Lead Product Designer

Summary

Join DroneDeploy as a Lead Product Designer and lead the design process for our industry-leading platform, from research to implementation. You will create intuitive and impactful user experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams and applying customer-centric frameworks. Your work will directly impact our customers' success across various industries. This role requires proven experience in end-to-end design projects, a deep understanding of user-centered design principles, and strong communication skills. DroneDeploy offers a remote-first culture with flexible work options, family-friendly benefits, and opportunities for professional development. We champion diversity and encourage all candidates to apply.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading end-to-end design projects, from research to implementation
• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles and experience applying JTBD or similar frameworks
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fully remote, cross-functional team environment
• Strong proficiency in design tools, particularly Figma
• Experience in developing and managing scalable design systems
• A portfolio showcasing your ability to deliver impactful, user-centered design solutions that align with business objectives
• Work-related travel: Available to travel internationally approximately two to three times a year for offsites, customer visits and conferences

Responsibilities

• Lead the full design lifecycle, from user research and prototyping to final design implementation
• Apply customer-centric frameworks such as Jobs to Be Done (JTBD) to create designs that deeply resonate with user needs and drive business goals
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and customer success, to align designs with business objectives and resource constraints
• Conduct usability testing and iterate on designs based on real-world feedback to continuously enhance the user experience
• Present and articulate design decisions and concepts to stakeholders across the organization, ensuring alignment with overall product strategy
• Help develop and maintain design systems to ensure consistency and scalability across DroneDeploy’s platform

Benefits

• Innovative Company Culture – Thrive in an environment that encourages creativity and collaboration
• Drone Pilot Certification – Get certified and develop unique skills with our support
• Flexible Work Options – Enjoy flexibility with both your schedule and work location
• Family Paid Leave – Supporting you and your family when it matters most
• Top-Tier Healthcare Benefits – Comprehensive health coverage designed to support your well-being
• Professional Development & Career Growth – Opportunities to advance and grow in your career
• Flexible Paid Time Off – Take the time you need to recharge and stay balanced
• Employee Referral Bonus – Help us grow the team and get rewarded for great referrals