Director of Product Design

We’re looking for a Director of Product Design to lead and elevate our design for Polaris, our marketing AI platform that maximizes impact across audience, creative, media, and measurement. As the Director of Product Design, you’ll report to the Chief Product Officer and oversee a growing team of talented product designers, while also contributing hands-on to design projects. You will be a strategic leader who shapes the design vision, mentors your team, and collaborates closely with product, engineering, and data science to deliver world-class user experiences that drive measurable business impact.
At Wpromote, we believe that great work is only possible with great people. Our goal is to build a better, more inclusive work environment and support our people at every stage of their careers by prioritizing a strong work-life balance through our policies and benefits listed below. As a Best Place to Work according to both Ad Age and Glassdoor and Adweek’s Fastest Growing Digital Agency, we are moving fast to expand our teams and bring new experts into the fold to keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in marketing.
We offer:-Half-day Fridays year round-Unlimited PTO-Extended Holiday break (Winter)-Flexible schedules-Work from anywhere options*-100% paid parental leave-401(k) matching-Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet Insurance-Sponsored life insurance-Short Term Disability insurance  and additional voluntary insurance-Annual Class Pass Credits and more! The anticipated annual salary for this role will range from $146,000 - $200,000, based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, years and depth of experience, education and certifications, competitive benchmarks, scope of responsibility, market dynamics, geographic location, and the respective state’s salary threshold for exempt employees. At Wpromote, pay ranges are subject to change and are based on specific market medians for similar jobs according to third-party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary due to skills, experience, and available budget.  The total compensation package for this role will include benefits (listed above).
*This position may be performed remotely in most states within the US, with some exclusions**While this role offers the flexibility to work remotely, we have office hubs in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, where you can join in on learning and development opportunities, fun events, take advantage of a space to work, and collaborate in person!***This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship
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You Will Be

• Defining the design vision and strategy for Polaris to ensure a top-tier UX aligned with business goals
• Managing and mentoring two product designers, fostering growth, and delivering feedback
• Collaborating with product and engineering teams to align priorities and drive development
• Overseeing the design lifecycle, from research to final implementation
• Leading design reviews and promoting a culture of continuous improvement
• Advocating for user-centered design and positioning it as a strategic advantage
• Conducting and guiding user research to validate and improve design solutions
• Refining design systems for consistency and scalability
• Staying updated on industry trends and emerging technologiesUsing data to drive design decisions and measure their impact

You Must Have

• 6+ years of product design experience, including 1+ years in a leadership role, ideally in adtech SaaS or AI-driven products
• Expertise in design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe Suite) and user research methods
• Portfolio demonstrating impactful design work and leadership on complex projects
• Proven experience managing and mentoring design teams
• Strong skills in user-centered design, interaction, visual design, and design systems
• Collaborative experience with product, engineering, and data science teams
• Strategic problem solver, simplifying complex AI-driven features for diverse users
• Excellent communicator with the ability to influence and present design decisions

Nice to Have

• Experience in adtech/martech or AI SaaS environments
• Skilled in designing AI-driven platforms and presenting complex data insights
• Familiarity with marketing or analytics products and performance-driven design
• Understanding of front-end technologies for effective collaboration with engineering
• Proven ability to scale design teams and processes in agile, fast-paced settings

Wpromote is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability*, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Wpromote.
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