Lead Designer

About the role

Join a growing team as the fifth Product Designer, shaping innovative tools that revolutionize investment research. You will contribute to product strategy and deliver solutions that empower top-tier financial professionals. This role offers a chance to design novel interfaces for LLM-powered applications. You will define the aesthetic and functional language of our core products. Your work will directly influence how analysts and managers interact with complex financial data. You will be responsible for translating ambiguous problems into clear, user-centered design solutions. This position places you at the center of the product development lifecycle. You will help establish the design culture and standards for the entire company.

Key facts

What you'll do

Conduct user research to uncover the nuanced needs of financial professionals. Synthesize findings into compelling narratives that inform the product vision. Rapidly deploy new features and designs through iterative testing cycles. Create new interaction paradigms for computer systems using current technology. Work on pioneering projects utilizing large language models to redefine workflows. Partner with external collaborators to support company expansion into new markets. Translate complex financial concepts into intuitive visual representations and interfaces. Influence product choices, direction, and task prioritization during strategic planning sessions. Collaborate with data scientists to integrate machine learning outputs into user-friendly designs. Champion usability and accessibility standards across all product touchpoints.

Requirements

• Possesses excellent aesthetic sense and design discernment.
• Demonstrates strong understanding of product development.
• Must be located in New York City for in-person work.
• Has experience independently managing projects from start to finish.
• Holds strong opinions about design work and actively participates in product discussions.
• Exhibits strong communication abilities and desires client interaction.
• Enjoys working closely with engineers.
• Is interested in AI tools and their potential to accelerate design-to-code workflows.

Nice to have

• Curiosity about AI tools and their impact on design and development.

Practical notes

• Benefits include competitive compensation, equity, private healthcare, gym membership, an in-office cook, and the option to work from Greece during summers.
• To apply, email careers@myjunior.ai with your resume, portfolio, and one suggestion for improving the Junior brand.

This is a role for a designer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where ownership is expected from day one. You will not be creating static mockups but rather living, breathing design systems that evolve with user feedback and technological advancements. The successful candidate will be comfortable ambiguity and able to make decisions with incomplete information. You will work alongside a small, talented engineering team where your designs will be implemented quickly and rigorously tested. This position requires a proactive mindset and a willingness to dive deep into the technical constraints and possibilities of the platform. Your contributions will be visible and impactful, shaping the products used by some of the most sophisticated investors in the world. The ideal candidate is passionate about the intersection of finance and technology, seeing design as a strategic lever for business success rather than a purely cosmetic function. You must be prepared to defend your design decisions with logic and user data, fostering a culture of evidence-based design within the team. The opportunity is located in New York City, requiring a commitment to working from the office to ensure seamless collaboration and alignment with the company's goals. This is a full-time position that demands a high level of engagement and dedication to the mission of reimagining investment research. The role is specifically tailored for a Junior designer who is ready to step up and take on significant responsibility. You will be expected to manage your own workload, prioritize tasks, and seek out opportunities to add value beyond your initial job description. The team relies on your ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Your interest in AI tools is not just a preference but a core requirement, as the company is actively exploring how these technologies can streamline design and development processes. You should be excited about the potential for LLMs to generate interfaces and automate repetitive design tasks. This role offers a unique path to grow your skills rapidly in a high-stakes industry. You will have access to tools and resources that are typically reserved for more senior positions due to the trust placed in your judgment. The company provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. This includes private healthcare, a gym membership, and an in-office cook to ensure you can focus on your work without distraction. The opportunity to work from Greece during the summers is a unique perk designed to support rest and rejuvenation. To be considered, you must submit your application via email, including your resume, portfolio, and a single suggestion for improving the Junior brand. This application process is designed to assess your initiative and understanding of the company's identity. The role is a critical step in building the future of the Junior product team.