Role overview
We're seeking a Senior Product Designer to own Align's design system and user experience. You'll design intuitive interfaces for our task synchronization platform, create seamless workflows for engineering teams, and elevate how fast-moving companies manage cross-tool alignment. This role combines strategic design leadership with hands-on crafting of components that drive user adoption and retention.
Responsibilities
Lead design system evolution and component library maintenance
Design core user flows for task creation, sync monitoring, and team collaboration
Collaborate with engineering on complex data visualization and real-time interfaces
Conduct user research and usability testing with PM teams and customers
Create high-fidelity prototypes and interactive demos for stakeholder alignment
Document design decisions, patterns, and guidelines for team consistency
Work with product managers to translate requirements into exceptional experiences
Champion design thinking and user-centric approach across engineering teams
Required qualifications
5+ years of product design experience in SaaS or productivity tools
Expert proficiency in Figma, Framer, or similar design/prototyping tools
Strong portfolio showcasing complex SaaS interfaces and design systems
Experience designing data-heavy dashboards and workflow applications
Proven collaboration with engineering on technical feasibility and implementation
Excellent communication skills for presenting to executives and cross-functional teams
Deep understanding of interaction design, accessibility, and design systems
Comfortable working in fast-paced startup environment with async communication
Bonus:
Experience designing developer tools, task managers, or integration platforms
Familiarity with real-time collaboration interfaces or sync-heavy applications
Background in motion design or micro-interactions for engaging experiences
Contribution to open-source design systems or component libraries
What we offer
Ownership of design system for fast-growing SaaS platform
Fully remote with design team syncs and company offsites
Generous budget for design tools, courses, and conference attendance
Equity in SaaS company transforming how teams stay aligned
Direct impact on product used by engineering and product leaders
Career growth into Design Lead or Head of Design roles
