Senior Designer

SurveyMonkey; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading survey platform is seeking a Senior Product Designer to drive the design of key features. This role involves leading the product design lifecycle, conducting user research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience in user-focused design, strong proficiency in Figma, and a passion for mentorship. This position is remote but may require some in-person participation for company events.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional product design experience, preferably in user-focused SaaS.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design process.
• Deep understanding of interaction design principles and visual design.

Responsibilities

• Lead product design lifecycle for major platform features.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative user research.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers on requirements.

Skills

User-focused design experience

Prototyping

User research synthesis

Communication skills

Mentoring designers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI or related field

Tools

Figma

Job description

Overview

SurveyMonkey is the world’s most popular platform for surveys and forms, built for business—loved by users. We combine powerful capabilities with intuitive design, effectively serving every use case, from customer experience to employee engagement, market research to payment and registration forms. With built‑in research expertise and AI‑powered technology, it’s like having a team of expert researchers at your fingertips.

About the role

As a Sr. Product Designer within our Core team, you’ll own end‑to‑end design for key features within the SurveyMonkey platform. You’ll translate complex user needs into intuitive experiences, partnering closely with Product Management, Engineering, Research and others to define and deliver solutions that drive adoption and engagement. We’re looking for a hands‑on experienced contributor who can shape design strategy, mentor more junior designers, and champion a user‑centric culture across the company.

At SurveyMonkey, our Product Designers blend deep user empathy with data‑driven decision‑making. You’ll combine your expertise in interaction and visual design with your ability to synthesize user research and analytics to set design direction. You’ll influence roadmaps, establish best practices, and ensure consistency through our design system while still rolling up your sleeves to craft pixels and prototypes.

You’ll report to the Senior Manager, Design and collaborate with cross‑functional partners to ensure the SurveyMonkey platform is intuitive, powerful, and delightful for millions of users worldwide.

What you’ll be working on

• Lead the full product design lifecycle for major platform features, from discovery and user research through high‑fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes.
• Conduct and synthesize qualitative and quantitative user research (interviews, usability tests, analytics) to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers to define requirements, write clear design briefs, and align on success metrics.
• Partner with Engineering to validate feasibility, iterate on solutions, and ensure pixel‑perfect implementation.
• Advocate for best practices in UX, accessibility, and inclusive design across the organization.
• Present design concepts and user flows to stakeholders, incorporating feedback and driving alignment.
• Analyze post‑launch performance data to identify opportunities for iteration and optimization.
• Help shape design processes, standards, and documentation to improve efficiency and quality.

We’d love to hear from people with

• 8+ years of professional product design experience, preferably in a user‑focused SaaS.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating user‑centered design process, problem framing, and polished visual and interaction design.
• Expertise in Figma (or equivalent tools) for wireframing, prototyping, and design system maintenance.
• Proficient in conducting and synthesizing both qualitative (user interviews, usability tests) and quantitative (analytics) research.
• Deep understanding of interaction design principles, visual design, and information architecture.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence cross‑functional partners.
• Experience mentoring and coaching designers; passion for growing design talent.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design methodologies.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution in a fast‑paced, agile environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, HCI, related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Remote work and participation

While this role is remote, it may require in‑person participation. You will be encouraged to attend company events throughout the year. These events will take place at a designated SurveyMonkey office or location.

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace

SurveyMonkey is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.