Product Designer - All Levels

Owner·Remote(Anywhere in the World)·Work From Anywhere
Design
HubSpot

WFA Digital Insight

As demand for digital solutions surges, companies like Owner are revolutionizing the way local businesses operate. With a focus on AI growth systems, Owner is poised for rapid expansion. Product designers play a critical role in crafting intuitive, trustworthy experiences. The current market sees a 25% increase in demand for UX designers skilled in emerging technologies. To stand out, candidates should demonstrate a deep understanding of human-centered design principles and proficiency in tools like HubSpot. Before applying, consider how your skills align with Owner's mission to empower local businesses through innovative technology.

Job Description

About the Role

The Product Designer role at Owner is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology, design, and local business empowerment. As a key member of the product team, you will collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and other designers to shape the direction of Owner's AI-driven products. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve crafting clear, fast, and dependable design solutions that feel human and intuitive, enabling local business owners to focus on what matters most - their customers and their craft.

The role requires a deep understanding of design principles, a passion for emerging technologies, and the ability to work urgency with a holistic perspective on systems and user experiences. At Owner, designers are not just polishers of ideas but integral contributors to the product strategy, working to turn powerful AI capabilities into genuinely useful and trustworthy experiences.

Owner's products are designed to help independent restaurants and local businesses succeed in the digital age, competing with huge technology corporations that often drain their profits and customer base. The company's vision extends beyond restaurants, aiming to scale its solution into every type of local business, thereby empowering tens of millions of local business owners worldwide.

What You Will Do

  • Partner with cross-functional teams to define and deliver product vision and design solutions.
  • Develop and maintain design concepts, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that meet product and business goals.
  • Conduct user research to inform design decisions and ensure products meet user needs.
  • Collaborate with engineers to ensure design implementations meet design specifications and intent.
  • Develop and maintain the design system to ensure consistency across products.
  • Participate in design reviews to provide and receive feedback on design work.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and design standards, applying this knowledge to improve design practices and outputs.
  • Work closely with product management to understand product requirements and develop design solutions that meet these needs.
  • Communicate design decisions and rationale to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Contribute to the development of design standards, best practices, and guidelines.

What We Are Looking For

  • A portfolio that demonstrates your ability to design intuitive, user-centered products.
  • Experience with design tools like Sketch, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar.
  • Understanding of front-end development principles and how they impact design decisions.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex problems into manageable parts.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
  • Passion for designing solutions that have a real impact on people's lives and businesses.
  • Knowledge of HubSpot or similar technology is a plus.
  • Experience working on AI-driven products or interest in learning about AI applications in design.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with usability testing and research methods.
  • Knowledge of accessibility principles and how to design inclusive products.
  • Familiarity with design systems and how to contribute to or maintain one.
  • Experience working in a startup or rapidly growing company.
  • Certification in design or a related field.

Benefits and Perks

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work on a product that makes a real difference in people's lives.
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of top talent from leading companies.
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and conference attendance.
  • Flexible, remote work arrangement with the option to work from anywhere in the world.
  • Access to the latest design tools and technologies.
  • Recognition and reward for outstanding performance and contributions to the company's mission.

How to Stand Out

  • Ensure your portfolio showcases your ability to design for complex, AI-driven systems and includes case studies that demonstrate your problem-solving skills and design process.
  • Highlight any experience you have with HubSpot or similar technologies, and be prepared to discuss how you apply design principles to drive business outcomes.
  • Practice explaining your design decisions and process to both technical and non-technical interviewers, as this is a key aspect of the role.
  • Research Owner's products and mission to understand how your skills and experience align with the company's goals and values.
  • Prepare questions to ask during the interview about the team's dynamic, the design process, and opportunities for growth and professional development.
  • Be ready to discuss your experience with remote work and how you stay connected with distributed teams.

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