Staff Product Designer, Platform

At Vanta, our mission is to secure the internet and protect consumer data. We believe that security should be monitored and verified continuously, and we empower companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. Vanta has a kind and talented team, and while some have prior security experience, many have been successful at Vanta without it. We are currently seeking a Staff Product Designer for our Platform team. This role is crucial in bringing our vision to life. Vanta operates as a collaborative, remote-first company and values alignment with our core principles.Ideal candidates have a proven track record of crafting exceptional B2B SaaS products with consumer-grade craftsmanship, consistently delivering meaningful value to customers. You excel in environments that are full of ambiguity and complexity, enjoying the autonomy to shape plans that optimize and streamline customer experiences. Your history shows a strong ability to translate customer needs and technical challenges into positive business outcomes through effective partnerships with Product Management and Engineering. As a thought leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our design practices as we continue to expand rapidly. While prior experience in GRC or security is beneficial, it is not required, as many of our successful team members have thrived at Vanta without it.The Experience Design organization champions our customers by creating and delivering efficient consumer grade experiences through our trust management platform. We aim to earn their trust and contribute to a more secure internet. By providing valuable solutions, we empower Vanta to grow as a business. Our role is vital to the company’s strategic direction, and you will have a significant impact on our product development. You will report to a Design Director within the Platform Organization.What you will do as a Staff Designer at Vanta:Lead the design and execution of strategic projects that deliver substantial customer value and impact multiple departments.Conduct customer discovery to inform product strategy, helping to craft compelling narratives that support the vision and objectives.Identify and lead design-driven initiatives with organization-wide impact.Enhance the influence of the Design organization by working openly, sharing customer insights, communicating design solutions, and improving the ways we work.Mentor other designers, helping to refine concepts and elevate design quality.Contribute to and refine our design system to ensure it aligns with strategic goals while maintaining consistent, high-quality design standards.How to be successful in this role:8-10+ years of experience delivering high-quality B2B SaaS products on large-scale projects.Demonstrated track record of maintaining high executional quality and organizational impact.Independent in driving discovery processes and leveraging customer insights to inform product strategy and define design directions.Skilled in leading the design process from ambiguity to concept and execution for entire product areas.Strong ability to mentor and influence others, including senior and executive management teams.Comfortable navigating ambiguity and complex problem-solving.Proven success in driving design strategy, systemic thinking, and strong product sensibility.Excellent communication skills, capable of clearly articulating design concepts to diverse audiences.Proficient in managing complex projects, timelines, and proactive escalation handling.Portfolio required, showcasing consumer-grade craftsmanship and effective product solutions tailored to customer needs.What you can expect as a Vantan:Industry-competitive compensation100% covered medical, dental, and vision benefits with dependents coverage16 weeks fully-paid parental Leave for all new parentsHealth & wellness and remote workplace stipendsFamily planning benefits through Carrot Fertility401(k) matchingFlexible work hours and locationOpen PTO policy11 paid holidays in the USOffices in SF, NYC, London, Dublin, and SydneyTo provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and country location, benchmarked against similar-stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors and may vary based on candidate location, skills, depth of work experience, and relevant licenses/credentials. At Vanta, we are committed to hiring diverse talent of different backgrounds and as such, it is important to us to provide an inclusive work environment for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender identity, age, religion, sexual orientation, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage and welcome people of all backgrounds to apply.About VantaWe started in 2018, in the wake of several high-profile data breaches. Online security was only becoming more important, but we knew firsthand how hard it could be for fast-growing companies to invest the time and manpower it takes to build a solid security foundation. Vanta was inspired by a vision to restore trust in internet businesses by enabling companies to improve and prove their security.From our early days automating security monitoring for compliance standards like SOC 2, HIPAA and ISO 27001 to creating the world's leading Trust Management Platform, our vision remains unchanged. Now more than ever, making security continuous—not just a point-in-time check— is essential. Thousands of companies rely on Vanta to build, maintain and demonstrate their trust— all in a way that's real-time and transparent.Originally posted on Himalayas

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