Staff Product Designer

As a Staff Product Designer at Marqeta, your responsibilities include crafting embedded finance solutions, owning major product areas, leading design execution from start to finish, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align product strategies. You will also advocate for user needs while balancing business demands to create effective designs.

To be considered for the Staff Product Designer position at Marqeta, you should have at least 8 years of relevant design experience, a diverse portfolio showcasing engaging product and user experiences, deep expertise in Product/UX design, and strong leadership skills in executing design projects.

While experience in fintech is considered a nice-to-have, it is not strictly necessary to apply for the Staff Product Designer position at Marqeta. However, a strong understanding of payments or familiarity with customizable products can be beneficial in this role.

Compensation for the Staff Product Designer role at Marqeta is competitive and varies based on the working location. Salaries range from $149,100 to $220,000 depending on factors such as skills and experience. Additionally, Marqeta offers annual bonuses, equity options, and a range of benefits to support employee well-being and development.

The company culture at Marqeta is highly collaborative and supportive. As a Staff Product Designer, you will have opportunities to engage in team rituals that foster creativity and improvement, and you'll work in an environment that appreciates diverse perspectives and values team success over hierarchy.

When discussing your design process, emphasize the importance of user research, prototyping, and user testing. Highlight how you gather insights from users to create iterations that enhance usability and address their needs.

Be prepared to explain your method for evaluating project importance, considering factors like user impact and business goals. Discuss how you leverage collaboration with stakeholders to prioritize effectively.

Share a specific scenario that highlights your ability to gather user feedback and implement changes based on their needs. Be sure to articulate the positive outcomes resulting from your advocacy.

Talk about your approach to maintaining design quality, such as conducting regular design critiques, seeking feedback from peers, and staying updated with design trends to elevate the level of your work.

Mention specific design tools you are proficient in, such as Sketch, Figma, or Adobe Creative Suite. Highlight collaboration tools like Slack or Asana that help streamline your design process with teams.

Discuss your open-mindedness towards feedback and your experience using constructive criticism to refine your designs. Explain how you apply this feedback in future projects.

Illustrate your collaborative mindset by explaining how you facilitate communication between design, development, and product teams. Emphasize the importance of alignment for project success.

Share your methods for staying updated, such as attending workshops, following industry leaders on social media, or participating in design communities. This showcases your commitment to continuous growth.

Discuss specific mobile design projects you’ve worked on and how you addressed unique challenges, such as usability and accessibility, to create an engaging user experience on iOS or Android platforms.

Articulate your interest in Marqeta's mission and values, particularly how they align with your design philosophy. Express your excitement toward contributing to innovative finance solutions and impacting user experiences.