Job description
Job Title: Senior Product Designer
Department: Product Engineering and Innovation
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Lead Product Designer
Salary:$100,672-$110,000/year
About Illustrative Mathematics (IM)
IM is dedicated to creating a world where all learners know, use, and enjoy mathematics. As a problem-based curriculum developer, we foster equity and deep understanding in math education through high-quality materials and professional learning. Our collaborative and mission-driven environment supports innovative thinkers who are passionate about transforming math education.
Position Overview
The Senior Product Designer will own the end-to-end design process, creating intuitive, accessible, and functional experiences across our product ecosystem. Collaborating with product managers, engineers, and researchers, this role combines strategic thinking and attention to detail to solve complex problems. The Senior Product Designer will play a key role in shaping IM’s digital products and the UX team culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and prototype elegant solutions focused on improving students’ engagement with problem-based mathematics curriculum.
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team of engineers and product managers to develop feasible designs from concept to implementation.
- Lead the design strategy of feature initiatives, bringing knowledge of best practices and design patterns across edtech industries.
- Conduct user research like user interviews, usability tests, and surveys to understand user motivations and inform design approaches.
- Contribute to the global design system and define the visual styles and patterns that ensure a cohesive user experience.
- Document and maintain design specifications, including detailed annotations, interactive states, and accessibility considerations.
- Identify opportunities to improve the UX team’s processes and systems.
Qualifications & Skills
Required:
- At least 5 years working in UX and product design roles, which may also encompass related experience such as UI design, interaction design, user research, service design, and graphic design.
- Demonstrated experience with end-to-end product design and the ability to create approachable, intuitive interface design.
- Experience working with engineers and product managers in building and shipping applications or software.
- Proficiency in product design and prototyping tools like Figma.
- Experience working in a team-oriented, relationship-building, collaborative environment.
- Must reside in and be legally authorized to work in the USA.
Preferred:
- A strong understanding of software engineering workflows and principles is encouraged.
- Understanding of accessible design principles.
- Experience in the K-12 education space is a plus.
- Experience working in a remote environment is a plus.
- Strong computer skills with cloud-based systems, especially Google Workspace applications, Asana, Notion, Zoom, and Slack.
What We Value at IM
At IM, we are committed to:
- Workplace Culture: Creating an atmosphere where everyone is all represented and all voices are valued.
- Collaboration: Working together to solve complex problems and foster innovation.
- Continuous Learning: Encouraging personal and professional growth.
- Impact-Driven Work: Making a difference in math education through meaningful contributions.
Why Join IM?
- Supportive and mission-driven team culture.
- Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
- Remote work environment with flexible scheduling.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible PTO.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
How to Apply
To apply, submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you’re interested in this role at IM.
Illustrative Mathematics is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate identity representation and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Please complete all areas that are indicated as required (*) on the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Illustrative Mathematics is an independent 501©(3) nonprofit organization and does not discriminate against any applicant, candidate, or staff member on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired for employee roles will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
