DesignRush.com, the leading B2B Marketplace connecting brands with agencies, is seeking a Director of Development with product management skills, who will lead the development team and grow DesignRush products.
Our platform offers four key values to users:
* Agency Rankings: Brands can view qualified agencies based on their expertise, location, clients, and various other factors.
* Awards: Agencies and brands can enter their finest work and compete for the best web logo, app, print, packaging, and video design awards.
* Marketplace: Businesses can post their projects at no cost and receive proposals from verified agencies.
* Spotlight: Agencies and brands can feature their expertise and achievements via news, interviews, and trends articles to get noticed and recognized as an industry leader.
The person in this role will be responsible for the growth of DesignRush products, including planning, estimation, prioritization, and execution of necessary projects and tasks.
This job post is for a full-time, remote, work-at-home position.
The position requires excellent English communication skills, a fast computer, and a stable internet connection.
Responsibilities:
* Own the full product lifecycle of DesignRush.com, from concept and requirements gathering to launch, performance tracking, and iteration
* Define and maintain product requirements documentation that translates business briefs, design assets, and stakeholder input into actionable development plans
* Partner closely with the SEO, Design, and Marketing teams to ensure every product enhancement aligns with growth and brand objectives
* Drive UX and UI improvements with a focus on mobile-first usability, accessibility, and conversion optimization
* Lead the technical development roadmap, prioritizing projects that improve performance, scalability, and site architecture
* Lead and mentor the development and product teams, ensuring alignment on priorities, timelines, and quality standards
* Run regular PDP (Personal Development Plan) sessions, 1-to-1 meetings, and team retrospectives to foster growth, accountability, and transparency
* Monitor and maintain team morale, promoting a healthy balance between productivity and well-being
* Facilitate cross-team collaboration between developers, designers, QA, and product managers to ensure smooth project delivery
* Oversee delivery processes, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and roadmap reviews, to maintain a high-performing and motivated team
* Act as a culture leader, encouraging ownership, open communication, and a continuous improvement mindset
* Serve as the bridge between technical and non-technical teams, simplifying complex systems into clear insights for stakeholders
* Identify opportunities to automate workflows and improve development efficiency
Requirements :
* Exceptional organization and project management skills
* Proven knowledge in writing specification documents
* 5+ years of professional working experience in project management
* Strong passion for exploring and understanding customer needs
* Good working knowledge of project estimation techniques
* Web development experience is recommended
* Knowledge of PHP-based frameworks (especially Laravel) is a BIG plus
* Deep understanding of software development lifecycles
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to think, concentrate, and focus over long periods
* Strong understanding of SEO principles, web performance optimization, and conversion funnels
* Experience with Google Tag Manager, Analytics, and SEO tools (Nice to have)
* Excellent communication skills, especially in translating technical goals for non-technical audiences
* Ability to work EST working hours (6 am - 3 pm)
Recruitment steps:
* Apply via LinkedIn
* Receive a short questionnaire
* Send back answers + CV
* Have an interview with our Recruiter
* Technical Test
* Have an interview with our Hiring Manager and our General Manager
* Get feedback
We kindly ask for your CV and all correspondence to be in English.