Product Localisation Lead - India
The Product Localisation Lead for India at Canva will spearhead the company's efforts to tailor its design platform to the diverse Indian market. This role is integral to Canva's International Supergroup, which focuses on driving growth and adoption across key global regions. The team operates with an entrepreneurial spirit, transforming bold strategies into culturally resonant executions. The position is based in Bangalore, India, aligning with Canva's commitment to flexible, remote-friendly work environments.
In this role, the Product Localisation Lead will own Canva's product and localisation strategy for India, emphasizing user growth and experience across various languages. Responsibilities include contributing to the product roadmap with market-specific features, analyzing user engagement to identify improvement opportunities, and adapting global messaging to resonate with Indian users. The role also involves providing cultural and linguistic insights to global teams, managing cross-functional collaboration on localisation efforts, and overseeing relationships with external localisation partners to ensure clarity and consistency across all Indian-language experiences.
Candidates should have over five years of experience in product, growth, or localisation roles within high-growth SaaS or product-led companies. A strong product and growth mindset is essential, along with an understanding of India's language ecosystem and its influence on user behavior. Proficiency in English and at least one major Indian language is required, with familiarity in multiple Indian languages being a strong plus. The ideal candidate will be comfortable operating in ambiguity, capable of scaling solutions in complex, multi-market environments, and possess a genuine passion for Canva's mission to empower the world to design.
While specific compensation details are not provided, Canva offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes inclusive parental leave, equity packages, an annual Vibe & Thrive allowance for personal development, and pet-friendly campuses. Employees also receive three paid 'Force for Good' volunteer days per year and donation matching, reflecting the company's commitment to social impact.
Canva's culture is unique, human-centric, and continually evolving, with a strong emphasis on values such as being a good human and being a force for good. The company fosters a sense of belonging through initiatives like Canva Collectives, which are Canvanaut-led spaces for underrepresented or underserved groups and their allies to connect. With a mission to empower the world to design, Canva provides opportunities for employees to contribute to a purpose-driven organization that values diversity, inclusion, and personal growth.