Product Lead Designer
Uses AI-assisted design tools (ChatGPT, Figma Make) to speed ideation, prototyping, and content generation.
About the Role
Lead Product Designer responsible for shaping the visual identity and user experience across web and mobile while leading an in-house design team. Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Marketing, and the VP of Innovation to deliver cohesive, user-centered experiences and champion AI-powered design tools and workflows. This is a full-time, on-site role in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Monday–Friday.
Job Description
Role
We are hiring a Lead Product Designer to drive visual identity and user experience across web and mobile products. You will lead and mentor a team of UI/UX and visual designers, align design strategy with business goals, and introduce AI-powered tools and workflows to improve creativity and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of UI/UX and visual designers, setting strategic and executional standards.
- Collaborate with the VP of Innovation and cross-functional partners (Product, Engineering, Marketing) to align design strategy with brand and business objectives.
- Develop, evolve, and maintain design systems and guidelines for consistency across web and mobile.
- Produce high-fidelity mockups, prototypes, and design concepts; ensure pixel-perfect implementation.
- Leverage AI-powered design and generative tools to accelerate ideation, create initial layouts, refine designs, and generate content or pattern suggestions.
- Implement and optimize AI workflows (e.g., ChatGPT for brainstorming and content; Figma Make for component/prototype generation).
- Partner with Product and Engineering to translate business goals and technical requirements into user-centered solutions.
- Monitor industry trends, emerging AI tools, and competitive insights to introduce innovative ideas.
Requirements
- 7+ years of UI/UX experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role overseeing designers.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating design leadership, strategic thinking, and user-centered problem solving.
- Experience designing for web and mobile, including responsive and cross-platform considerations.
- Proficiency in Figma (including Figma Make and AI features), Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools.
- Proven experience using AI tools like ChatGPT for ideation, prototyping assistance, content generation, and documentation.
- Strong understanding of design systems, usability principles, and accessibility standards.
- Clear communication skills and experience collaborating across disciplines.
- Familiarity with user research, A/B testing, and iterative design methodologies.
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in consumer-facing tech products.
- Working knowledge of front-end basics (HTML, CSS) to collaborate effectively with engineering.
- Familiarity with workflow automation tools that integrate design systems with AI triggers and actions.
Location & Hours
- Full-time, in-office position based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
- On-site Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Remote or hybrid arrangements are not available.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $85,000 - $90,000 per year (DOE).
- Benefits include: 401(k), health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and paid time off.