Lead Product Designer

Authorium is on a mission to redefine how agencies manage complex document-centric workflows by pioneering a unified platform that integrates all facets of key administrative functions, from Budgeting to Procurement to Contracting. Born from the need to streamline complex government operations, our platform consolidates disparate data locked in documents, email, and spreadsheets into a unified data layer that drives insights and visibility. We believe in the power of collaboration and data to transform how government operates. Come innovate with us and drive positive change!

Job Description:

As a Lead Product Designer at Authorium, you will be a strategic partner in shaping the future of our product offerings. You will play a crucial role in steering our product strategy and elevating the user experience to new heights. Your expertise in design will influence our product direction through innovative, user-centered solutions that resonate with our diverse user base.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Own and work independently on projects across multiple areas from idea to execution in partnership with the Head of Product and Sales team.
• Rapidly iterate in a fast-paced environment with a highly transparent working process that is inclusive of stakeholders and collaborators.
• Design and deliver detailed user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals.
• Elevate the quality of our app design by applying your excellent design sensibilities, and an insistence on polished execution and implementation
• Mentor and develop junior designers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Build alignment around design decisions through partnership with Product Managers, Engineers, and excellent storytelling / presentation skills.

Requirements

What makes you qualified for this role:

• You bring 5+ years of experience in UX/UI design, with a proven track record of leading design projects in a dynamic startup environment.
• You have case studies that demonstrate excellent design taste and craftsmanship as well as a range of design skills.
• You're driven to create excellent work that pushes the boundaries of our design, overcoming barriers through your cross functional partnerships.
• You bring a positive energy that inspires your fellow designers to pursue excellence and engage in collaborative exercises.
• You're able to tell a compelling story about your work that engages and persuades your audience.
• You're assertive and proactive about being included where you can make the most impact, acting as a thought partner in the product strategy.
• Comfort with ambiguity and adaptable to pivots in a fast paced environment.
• Strategic thinking that combines creativity with analytical data to drive design decisions and business results.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, capable of effectively articulating design decisions and collaborating with senior stakeholders.
• A high level of proficiency in Figma including auto-layout, working with component libraries and prototyping.
• Bonus Points for any of the following: Workshop facilitation, accessibility expertise, design systems expertise.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with service design and integrating products with holistic user services.
• Keen eye for emerging design trends and technologies, with an ability to implement these in practical and impactful ways.
• Experience in mentoring and building up a design team, with a focus on nurturing and developing design talent.
• Demonstrated capability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or a related field

Join Authorium and be a part of a team that values innovation, curiosity, and a deep understanding of user needs. Help advance our mission to make government work better with your design expertise and insights!

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary of $150-$200K per year, flexible PTO, and participation in a 401K Profit Share plan. We provide 100% coverage for employee benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance. Additionally, the role is fully remote, allowing for work-from-home flexibility, and includes a home office stipend to support your work environment.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity:

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. In accordance with California law, we do not ask for criminal history information on job applications and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our company values diversity and strives to ensure that our team reflects a variety of perspectives and experiences.