus go hand in hand.

About Voortman

What started in a chicken shed in Rijssen in 1968 has grown into a global player in CNC steel processing machines. With a team of over 750 colleagues worldwide, we not only develop and build high-end machines but also smart software and reliable service that our customers can count on. These three powerful pillars make our Twente-based international family business unique.