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Director, Product Design

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C3 AI (NYSE: AI), is the Enterprise AI application software company. C3 AI delivers a family of fully integrated products including the C3 Agentic AI Platform, an end-to-end platform for developing, deploying, and operating enterprise AI applications, C3 AI applications, a portfolio of industry-specific SaaS enterprise AI applications that enable the digital transformation of organizations globally, and C3 Generative AI, a suite of domain-specific generative AI offerings for the enterprise. Learn more at: C3 AI

We are seeking a Design Director to lead the design of our C3 AI applications. You will define and create a compelling user experience and product vision by working closely with C3 AI leadership, product and engineering teams.

You will work alongside other designers to understand customer issues, create innovative solutions, and deliver products that allow our customers to make fast and accurate business decisions. Your portfolio should demonstrate a strong sense of craft and an understanding of best practices and design principles.

Who You Are:

Detail Oriented: Your attention to craft is evident in your work, showcasing your sense of style, including visual and interaction design.
Team Player: We’re creating a culture of constant learning. You welcome feedback. You invest in building solid relationships and providing feedback to others. You make the people around you better.
Player Coach: As a hands-on design leader, you lead with empathy, innovative thinking and a “get it done” attitude.
Challenge the status quo: You love rules and know when to break them. You have a strong clear point of view and are conscious of technical capabilities while always pushing for more. You know when to create a compelling and product-defining moment that differentiates an experience.

Responsibilities:

You're involved at every stage of design work. You’ll help define early concepts, build out end-to-end workflows and execute well thought through designs.
Promote design insights and drive the adoption of design best practices across the organization.
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and design best practices – especially within Generative AI.

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a design related field.
At least 12 years of experience delivering compelling new experiences to market.
Proven track record of shipping successful products who can balance a strong product vision with practical decision-making. You have experience making tradeoffs between design goals and what’s technically feasibility.
Advanced understanding of design systems and UI/UX principles.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
A detail-oriented approach with a commitment to pixel perfection and holistic user experience.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience with design systems.
Experience working as part of a cross-functional team.
Proven experience with pixel-perfect execution of designs.
Up-to-date knowledge of accessibility best practices.
Ability to articulate complex concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future company sponsorship.

C3 AI provides excellent benefits, a competitive compensation package and generous equity plan.

California Base Pay Range

$226,000—$256,000 USD

C3 AI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristics, including disabled and veteran status.

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What You Should Know About Director, Product Design, C3 AI

Are you ready to take your design career to the next level? C3 AI, the leader in enterprise AI applications, is on the lookout for a talented Director of Product Design in Redwood City, California. In this role, you will unleash your creativity by leading the design of our innovative C3 AI applications. Collaborating closely with leadership, product, and engineering teams, you'll define an engaging user experience and create a cohesive product vision. Your design acumen will help tackle customer challenges, crafting solutions that empower organizations to make informed and swift business decisions. We're seeking someone with a keen eye for detail and a strong design portfolio that showcases best practices. As a team player and player-coach, you'll promote a culture of learning, offering and receiving feedback while elevating those around you. Your leadership should exhibit empathy and innovative thinking, with an attitude that says 'let's get it done.' You'll be hands-on throughout all design phases—concepting, workflow design, and ensuring impeccable execution. In this fast-paced environment, your ability to adapt to evolving trends and emerging technologies, particularly in Generative AI, will set you apart. We're looking for someone with a relevant degree and at least 12 years of experience delivering outstanding products. Join C3 AI, where you can make a meaningful impact and enjoy competitive benefits, including a generous equity plan. Let’s shape the future of AI together!

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Director of Product Design at C3 AI?

The Director of Product Design at C3 AI is responsible for leading the overall design strategy of our AI applications. Key responsibilities include defining engaging user experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams, promoting design best practices, and being involved in every stage of the design process. This includes concept development, building workflows, and ensuring successful design execution.