Lead Product Designer

Remote $173k–$225k lead 4 months ago full-time quality 9/10

Role in brief

Circle is seeking a Lead Product Designer to enhance their platform's user experience, focusing on authentication, billing, and security. Candidates should have strong design and leadership skills.

Design SystemsFigmaAccount RecoverySystem DesignVisual DesignVariantsAuthenticationRoles & PermissionsBillingLeadershipTeam ManagementPlatform Design

About the role

In the role of Lead Product Designer at Circle, you will architect the user experience for key systems such as authentication and billing. Your focus will be on creating a cohesive platform that balances security and usability, addressing complex workflows and user interactions.

You will be part of a team that values innovative ideas and high integrity while working in a flexible environment. Your success will be measured by your ability to unify fragmented processes and design intuitive experiences for both admins and end-users.

The salary range for this role is between $172,500 and $225,000, reflecting the seniority and expertise required.

Skills that matter here

  • Design Systems: This role involves creating and managing design systems to ensure consistency across the platform.
  • Figma: Figma will be used extensively for designing user interfaces and collaborating with the team.
  • Leadership: You will lead design initiatives and mentor team members to enhance their skills.
  • UX Design: Your expertise in UX design will be crucial for creating user-friendly experiences.
  • UI Design: You will apply your UI design skills to develop visually appealing and functional interfaces.
  • Strategic Communication: Effective communication will be key in conveying design decisions to stakeholders.

Who this role suits

  • A person who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys mentoring others.
  • Someone with a strong background in platform and systems design.
  • An individual who can navigate complex design challenges with empathy for users.
  • A strategic thinker who values high integrity and is driven by excellence.

From the employer

What you'll work on:

  • Transforming Chaos into Order: Audit existing, fragmented workflows and unify them into a cohesive platform experience.
  • Unified Identity: Design how users experience Roles, Permissions, and Team Management, making complex logic intuitive for admins and end-users.
  • Centralized Billing Infrastructure: Design a scalable billing and subscription experience that unifies how customers pay for different parts of the Circle ecosystem.
  • Security meets UX: Tackle high-stakes flows like Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), SSO setup, and account recovery, ensuring security never compromises usability.

Qualifications:

  • Platform & Systems Experience
  • Exceptional UI & Visual Design Skills
  • Complexity Wrangling
  • Component-Based Thinking
  • Strategic Communication
  • Empathy for Internal & External Users

Questions about this role

What is the remote policy?

The position is remote, allowing for flexibility in work location.

What level of seniority is this role?

This is a lead-level position requiring significant experience and leadership skills.

How do I apply for this position?

You can apply by visiting Circle's website at https://circle.com.

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