ProducePay is transforming the global produce industry into a more connected and sustainable movement. We give farmers unprecedented access to the market, financial solutions, and trade protection they need. Buyers and consumers receive fresher produce more efficiently, knowing it is grown and delivered in responsible ways. This simplified and empowering approach is helping to eliminate over 50% of economic and food waste, and create value for everyone involved.

We are seeking a Senior Manager of Product Design who will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our products by leading a talented design team, mentoring designers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional user experiences.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Manager of Product Design you will lead, mentor, and inspire a talented team of designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where creativity thrives. Your mission will be to guide your team in solving complex user challenges and creating intuitive, elegant experiences that simplify data and workflows. By deeply understanding our customers' needs, you will ensure the delivery of design solutions that not only solve real user problems but also deliver meaningful value. In this role, you will balance leading the design team with cross-functional collaboration, ensuring that our products align with user needs and support the company's objectives. Your leadership will drive a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and user-centered design excellence.

Responsibilities:

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of product designers, helping them grow professionally and achieve their full potential
Own and guide the end-to-end design process across multiple projects, from research and concept development to execution, testing, and iteration
Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, sales, marketing, and other internal teams to create compelling, user-centric solutions
Create and refine complex data visualizations that adhere to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), making information intuitive and accessible to users
Design visual interfaces, wireframes, user flows, and prototypes to effectively communicate and test ideas with stakeholders
Push the boundaries of product design and data visualization, ensuring our products not only meet but exceed user expectations
Engage with ProducePay customers to gather feedback and conduct usability testing, ensuring designs are validated and aligned with user needs
Facilitate and participate in key design meetings, including brainstorming sessions, weekly updates, and quarterly planning
Develop and maintain design systems, ensuring consistency and scalability across all product interfaces
Advocate for a user-first approach and foster a design culture that values innovation, collaboration, and high-quality output

Requirements

8+ years of hands-on product design experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role, including team management, mentoring, and design team development
Strong design foundation with the ability to execute all phases of the design process, including research, UX, UI, concept testing, and iteration
Proven experience designing large-scale, complex data visualizations and making them accessible according to WCAG standards
Demonstrated ability to think holistically about complex systems and create cohesive, compelling user experiences
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working closely with Agile development teams
A polished portfolio showcasing your design expertise and ability to solve complex problems
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making
Experience with design tools like Figma, Sketch, and prototyping tools
Experience with AgTech or FinTech is a big plus
Bachelor's degree in HCI, Graphic Design, or a related field (preferred)

Who you are:

A collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about solving large, complex, and ambiguous problems
You take ownership of challenges and work cross-functionally to drive solutions from concept to completion
You are passionate about design, technology, and making an impact with your work, and you value collaboration with a team that shares that passion

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Work From Home
Free Food & Snacks
Wellness Resources
Stock Option Plan

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