Director of Product Design
About the role
For our client, we are seeking a Director of Product Design to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This leader is building products that operate at the intersection of hardware, software, and regulated clinical workflows, so the role will shape both the user experience and the underlying design discipline. You will lead a small team while remaining hands-on, setting the vision for product design and helping scale a mature, consistent design function. The work will require close partnership with engineering and clinical stakeholders to deliver rigorous, well-documented solutions that support both product quality and business needs.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of three senior product designers
- Develop and execute a vision for product design
- Act as a player-coach, engaging in hands-on design work
- Prioritize design efforts across multiple platforms and products
- Foster cross-functional collaboration with engineering and clinical teams
- Establish scalable design processes and standards
- Ensure rigorous documentation for regulated product designs
Qualifications
- 10+ years of product design experience, including 4+ years in a management role
- Proven track record in building or maturing a design function
- Portfolio showcasing both hardware and software design
- Experience in the medical device or clinical diagnostics field
- Familiarity with usability engineering and human factors in regulated industries
- Strong coaching skills for senior designers
- Experience in designing service and business processes
Benefits
- Robust remote work practices for a flexible work environment
- In-person office hubs located in Boston, New York City, and Paris
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and innovative company culture
Pay
$200,000 – $215,000 annually
Schedule
Remote position with optional access to office hubs in Boston, New York City, and Paris.