Director of Product Design
Hybrid
Full Time
#Product
#Product Design
#SaaS
#UI
#AI
#Design Strategy
We are on a mission to transform how the world creates content by making video production as simple as writing text. Born in an AI lab, Synthesia has grown into a global leader in AI video communications, trusted by major brands like Heineken, Zoom, and McDonald’s. With a 2.1 billion dollar valuation and over 330 million dollars in funding from top-tier investors, we are scaling rapidly and looking for an outcome-oriented leader to define the future of our product design.
Role at a glance
We are seeking a Director of Product Design to join our team on a full-time basis. This is a senior leadership role where you will shape the visual language and user experience of our generative AI platform. You will work in a hybrid capacity, with options to collaborate from our global hubs or work remotely within specific time zones.
Your impact
- Lead the overall design direction for our product, ensuring we maintain a cohesive, high-quality user experience that sets a new standard for enterprise software.
- Manage, mentor, and scale our design team by refining our internal processes, identifying tooling needs, and overseeing recruitment.
- Partner directly with our CPO and cross-functional leadership to define product strategy, influence the roadmap, and ensure design remains a core competitive advantage.
What you'll need
- Extensive experience leading high-performing product design teams within the SaaS or B2C space, with a proven track record of maintaining a high bar for craft.
- Demonstrated success in managing and coaching designers to help them reach their full potential.
- A strategic mindset that allows you to translate complex product goals into clear design values and actionable objectives.
- Strong communication skills in English, allowing you to articulate your vision and influence stakeholders across the organization.
- A sharp eye for detail and the ability to structure design workflows for a growing team.
Perks and compensation
We offer a comprehensive package designed to support your growth and well-being:
- Competitive base salary and equity compensation.
- Flexible hybrid work arrangements with the option to work from home.
- Regular company retreats and team social events.
- A dedicated work from home budget.
- The opportunity to work from anywhere for a set number of days each year.
- A generous referral scheme to help us grow our team.
Synthesia
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