Staff Designer - Remote

Overview

As a Staff level designer at Handshake, you will help lead the design team to create impactful and user-friendly products for students and employers, contributing to the mission of democratizing access to job opportunities.

In Short

• Lead strategic design initiatives using data and research.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful products.
• Enhance team culture and design execution.
• Support product organization in experimentation and iteration.
• Inform creative direction and information architecture.

Requirements

• Experience designing and shipping user-friendly products.
• Ability to integrate data, research, and customer needs into design solutions.
• Strong skills in simplifying processes and products.
• Humble and eager to learn about marketplace dynamics.
• Bonus: Experience with multi-sided marketplaces and design systems.

Benefits

• Equity and ownership in a fast-growing company.
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• $500 home office stipend.
• Generous learning and development opportunities.
• Monthly internet stipend and a new MacBook.
• Free lunch provided twice a week.
• 401k match for US-based employees.
• Flexible time off policy.
• Regular team offsites and travel opportunities.