Design Coordinator (DesignOps)

TL;DR

Design Coordinator (DesignOps): Managing cross-team workflows and operational frameworks for a multidisciplinary design organization with an accent on priority alignment, dependency tracking, and process optimization. Focus on building roadmaps, implementing RACI frameworks, and improving team efficiency through Jira and Confluence.

Location: Must be based in Germany (Remote)

Company

hirify.global is hiring on behalf of a partner company that manages a modern, design-focused organization.

What you will do

• Manage end-to-end coordination of design initiatives, acting as the central point of contact from concept to release.
• Align team roadmaps, priorities, and resources across cross-functional workflows to identify delivery risks.
• Facilitate communication between business stakeholders and design teams to align scope and project requirements.
• Establish and improve coordination frameworks, including RACI models and operational guidelines.
• Monitor team workload and support capacity planning to ensure priorities match available capabilities.
• Provide portfolio-level visibility into project health, risks, and delivery status for leadership.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in project coordination, program management, or design operations.
• Must be based in Germany.
• Strong proficiency with Jira (epics, project planning, workflow management) and Confluence.
• Practical experience implementing and maintaining RACI frameworks.
• Experience working in matrix organizations with multiple stakeholders and complex collaboration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Business, Project Management, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to have

• Previous experience in design, research, copywriting, marketing, consulting, or branding.
• Familiarity with design processes such as discovery, handoffs, and design reviews.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote working environment.
• 20 paid working days of annual leave, plus public holidays and paid sick leave.
• Medical insurance and mental health support.
• Monthly flexible benefits allowance for hobbies, sports, and wellness.
• Professional development opportunities, including courses and corporate English classes.
• Collaborative culture focused on openness, autonomy, and continuous improvement.