Director, Product Design (AI Experience)
Ladders · New York, NY · 2 wk ago
On-siteMarketing$224k–$308k/yrFull-time
Location: New York, NY – US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.
About the role
This role will lead work at the intersection of data, AI-enabled capabilities, and scalable technology delivery. You will work across engineering, product, operations, and business stakeholders to translate complex requirements into practical technology solutions. The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within a technology-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Define UX vision for AI-driven experiences
- Influence product direction through partnership with leadership
- Tackle complex UX challenges in data-dense environments
- Engage in hands-on design work and prototyping
- Establish high standards for AI-native design across the platform
- Contribute to the evolution of the design system
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of senior designers
- Effectively communicate proposals grounded in user evidence and business impact
Qualifications
- 10+ years of design experience in technical and product-driven companies
- 3+ years of management experience preferred
- Proven track record of owning product experiences
- Strong opinions on design coupled with openness to evidence-based change
- Experience with AI-driven products focusing on trust and control
- Proficiency in prototyping, especially with React and modern front-end frameworks
- Excellent communication across technical and non-technical teams
Pay
$224,000 – $308,000 annually
Benefits
- Performance-based bonuses available
- Equity options
- Comprehensive benefits program
- Support for professional development opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements likely, especially for remote candidates