[Remote] Principal Product Designer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Headspace is on a mission to create a world where mental health is never an obstacle. They are seeking a Principal Product Designer to set the design direction for complex product surfaces, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful, human-centered designs.ResponsibilitiesLead design strategy and execution for Headspace's most complex product areas , setting a high bar for interaction quality, visual craft, and member experience across consumer and B2B surfacesDefine and drive design vision across multi-quarter workstreams, partnering closely with Product, Engineering, Research, and Clinical teams to ensure design thinking is embedded early and often in the product lifecycleInfluence roadmap decisions and product strategy with evidence-based design rationale, representing the design perspective in cross-functional planning conversationsLead and conduct design research including generative studies, contextual inquiry, concept testing, and usability evaluations, to deeply understand member needs, behaviors, and mental modelsPartner with dedicated Research team members to define research agendas for your workstreams, and operate independently when research support is not availableApply behavioral design principles to create experiences that support habit formation, reduce friction, and drive meaningful engagement with mental health content and careBring AI fluency to every stage of the design process , using AI-powered tools for prototyping, research synthesis, and rapid iteration to accelerate and elevate the quality of design workMentor and elevate designers across levels , leading critique, sharing craft expertise in both design execution and research practice, and creating the conditions for others to do the best work of their careersSkills8+ years of experience designing thoughtful, human-centered products—ideally with exposure to emerging technologies or innovative problem spacesExceptional visual design expertise with a strong portfolio showcasing high-impact, polished designs and a deep understanding of motion design principlesDemonstrated AI fluency, actively uses AI tools (e.g. Claude, Figma Make, Cursor, generative prototyping tools, LLM-assisted research workflows) to accelerate and elevate design work, and can design AI-powered product experiences that feel natural, trustworthy, and human-centeredStrong knowledge of iOS and Android patterns, behaviors, and interface design standardsProficiency in Figma and prototyping tools to create and communicate complex design ideas with clarityExperience designing interfaces for digital products, with a focus on crafting seamless, engaging, and accessible experiencesA curious, strategic mindset with the ability to break down ambiguous challenges into actionable design solutionsDemonstrated ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and clarify how design decisions align with broader team and company goalsProven ability to mentor, inspire, and cultivate a culture of design excellence while promoting a growth-oriented mindset2+ years working in emerging technologies, AI-driven experiences, or other innovative product spacesDemonstrated design research competency, experience independently planning and executing generative and evaluative research methods (user interviews, usability testing, diary studies, concept testing) and translating findings into product-shaping insights is highly preferredProven ability to lead engaging workshops and foster creativity across interdisciplinary teamsSkilled in motion design and interaction design, creating dynamic and seamless user experiencesStrong ability to explore, iterate, and refine ideas through prototyping, user testing, and experimentationExperience contributing to or working within design systems to ensure consistency and scalabilityExperience in healthcare or digital health is a plus, particularly where design work touched health behavior change, sensitive member journeys, or collaboration with clinical teamsBenefitsEquityBenefitsStock awardsComprehensive healthcare coverageMonthly wellness stipendRetirement savings matchLifetime Headspace membershipGenerous parental leaveCompany OverviewHeadspace is a mental health company offering AI companionship, coaching, therapy, psychiatry, and mindfulness tools for everyday support. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.headspace.com/.