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UI Product Designer

Proton.ai
Location
Cambridge, MA or EU Remote
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Product Management
Salary
$80k – $100k
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Craft that is demonstrably yours, with command of typography, layout, color, hierarchy, and iconography.
  • Real end-to-end delivery experience with shipped products and real ownership alongside PM and engineering.
  • Daily, hands-on use of AI tools like Claude Code or Cursor in your design practice.
  • A portfolio showcasing products or features taken from concept to launch where you set the visual language yourself.
  • Systems thinking to create consistent design across multiple screens.
  • Real agile experience with a focus on customer interaction.
Nice to have
  • Experience with complex B2B, enterprise, or ERP-adjacent software.
  • Familiarity with agentic products and their design patterns.
  • Experience in early-stage SaaS startups.
What the job really is

The UI Product Designer at Proton will be responsible for shaping the visual and functional aspects of the product, working closely with PMs and engineers while engaging directly with users to gather insights. The role emphasizes prototyping in code and developing a design system that enhances user experience in a complex distribution software environment. Designers will leverage AI tools in their workflow and have the autonomy to define the product's visual language across multiple applications.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary + company stock options.
  • Flexible schedule with high autonomy.
  • Unlimited PTO + 10 company-paid holidays.
  • 12 weeks fully paid parental leave (primary and secondary, including adoption and fostering).
  • Annual company-paid offsites.
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work flexibility for US-based candidates, only for EU.
  • The role requires hands-on coding and prototyping, which may not suit all designers.
  • Expectations for high user engagement and direct feedback may lead to a demanding work environment.
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