Senior Director, Product Design

Nanit•New York, NY

2d•$235,000 - $250,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re seeking a strategic and visionary Sr Director, Product Design to lead our product design organization at a pivotal moment in Nanit’s evolution. This leader will define vision across Nanit’s full product ecosystem including our mobile app, connected hardware, subscription experience, website and new product categories. You will be a design voice at the leadership level - shaping how design drives product strategy, subscription growth, and long term customer value. You will work closely with our Engineering, Product, Clinical and Marketing Team to ensure design is a core driver of differentiation in our product, creating beautifully crafted intuitive experiences that delight customers and reinforce Nanit’s position as a premium, category-defining brand.

Requirements

10+ years of Product Design experience, with at least 3 years of leadership design experience in related consumer tech companies
Experience with IoT technology and designing for connected devices is highly desirable
Deep expertise in mobile design (iOS and Android) with a portfolio that demonstrates sophisticated interaction design
Experience designing subscription based products, with a deep understanding of how design impacts conversion, retention and LTV
Proven experience leading and managing a team of designers, with a track record of delivering high-quality designs on schedule while fostering AI fluency and experimentation within design teams
Expertise in mobile design principles and best practices, with proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Figma, or Adobe XD
Demonstrated AI fluency, including understanding AI-assisted product experiences, and identifying opportunities where AI can meaningfully improve user outcomes
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively communicate design concepts and rationale to cross-functional teams
Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment is a plus
Passion for improving the lives of parents and babies through innovative design solutions

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end design experience across Nanit's hardware-software ecosystem, ensuring cohesion across the app, device, and subscription touchpoints as the product line expands
Advocate for user-centered design principles throughout the product development lifecycle, from ideation to execution, ensuring that user needs and preferences are prioritized
Lead the design of mobile applications, ensuring intuitive and seamless user experiences across iOS and Android platforms
Partner closely with the Product Team to design the subscription experience - feature gating, upgrade flows, onboarding, and long-term retention
Contribute to product design strategy at the leadership level - bringing a comprehensive design system and perspective to roadmap decisions and new category development
Scale and maintain a mature design system that ensures consistency, speed, and quality as Nanit grows its product surface area
Foster a collaborative and inclusive design culture, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and effectively communicating design concepts and rationale
Lead and grow a team of product designers, establishing a strong design culture, clear craft standards, and a high-performance environment
Stay informed about the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in product design, continuously seeking opportunities to innovate and improve.