Lead Product Designer

Why Valence

Valence is a Series A (Insight Partners) B2B SaaS, and we've built the first-to-market generative AI leadership coach for large enterprises. Valence is changing how learning and development happens at the world's biggest companies; our mission is to help the world work better together.

We've been featured in the Harvard Business Review and are working with world-class companies like Coca-Cola, Nestlé, General Mills, ServiceNow, AstraZeneca, Experian, Bristol Myers Squibb, and more.

The Role

As a Lead Product Designer at Valence, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience and visual design of our AI-powered leadership coaching platform. You will work closely with our engineering, product, and client solutions teams to create intuitive, polished designs that drive the success of our enterprise clients, including Coca-Cola, Nestlé, and General Mills. Your work will directly impact how our users engage with our platform, from ideation through to execution, ensuring that our product continues to lead in the market.

• Lead the design strategy and execution for Valence's platform, ensuring that it is visually stunning, intuitive, and effective.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to create designs that align with our business goals and resonate with our users.
• Engage directly with clients to understand their needs and pain points, and translate these insights into powerful design solutions.
• Develop and maintain design systems that enable our teams to move quickly and consistently as we scale.
• Guide internal team and external vendors and contractors to set standards based on experience and best-in-class design.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Design, HCI, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in product design, preferably within an early, B2B rapidly growing Saas company as a founding/lead designer.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping tools.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in UX/UI design, including experience with complex, data-intensive applications.
• Experience working with engineering teams to implement designs, with a strong understanding of the technical aspects of product development.
• Ability to lead design projects from conception to execution, with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Ownership of design projects and strategic input from day one in our dynamic, learning-focused environment.
• Direct access to the executive team and a transparent culture that values your input on strategic decisions.
• Competitive salary and equity packages.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision) from day 1.
• Provision of tools and resources to ensure your success, including learning tools, hardware, and software.
• 401k options for US-based employees.
• Generous PTO, company-wide R&R shutdowns, and paid leave for parents.
• A WFH stipend, phone stipend, and support to work in a WeWork or other preferred workspace.

Location and Work Environment

This is a primarily remote, work-from-home role in PT or ET. Candidates must be comfortable balancing colleagues in global timezones, as needed. Candidates must have valid ID/passport and must not have any restrictions on their travel abilities due to work authorization or permits in the US.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and offer accommodations upon request throughout the hiring process. If you have any questions, please reach out to Allison Langille, Head of People, at jobs@valence.co.