Director of Product Design (NYC Hybrid)

New York, New YorkHybridFull Time$150k - $250kJob Title: Director of Product DesignLocation: New York City (Hybrid)Our client is a rapidly scaling technology company providing an AI-driven visual development platform that enables users to build and launch software without writing code. With a global community of over six million users, they are breaking down barriers to innovation by allowing creators to transition from simple prompts to fully functional, production-ready applications across web and mobile platforms. Their product bridges the gap between the speed of AI generation and the stability of robust, enterprise-grade software.We are seeking a Director of Product Design to lead and scale a dedicated team of product designers. In this role, you will own the end-to-end user experience, driving the overarching design vision and establishing essential design processes. You will guide a growing team through comprehensive user research, prototyping, and UI design, while refining a cohesive design system to ensure an intuitive journey for users moving from initial idea to a scalable launched product.Requirements10+ years of product design experience tackling complex UX challenges, specifically within Product-Led Growth (PLG) SaaS environments.5+ years of experience leading, scaling, and developing high-performing product design teams in a high-growth startup setting.Proven track record of recruiting world-class senior design talent.Deep expertise in guiding teams through rigorous user research, design exploration, and iterative refinement.Strong ability to balance user needs, design vision, and critical business objectives through pragmatic prioritization.Familiarity or strong interest in AI and no-code development platforms is highly preferred.ResponsibilitiesLead, mentor, and coach a team of talented product designers while identifying clear avenues for their professional growth.Drive the hiring strategy, including defining interview plans and actively scaling the design department.Establish and enforce best practices for product discovery, delivery, and design iteration.Refine and apply a modern, intuitive design system consistently across the entire product suite.Collaborate cross-functionally and lead by example through direct user engagement, opportunity identification, and idea validation.Shape the long-term product vision, ideal customer profiles, and user journeys based on comprehensive market and user research.This is a hybrid position based in New York City, offering a highly competitive base salary ranging from $200,000 to $250,000, plus equity. You will be joining an inclusive, forward-thinking culture with a robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health coverage, a 401(k) match, generous PTO, wellness and work enablement stipends, and a unique sabbatical program.#LI-JW3