Founding Product Designer

Pholio; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic startup as a Founding Product Designer, where you'll define the design language and user experience of a product that aims to captivate customers. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Founder to transform innovative ideas into polished, intuitive designs. Your contributions will help shape the company's culture and design DNA in a fast-paced environment. If you have a strong portfolio and a passion for creating beautiful products, this opportunity is perfect for you. Be part of a team that aspires to set new standards in design excellence!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Product Designer with a strong portfolio.
• Ability to think strategically about design decisions.

Responsibilities

• Define the product’s look, feel, and interaction patterns.
• Establish a design system that scales with growth.

Skills

Product Design

Design Thinking

Attention to Detail

Strategic Thinking

Tools

Linear

Notion

Stripe

Job description

We're looking for a Founding Product Designer! This small startup is looking for a Founding Product Designer to define our design language, shape the user experience, and build a product that customers love. They're very early, so you’ll help shape the company’s culture and design DNA. Linear, Notion & Stripe are our North Star — our ambition is to create something even more beautiful & loved!

Responsibilities

• Own design from 0→1: Define our product’s look, feel, and interaction pattern
• Work closely with the Founder to turn ideas into intuitive, polished experiences
• Establish a design system that scales as we grow
• An ability to think strategically about design decisions, balancing speed and craft

Who You Are

• 3+ years as a Product Designer
• Strong portfolio with a focus on craft, attention to detail, and clear design thinking
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-commitment environment and is excited to work onsite 5-6 days a week

Bonus

• Prior startup experience in startups, either as early stage designer or founder
• Interest in AI tooling to scale design impact

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design

Industries

Financial Services and Marketing Services