Director of Product Design

As the Director of Product Design at Samsara, you will lead a dynamic team dedicated to creating innovative and user-friendly products. Your role will involve collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to define product vision and design strategies that enhance user experience. You will be responsible for overseeing the entire design process, mentorin…

Company OverviewAt Swiftly, we are dedicated to transforming urban mobility through innovative solutions. As the premier transit data platform, we empower over 200 transit agencies across 12 countries—including renowned names like LA Metro, MARTA, SEPTA, and MBTA—to enhance their operational efficiency, deliver real-time passenger information, and elevate service performance. Our efforts have led to remarkable improvements in on-time performance by up to 40% and passenger information accuracy by as much as 50%, resulting in superior service reliability and increased ridership.While our headquarters is based in San Francisco, CA, we welcome applications from candidates across the U.S., as well as Ontario and British Columbia, Canada. Please note that we currently do not provide Visa sponsorship.The OpportunityWe are seeking a Director of Product Design who excels both in design expertise and leadership. This role involves guiding a talented design team to enhance Swiftly’s design practices and shape the future of our product offerings aimed at improving mobility in urban environments of all sizes.Reporting directly to the Chief Technology Officer, you will lead a dynamic design team and collaborate closely with Product Management and Engineering leaders to create a world-class, cross-functional product organization. You will be responsible for advancing our design vision, scaling our design systems and operations, and ensuring our user experiences are functional yet intuitively designed.In a time of rapid evolution in design tools, methods, and scope, we need someone who can navigate these changes while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and propelling the organization forward.* Our hiring process utilizes AI tools for scheduling and summarization. However, AI tools are not employed to determine candidate progression or evaluate strength. Every application is reviewed by Swiftly team members, and all hiring decisions are made by our internal team members. We are actively hiring for this role at Swiftly.

Employee Applicant Privacy NoticeJoin Our Mission:Help us redefine personal finance for a brighter financial future.At SoFi, we are transforming the way individuals engage with their financial lives. As a pioneering financial services company and national bank, we leverage cutting-edge, mobile-first technology to empower millions of members in achieving their financial aspirations. In an era of unprecedented change, we are proud to lead the industry, knowing our work profoundly impacts lives. Join us in investing in yourself, your career, and the future of finance.The TeamThe SoFi product design team is committed to crafting user-centric and intuitive experiences. In this role, you will lead the PALS team, a strategic business unit responsible for the Protect (insurance), At Work (employer benefits), Lantern (marketplace), and Small Business (SMB) verticals. This team is dedicated to fostering substantial growth and profitability across these diverse offerings, managing the full lifecycle from strategy-setting to execution, external partnerships, and enhancing member experience. The primary objective is to evolve these sectors into key growth drivers for SoFi.The RoleAs the Design Director for the PALS team, you will be an essential leader, managing the entire design lifecycle for four innovative product lines: Protect, At Work, Lantern, and Small Business (SMB). You will drive innovation, oversee design execution, ensure seamless feature delivery, and maintain operational excellence across all PALS offerings. Additionally, you will connect these products within the broader SoFi ecosystem to facilitate a cohesive member experience.We seek a leader with experience in incubator teams or accelerator programs, able to navigate the complexities of financial markets, regulatory considerations, and the unique dynamics of 0-1 teams to create sophisticated yet accessible new business lines.In this senior role within Research & Design, you will mentor and develop design talent, establish best practices, and contribute significantly to our creative endeavors.

As a prominent leader in the dining industry, OpenTable serves millions of diners and collaborates with over 60,000 restaurant partners. With a legacy of 25+ years, we are committed to empowering restaurants to flourish. Our cutting-edge technology allows restaurants to concentrate on their teams, guests, and operational success while helping diners find and reserve the ideal restaurant for any occasion.At OpenTable, each employee plays a vital role in shaping our operations and culture, which revolves around a passion for hospitality and care for others. Join a global team that includes a diverse portfolio of metasearch brands.We are seeking a talented Director of Product Design to spearhead design initiatives across our Diner Platform teams. In this senior leadership position, you will oversee a global team of nine, including two direct reports. Your collaboration with Product, Engineering, Research, Data Science, Design Systems, and Brand will be crucial in creating impactful experiences for restaurants and diners worldwide.Your leadership will be pivotal within our UX team, influencing our operational methodologies, elevating design standards, fostering innovation, and nurturing the growth of your team. This role reports directly to the Vice President of Product Design & Research.

OpenTable, a part of Booking Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), is an industry leader in the restaurant reservation space, boasting over 60,000 restaurant partners and millions of diners worldwide. With more than 25 years of experience, we are dedicated to empowering restaurants with world-class technology that enables them to focus on their core priorities: their teams, their guests, and their financial success. Diners can effortlessly discover and reserve the perfect dining experience for any occasion. At OpenTable, every team member plays a crucial role in shaping our operations and defining our culture, which is rooted in hospitality and the commitment to care for others. Joining our global team means becoming part of a diverse portfolio of metasearch brands. We are seeking a passionate and visionary Director of Product Design to lead our Table Management System (TMS) and Private Dining design teams. In this role, you will manage a talented team of product designers across the globe, collaborating closely with product managers, engineers, researchers, data scientists, and brand designers to deliver exceptional value to our customers and create impactful experiences for restaurants and diners alike. As a vital member of our UX team, you will work alongside product development colleagues and leaders to optimize processes, enhance collaboration, maintain design quality, foster innovation, and support your team's professional growth and development. Discover more about our design philosophy at opentable.design.

About SesameAt Sesame, we envision a world where technology is seamlessly integrated into our lives, making interactions with computers feel natural and human-like. Our mission is to redefine computing by focusing on voice agents that enhance daily experiences. Our exceptional team comprises industry pioneers from Oculus, Ubiquity6, Meta, Google, and Apple, bringing a wealth of expertise in both hardware and software. Join us as we revolutionize the way humans and computers collaborate.About the RoleWe are on the lookout for a passionate and innovative Senior Product Designer to join our vibrant team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong design acumen and a keen ability to solve complex problems creatively. You will spearhead design initiatives and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to craft user-centric products that resonate with our vision.Key Responsibilities:Drive the design process from initial concept through to successful implementation, ensuring high-quality outcomes.Partner with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define project specifications and translate them into impactful design solutions.Develop wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and comprehensive UI specifications to convey design concepts effectively.Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights, iterating on designs based on user feedback.Ensure alignment of designs with product vision, user needs, and business objectives.Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation within the design team.Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to continuously refine design processes and outcomes.Champion user-centered design principles, contributing to the advancement of our design system and best practices.

Join our innovative team at intangible.ai as a Product UX Designer, where you'll play a crucial role in shaping user experiences for cutting-edge AI products. You will collaborate closely with product managers and engineers to design intuitive interfaces that enhance user satisfaction and engagement. Your expertise will guide our design process from concept through execution, ensuring that our products are not only functional but also delightful to use.

Join our innovative team at rocknroll1 as a Senior Product Designer, where your creativity and expertise will shape the future of our products. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design exceptional user experiences that delight our customers. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about design and has a deep understanding of user-centered design principles.

Join Metriport as a Product Designer and be at the forefront of innovative design solutions. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create engaging and user-friendly products. Your expertise will help shape the visual and functional aspects of our offerings, ensuring an exceptional user experience.

Be Part of the Future of Commerce with Whatnot!Whatnot is the premier live shopping platform across North America and Europe, dedicated to helping you buy, sell, and discover your favorite items. We are revolutionizing e-commerce by merging community, shopping, and entertainment into a unique experience tailored just for you. As a remote co-located team, we thrive on innovation, grounded in our core values. With operational hubs in the US, UK, Germany, Ireland, and Poland, we are collaboratively shaping the future of online marketplaces.From fashion and beauty to electronics and collectibles like trading cards and comic books, our live auctions cater to a diverse audience.We’re just getting started! Recognized as one of the fastest-growing marketplaces, we seek innovative, forward-thinking problem solvers across all functions. Stay updated with the latest from Whatnot on our news and engineering blogs and join us as we empower individuals to transform their passions into successful businesses while fostering community through commerce. Role OverviewWhatnot is seeking a skilled and thoughtful Senior Product Designer who is passionate about tackling complex challenges, designing scalable systems, and crafting user-centric experiences that align with business objectives. You will lead the design process for end-to-end workflows across high-impact areas, focusing on user-facing features, internal tools, and essential platform systems.In this pivotal role, you will influence the future of our product by developing experiences that are intuitive, efficient, and user-focused. You will collaborate closely with designers, product managers, engineers, data scientists, operations, and other cross-functional partners. Your responsibilities may include anything from designing onboarding processes and discovery flows to creating educational content, user review systems, or facilitating real-time interactions during live events.You will report to a Design leader and have the flexibility to work from one of our office hubs (LA, SF, NYC, or Seattle) or remotely (U.S. only).Craft intuitive, end-to-end product experiences for both user-facing and internal tools.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate intricate problems and workflows into seamless product experiences.Conduct user research and usability testing to inform your designs and validate your solutions.Stay current with design trends and best practices to ensure our products remain competitive and innovative.

Join our innovative team at promise as a Product Designer where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our products. This is an opportunity to leverage your design skills to create user-centered solutions that drive engagement and satisfaction.As a Product Designer, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and engineers, to translate user needs into compelling designs. Your creativity and attention to detail will help us deliver exceptional digital experiences.

At fal, we are seeking a dynamic and innovative Senior Product Designer who excels in navigating uncertainty and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for crafting user interfaces that are both efficient and cohesive across our products.

Join our dynamic team at frontcareers as a Senior Product Designer, where you will have the opportunity to shape user experiences and drive innovative design solutions. We are looking for a creative visionary who can translate complex ideas into intuitive designs. As a Senior Product Designer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centered products that meet business goals and delight customers.

Join Side Inc. as a Senior Product Designer and take your design career to new heights! In this role, you will lead the design process for innovative products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create exceptional user experiences. Your expertise in UX/UI design, along with your passion for solving complex problems, will be pivotal in shaping our product vision.

Scribd Inc. is seeking a visionary Director of Brand Design to lead our creative team in crafting compelling visual narratives that resonate with our diverse audience. This role demands a strategic thinker with a passion for innovative design and a deep understanding of brand identity. You will be responsible for overseeing the development and execution of design strategies across all platforms, ensuring consistency and excellence in our brand representation.

We are looking for an innovative and dynamic Design Director to join our creative team at kira. In this pivotal role, you will lead the design vision for our projects, ensuring that our work not only meets but exceeds client expectations. You will be responsible for guiding a talented team of designers, establishing design principles, and fostering a collaborative environment that inspires creativity and excellence.

Become a part of Udemy: Shape the future of learning.At Udemy, we are an innovative AI-driven platform dedicated to accelerating skills development for individuals and teams. Our approach is personalized, practical, and centered around creating meaningful real-world impact.Our mission is clear: to empower lives through learning. Your contributions will enable people globally to acquire valuable skills, whether they are embarking on new journeys or enhancing their existing capabilities to stay competitive.With over 80 million learners and 17,000 businesses already benefiting from Udemy, if you thrive in a dynamic environment, are passionate about learning, and aspire to create significant change, you'll find a home here.Discover more about us on our company page.Your ProfileYou are a leader in design—a craftsman whose work sets the gold standard for quality and innovation. You excel at addressing intricate challenges through sophisticated, modern, and visually captivating design. You possess extensive knowledge in interaction, visual design, and motion, paired with a robust capacity to prototype, test, and actualize concepts.Your belief in the transformative power of design for learning experiences empowers millions, and you lead by inspiring others through the excellence of your ideas, execution, and storytelling. You are well-versed in cutting-edge AI tools and prototyping techniques, viewing them as catalysts for creativity and innovation.At Udemy, you will redefine the essence of learning experiences—making them seamless, vibrant, and deeply engaging—while collaborating closely with product managers, engineers, and researchers to bring these visions to life.Your RoleAs a Principal Designer on the Learner UX team, you will serve as a senior individual contributor, dedicated to shaping the future of Udemy's learner experience across both mobile and web platforms. You will elevate design standards throughout the organization by delivering outstanding design work that motivates your peers, influences decision-makers, and delights our learners.In this capacity, you will:Create flagship learning experiences that deliver comprehensive solutions, balancing usability, delight, and visual excellence.Set a new benchmark in motion and interaction design, enhancing clarity, sophistication, and engagement through animations and transitions.Investigate and prototype AI-driven experiences that tailor learning paths, simplify workflows, and unlock new creative opportunities.Uphold high visual design standards for the team, ensuring that our UI is not just functional but also aesthetically pleasing and engaging.

Join artisan as a Staff Product Designer in our San Francisco office, where creativity and innovation are at the heart of what we do. As a pivotal member of our design team, you will lead design projects from concept to execution, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences. Your expertise will help shape our product vision, ensuring that our designs not only meet user needs but also align with our business goals.

Join depthfirst, a pioneering company at the forefront of innovative technology solutions, as we seek a talented Product Designer to enhance our user experience and design impactful products. As a Product Designer, you will play a crucial role in shaping our product vision and translating complex ideas into intuitive designs. Your creativity and design skills will help us create products that not only meet user needs but also delight and inspire.

Join us at rocknroll1 as a Senior Product Designer, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centric designs that enhance the overall customer experience.