Staff Product Designer - VC Backed Startups

SignalFire • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

Join SignalFire’s Talent Network for Staff Product Designer Roles at VC-Backed Startups. This is not an application for a specific job, but a way to get on the radar of VC-backed startups that are actively hiring Design talent. SignalFire partners with top early-stage startups shaping the future of technology across AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, fintech, developer tools, and enterprise SaaS. They are looking to connect with exceptional Staff Product Designers excited about leading design strategy, scaling design systems, and crafting world-class user experiences. Joining the Talent Network shares your profile with their portfolio companies, providing visibility into exclusive early-stage opportunities.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in product design, UX/UI, or interaction design
• Expertise in Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping tools (Framer, InVision, Principle)
• Experience designing for complex applications, AI-driven interfaces, or enterprise SaaS products
• Strong understanding of user research, usability testing, and data-driven design decision-making
• Proven ability to develop and scale design systems across multiple products
• Knowledge of motion design, micro-interactions, and responsive UI principles
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript basics) for effective collaboration with engineers
• Experience working in fast-paced startup environments or cross-functional teams

Nice To Haves

• Passionate about leading product design efforts and shaping user experience at scale
• Experienced in building and scaling design systems that support complex digital products
• Excited to mentor designers, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive user research

Responsibilities

• Lead the design vision and user experience for high-growth startup products
• Create high-fidelity UI designs, prototypes, and interaction models for web and mobile applications
• Develop and maintain scalable design systems to ensure consistency across products
• Work closely with engineering and product teams to align design strategy with business goals
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and A/B experiments to optimize the product experience
• Advocate for accessibility, usability, and human-centered design principles
• Establish best practices for UX/UI workflows, design documentation, and cross-functional collaboration
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a strong design culture within the team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed