Wayzen is a specialized software solutions provider and technology partner dedicated to the iGaming industry. Established on more than a decade of hands-on technical experience, the company develops, maintains, and scales high-performance casino and sportsbook platform solutions from scratch.
Based in Tbilisi, Wayzen operates as a human-centric tech company that bridges the gap between complex software engineering and real business outcomes. Our team provides a sophisticated, API-driven engine designed to support the global evolution of iGaming through the mastery of technical complexity.
We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Design Team Lead to lead and develop our in-house Design Team within a fast-paced iGaming environment. This position is responsible for establishing efficient design processes, managing project workflows, supporting team members, and ensuring the successful delivery of creative projects across multiple business functions.
The Design Lead will act as the primary bridge between stakeholders and the design team, ensuring that requests are properly briefed, prioritized, and executed while continuously improving team performance and creative operations.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Model: Hybrid (4 days in-office, 1 day remote)
Location: Tbilisi, Saburtalo
We Offer:
- Amazing professional experience at Innovative Tech company;
- The chance to have a real impact in a fast-growing industry;
- All the freedom and autonomy you can handle;
- Amazing startup-minded colleagues and culture;
- Health insurance;
- Fitpass;
- Performance-based bonus system;
- Gamification spirit;
- Professional development opportunities;
- Competitive salary.
Job Responsibilities:
Design Operations & Process Management
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve design workflows and operational processes.
- Establish clear guidelines for stakeholders on how to submit design requests.
- Define and maintain standardized design brief templates and project intake procedures.
- Ensure all incoming requests contain sufficient information, objectives, deadlines, and requirements before assignment.
- Manage project prioritization and resource allocation across the design team.
- Monitor project progress and ensure timely delivery of creative assets.
Team Leadership & People Management
- Lead, mentor, and support members of the design team.
- Conduct regular one-on-one meetings to understand challenges, provide feedback, and support professional development.
- Identify and resolve team bottlenecks, workload issues, and operational challenges.
- Foster a collaborative, creative, and high-performing team culture.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management processes when required.
Stakeholder Management
- Act as the main point of contact between business stakeholders and the design team.
- Collaborate with other departments to understand business needs.
- Manage stakeholder expectations regarding project timelines, priorities, and deliverables.
- Ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Strategic Development
- Develop and execute initiatives to improve the effectiveness, scalability, and maturity of the design function.
- Identify opportunities for process automation, workflow optimization, and operational efficiency.
- Define and track key performance metrics for the design team.
- Contribute to long-term creative and brand development strategies.
- Lead and participate in high-impact strategic projects across the organization.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in Design Operations, Creative Project Management, Design Leadership, or a similar role.
- Previous experience managing or leading creative/design teams.
- Strong understanding of creative workflows, project management methodologies, and resource planning.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Experience creating and implementing operational processes and workflow frameworks.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working with project management and collaboration tools such as Jira.
- Experience in the iGaming is considered a strong advantage.
- Fluent English communication skills.
Join us and help build a world-class design team that delivers exceptional creative experiences.
We'd Love to hear from you!
Submit your resume
Deadline: 15 June, 2026
