Director of Product Design - Ignis AI

The AI revolution is here, transforming the workplace at an unprecedented pace. Routine tasks are being automated, driving efficiency but also reshaping the job market. This means new opportunities emerge while traditional roles evolve. Ignis AI is building a next generation of Talent Acquisition and Talent Management platforms that empower individuals and businesses to thrive in this changing landscape. Our goal is to empower individuals to advance their careers and to enable organizations to adapt seamlessly to the evolving workforce demands. By leveling the workforce field, we help everyone to unlock their potential and achieve success. 

We're looking for a passionate and visionary Director of Product Design to lead our design and development efforts and shape the future of workforce talent acquisition and talent development. This is a unique opportunity to join our leadership team and build the design strategy and team from the ground up. 

This is a remote role based in the United States. 

Ideal candidates are based in the Greater Boston Area. 

Occasional travel is anticipated.

In this role, you will:

• Own and drive the design strategy for our AI-powered HR tech products, ensuring a human-centered approach that focuses on creating intuitive, engaging, and impactful user experiences.

• Lead and scale our design team, attracting and retaining top talent to build a world-class design organization.

• Champion a research-based design methodology, leveraging data and user insights to inform design decisions and optimize product development.

• Collaborate closely with the CPO and with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and marketing, to ensure alignment and deliver exceptional user experiences.

• Develop and execute a design system that ensures consistency, scalability, and efficiency across all Ignis AI products.

• Translate business requirements into technical solutions, working with engineering teams to deliver innovative features and functionalities.

• Oversee end-to-end user experiences, from onboarding to advanced interactions, to reduce friction and increase engagement

• Develop UX metrics to measure and enhance user satisfaction and engagement

• Create a culture of design excellence, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where design thinking is ingrained in all aspects of the company.

• Contribute to the company's overall vision and strategy, leveraging your design expertise to drive growth and impact.

You are:

• A visionary UX leader with a passion for AI-powered solutions, especially within high-growth tech or SaaS environments.

• 5+ years of leadership experience in product design with a track record of success in delivering innovative products to market.

• A seasoned manager with a track record of success in building and scaling design teams.

• Experienced in designing for AI-driven or complex data-rich products

• Deeply passionate about human-centered design and utilizing research-based, data-driven experiences to support learning and development.

• A strategic thinker with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

• An exceptional communicator and collaborator with strong interpersonal skills.

• An advocate for using technology to solve real-world problems and improve equitable learning and development outcomes for all.

• Prefer working in a fast-paced startup environment, embracing the challenge of building new systems and making foundational design decisions.

• Experienced in managing outsourced resources and demonstrating a flexible approach to resource management to meet changing business needs.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Engineering Psychology or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

Benefits

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to lead and shape the design strategy of a forward-thinking company.

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

• Competitive compensation package and benefits.

• Compensation: $150,000 - $200,000. Negotiable based on education, experience, and credentials.

• Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation/sick days, and 401(k) plans.

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for human-centered design and a desire to make a real impact on the future of work, we encourage you to apply!

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to: talent@ignisai.ai