Design Director, Product Design

6 hours, 51 minutes ago
Full-time
Lead
Product Management
Instrument

Instrument

Instrument is a multidisciplinary creative agency that specializes in design and technology, helping brands unlock their full potential by building scalable brand systems and products that leverage emerging behaviors and technologies.

Media
251-1K
Founded 2005

Description

  • Lead the design of complex digital products, platforms, and experiences from concept through execution.
  • Partner with clients and cross-functional teams to define opportunities, shape solutions, and drive alignment.
  • Guide teams through ambiguity by translating complex challenges into clear, thoughtful experiences.
  • Set and maintain a high standard for craft across visual design, interaction design, systems thinking, and user experience.
  • Facilitate workshops, presentations, critiques, and working sessions with clients and internal teams.
  • Mentor designers through feedback, creative direction, and collaborative problem-solving.
  • Balance strategic vision with practical execution so ideas can be delivered successfully.
  • Lead multiple projects and workstreams while supporting team health, quality, and delivery.
  • Champion collaboration across design, strategy, production, and technology disciplines.
  • Explore emerging technologies and help teams identify new opportunities and ways of working.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience leading the design of complex digital products, platforms, services, or interactive experiences.
  • Strong product design expertise with the ability to connect user needs, business goals, and technical realities.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and collaborating closely with strategy, technology, and production partners.
  • Systems-thinking mindset with experience navigating large-scale, interconnected experiences.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to lead multiple projects and priorities while maintaining a high standard of craft and execution.
  • Confidence working directly with clients, building trust, and guiding complex conversations.
  • Curiosity about emerging technologies, including AI, and enthusiasm for exploring how they can enhance products, experiences, and workflows.
  • A collaborative, humble approach to leadership and problem-solving.

Benefits

  • Expected pay range of $125,000-$158,000, with regional cost-of-living adjustments.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) with employer matching and immediate vesting.
  • Unlimited PTO plus company-wide closures and generous paid holidays.
  • Work-from-home and wellbeing monthly stipend.
  • HSA employer contribution.
  • Professional development stipend.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Flexible hybrid work environment.
  • Career management and leadership training.

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