Principal Product Designer

Company Overview:

Role:

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Understanding: Comprehend product goals, identify requirements, and address user problems to optimize both member impact and company benefits.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Guide cross-functional teams through the design process, ensuring the successful implementation of new features and functionalities across multiple platforms.
• Solution Presentation: Illustrate and present creative solutions that enhance user experience; effectively communicate design rationale to stakeholders.
• Research and Integration: Support user experience research, share findings, and integrate insights into product development to continually refine user interactions.
• Design System Management: Work within, expand, and maintain a comprehensive and efficient design system, ensuring consistency and quality in design outputs.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Proven Experience: 8+ years experience, with at least 3 years of UI/UX design experience and 2 years of dedicated product design experience.
• Design Mastery: Proficient in design principles and best practices, including typography, desktop/mobile UI, color schemes, layout, and iconography.
• Portfolio: Possesses a diverse and compelling online portfolio that showcases a wide range of design projects.
• Critical Thinking: Willingness to challenge assumptions and commit to ongoing professional development.

To be a strong fit, you also need:

• Bias Toward Action: Demonstrated ability to take initiative, make decisions under uncertainty, and move projects forward even in the face of ambiguity. We value individuals who are self-starters and ready to act on opportunities and challenges alike.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Strong adaptability to changing business needs with a knack for building and optimizing processes. Your entrepreneurial mindset will be crucial in navigating the dynamic landscape of our industry, ensuring our platform remains competitive and responsive to user needs.
• Communication and Accountability: Strong communication skills with a proven track record of meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Remote Work Adaptability: Comfort with remote work environments, demonstrating the ability to stay productive and connected with the team irrespective of physical location.
• Continuous Improvement: A willingness to question assumptions and a commitment to continuous improvement. Your openness to feedback and dedication to personal and professional growth will contribute significantly to our collective success.

Nice-to-Have Skills and Experiences:

• Figma Expertise: Experience with designing in Figma, showcasing proficiency in utilizing this modern design tool for creating dynamic and responsive designs.
• UX Research Leadership: Experience in leading or participating in user experience research, demonstrating a deep understanding of how to derive actionable insights from user interactions.
• Developer Collaboration: Experience working closely with front-end developers, along with a basic understanding of front-end technologies. Knowledgeable in cross-platform design principles for web, iOS, and Android, ensuring seamless user experiences across all platforms.
• Start-Up Experience: We highly value individuals with start-up experience, especially former founders or early hires. This experience indicates a versatile skill set and an ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Familiarity with Health Technologies: Knowledge of or experience with popular health technologies, such as Oura, Whoop, Apple Watch, and CGMs (Continuous Glucose Monitors). An interest in or experience with health and wellness technologies suggests a passion for leveraging technology to improve personal and community health outcomes.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Comprehensive Benefits and Time Off: Unlimited PTO, Paid Holidays, Full benefits + Equity
• Empowerment in Your Role: Revel in the autonomy to handpick projects that resonate with your passion and expertise. Thrive in a supportive atmosphere where your independence is cherished, free from the constraints of micromanagement.
• Collaborative and Innovative Culture: Become part of a vibrant community that not only values but thrives on collaboration and innovation. Here, swift execution and the celebration of fresh ideas are the bedrock of our success.

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