Head of Product Design

Summary

Join Valence, a Series A B2B SaaS company revolutionizing leadership development with its AI-powered coaching platform, and lead the design strategy and execution for our platform. You will collaborate with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to create intuitive and effective designs that align with our business goals and resonate with users. Directly engage with clients to understand their needs and translate these insights into powerful design solutions. Develop and maintain design systems, guide internal and external teams, and translate cutting-edge AI capabilities into user-friendly designs. This role offers the chance to lead a design revolution in corporate learning, impacting how industry giants develop their leaders. Valence provides a dynamic, learning-focused environment with competitive compensation and benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Design, HCI, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of experience in product design, preferably within an early, B2B rapidly growing Saas company as a founding/lead designer
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping tools
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in UX/UI design, including experience with complex, data-intensive applications
• Experience working with engineering teams to implement designs, with a strong understanding of the technical aspects of product development
• Ability to lead design projects from conception to execution, with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Responsibilities

• Lead the design strategy and execution for Valence's platform, ensuring that it is visually stunning, intuitive, and effective
• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to create designs that align with our business goals and resonate with our users
• Engage directly with clients to understand their needs and pain points, and translate these insights into powerful design solutions
• Develop and maintain design systems that enable our teams to move quickly and consistently as we scale
• Guide internal team and external vendors and contractors to set standards based on experience and best-in-class design

Benefits

• Ownership of design projects and strategic input from day one in our dynamic, learning-focused environment
• Direct access to the executive team and a transparent culture that values your input on strategic decisions
• Competitive salary and equity packages
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision) from day 1
• Provision of tools and resources to ensure your success, including learning tools, hardware, and software
• 401k options for US-based employees
• Generous PTO, company-wide R&R shutdowns, and paid leave for parents
• A WFH stipend, phone stipend, and support to work in a WeWork or other preferred workspace