Staff Product Designer, Brokerage

About the role

In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the design of innovative product experiences from the initial idea to a nationwide launch, influencing how millions of Americans engage with a novel category of financial products. This position demands a keen eye for detail and a strong sense of ownership over visual and interaction standards for high-profile products, where the quality of design directly impacts user trust. You will work collaboratively with senior leaders, engineers, researchers, data scientists, and marketing teams to determine product direction and transform complex requirements into intuitive and elegant user experiences.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Lead the complete design process for new products, guiding them from initial concept through to national launch.
• Establish and uphold design standards that encompass typography, spacing, motion, and visual coherence across products utilized by millions of users.
• Simplify complex and ambiguous requirements into user-friendly, polished experiences that inspire trust.
• Collaborate intimately with engineering teams to ensure that design intentions are accurately translated during implementation, maintaining pixel-perfect fidelity.
• Develop and sustain design systems and patterns that enhance the quality of craft across an expanding range of products.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on team design work, maintaining a high standard for detail and refinement.
• Articulate design direction and the rationale behind it to senior leadership, ensuring alignment and understanding.
• Engage in user research and testing to gather insights that inform design decisions and improve user experience.
• Mentor junior designers, fostering their growth and ensuring adherence to design principles and best practices.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to continually innovate and enhance product design.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to ensure that product messaging aligns with the design vision and user experience.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to align on product goals and timelines, ensuring design is integrated into the overall product strategy.

Requirements

• A strong portfolio showcasing outstanding visual design skills, with a focus on typography, spacing, and polished motion and micro-interactions.
• Proven experience in delivering pixel-perfect designs at scale, demonstrating a history of successful product launches.
• Proficiency in design systems, with a disciplined approach to maintaining consistency across various platforms and surfaces.
• Capability to thrive in ambiguous, zero-to-one scenarios while upholding high design standards under tight deadlines.
• Experience collaborating closely with engineering teams to safeguard visual fidelity throughout the implementation process.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present and justify design decisions to stakeholders effectively.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with user research methodologies and the ability to incorporate user feedback into design processes.
• Experience in the financial technology sector or related industries, providing insights into user needs and expectations.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices to ensure inclusive design.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience mentoring or leading design teams, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.

Skills & tools

• Visual design and interaction design expertise
• Creation and maintenance of design systems
• Strong understanding of typography and spacing principles
• Motion design and micro-interaction capabilities
• Effective collaboration across product, engineering, legal, and operations teams

Practical notes

• Base salary for Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC) ranges from $191,000 to $225,000 USD.
• Base salary for Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL) ranges from $168,000 to $198,000 USD.
• Base salary for Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL) ranges from $150,000 to $176,000 USD.
• Additional compensation includes performance bonuses, equity options, and a 401(k) matching program.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees, with 90% coverage for dependents.
• A lifestyle wallet is provided for wellness, learning, and flexible benefits spending.
• Employer-sponsored life and disability insurance, along with fertility and mental health benefits.
• Generous paid time off, sick leave, parental leave, and company holidays.
• Catered meals and events are available at office locations.
• Reasonable accommodations can be requested to support diverse needs.