[Remote] Lead Product Designer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Catalyst Exchange is a national nonprofit dedicated to helping organizations build capacity and deepen their impact. They are seeking a strategic and user-centered Lead Product Designer to oversee the design of their platform, ensuring a cohesive and intuitive user experience while collaborating with cross-functional teams.ResponsibilitiesDesign and deliver intuitive, user-centered product experiences from concept to implementationPartner closely with product and engineering to define and execute on product strategy and featuresEstablish and maintain a consistent design system and user experience across the platformLead user research and usability testing efforts to inform product decisionsGuide and mentor designers or consultants to ensure quality and consistencyCreate detailed product designs, including low-fidelity prototypes and high-fidelity mockupsDefine strategic user flows and product feature sets in partnership with ProductDesign intuitive UI elements (menus, navigation, buttons, widgets)Own and ensure consistency of the user experience across the platformMaintain and evolve a comprehensive design system and libraryPartner with product and engineering to gather requirements and ensure technical feasibilityFacilitate design walkthroughs and incorporate stakeholder feedbackValidate implemented designs to ensure alignment with specificationsCollaborate in an agile environment, iterating based on feedback and testingCollaborate with the Growth team to prototype and test new workflows and ideasConduct user research (interviews, surveys, usability testing)Develop personas, user journeys, and user storiesLead usability testing and iterate based on findingsCreate a process for sharing user research insights with other teams throughout the organizationRapidly prototype and validate concepts using modern AI-enabled design and prototyping toolsPartner with product and engineering teams to shape AI-driven product interactions and experiencesEvaluate opportunities where AI can simplify workflows, reduce operational burden, or improve decision-makingEstablish best practices for responsible, accessible, and transparent AI experiencesEstablish design workflows with product and engineering teamsDeliver low- to mid-fidelity prototypes for highest-priority featuresComplete an initial end-to-end design audit of the platformDemonstrate an understanding of how AI-enabled design fits into the overall CE product and development processShare your insights with other teams within the organizationDesign and ship multiple end-to-end product experiencesRegularly facilitate cross-functional design reviewsEnable faster product development through the use of AI and reusable componentsDeliver a cohesive, polished product experience across the platformRun usability testing cycles on shipped featuresBuild and sustain a continuous user research practiceEstablish scalable AI-enabled design and prototyping workflowsHelp define standards for human-centered AI experiences across the platformIncrease product experimentation velocity through rapid prototyping and validationSkills5+ years of experience in product and UI/UX design with a strong portfolioProficiency in Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative SuiteStrong understanding of user research methodologies and analyticsExcellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teamsDemonstrated user empathy and ability to advocate for user needsExperience using AI-enabled tools for rapid prototyping, workflow exploration, and product iterationFamiliarity with emerging AI-native design patterns and human-AI interaction principlesExperience maintaining design systems and ensuring accessibility standardsExperience with agile development and working closely with engineering teamsBenefitsFull benefits and retirementMedical and dental insurance coverage403(b) with up to 5% match on base salaryGenerous leave policyRemote team with an office in New OrleansOccasional travel, approximately 1-2 times per quarter, is required for attendance at in-person team meetings, convenings, and eventsCompany Overview𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 At The Talent Co-op, we transform job seekers into standout candidates ready to secure their dream roles. It was founded in 2023, and is headquartered in San Diego, CA, US, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is http://www.co-op.fyi.