Sr. Product Designer (Contract-to-Hire)

Sleeper; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company that is redefining the way sports fans connect with friends through a dynamic digital platform. As a Product Designer, you will play a crucial role in crafting engaging experiences across multiple platforms, from concept to implementation. This position offers the unique opportunity to work within a passionate design team that values creativity, collaboration, and fun. You'll not only contribute to exciting projects but also have the chance to mentor others and shape the future of sports engagement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401k and health insurance

Unlimited PTO

Company-sponsored snacks

Fantasy leagues with real prizes

Bi-quarterly team outings

Annual company retreat

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of full-time Product Design experience required.
• Strong portfolio showcasing design passion and skills.

Responsibilities

• Design experiences across iOS, Android, Web, and Tablet platforms.
• Collaborate and provide mentorship to junior designers.

Skills

Product Design

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Design Systems Knowledge

Education

Degree in HCI or related field

Job description

Sleeper is building the leading platform to connect friends over sports. Our mission is to create a digital playground for sports fans and their friends to hang out – on Sleeper, you can check scores, play games, chat, send memes, and much more!

Our flagship product, fantasy football leagues, is used by over 8 million people internationally, and we’re constantly adding new games, social features, and functionality to our social sports platform.

Job Location (Remote): California, Washington, Oregon

About The Design And Research Team

• We are willing to pick up a new sport or try out computer games together, for the purpose of “research”

• We work hard and play hard – we’re passionate and meticulous about our craft, but we also set time aside to have fun together

• We can see design everywhere and every day – we do annual trips to design-workshop together

If You’re Drafted, You’ll…

• Design experiences across all of our platforms – iOS, Android, Web, Tablet

• Collaborate frequently with other designers in ideation sessions and provide feedback and mentorship to more junior designers

• Own all aspects of design execution and be able to innovate and improve upon existing standards and practices

• Create design solutions that utilize scalable systems, and contribute to the development of our design system

• Be part of a small but mighty design team pushing the boundaries of innovation!

We’re Scouting For Team Players Who Have…

• 3~5+ years of full-time Product Design experience

• A strong portfolio, deck, or sample work showcasing your passion and foundations in design

• Ability to own design process end-to-end from concept to implementation

• Ability to collaborate and partner strategically with Product, Engineering, and other partners to drive and influence product decisions

• Sharp attention to detail and mastery over your design craft – additionally be able to share your knowledge and help other designers level up in areas of your domain

• Expertise with or strong knowledge of design systems and related processes

Extra points if you…

• Have a degree in one of the following majors or related fields: HCI, web/media design, human-centered or UI/UX design

Benefits & Perks

This is a contract-to-hire position. Full-time employees have the following benefits:

• 401k and health insurance

• Unlimited PTO

• Regular virtual game-time with the team with company-sponsored snacks

• Company-sponsored fantasy leagues with real prizes

• Bi-quarterly team outings and annual company retreat

Sleeper believes in quality over quantity, and intentionally keeps our team small as a result. Our team includes designers, engineers, product experts, and finance & operation focused on one thing — connecting people over sports. We believe in fair and equitable pay. Certain locations in the United States require job postings to include a reasonable estimate of the base salary range and/or a general description of benefits and other compensation applicable to the role.

For this role in those locations, a reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for full-time conversion is between $110,000 to $160,000.

Please note that the compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The policy of Sleeper is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity. Sleeper is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities.

To learn more, visit us online at www.sleeper.com