Design Lead

Gradient is the AI operating system for financial services, partnering with institutions to create tailored AI solutions for their toughest business problems. We've developed the only AI-powered Finance Reasoning Platform that is used to power and scale infinite critical operations.

Combining decades of financial services experience with frontier technology, we're able to achieve things previously impossible.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Design Lead to join our dynamic team at Gradient. In this role, you will be responsible for both product design and marketing design, seamlessly integrating these elements into the customer journey. As the Design Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of our AI automation platform and ensuring a cohesive and engaging experience for our customers.

• Product Design:

  • Lead the design of intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for our AI automation platform

  • Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define design requirements and deliver high-quality design solutions that ensure a seamless and cohesive customer journey from initial touchpoints through product usage

  • Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that effectively communicate design concepts

  • Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and iterate on designs

  • Ensure consistency and adherence to design guidelines across all product features and updates. Develop and maintain design systems that support a unified experience across all customer interactions

• Marketing Design:

  • Develop compelling visual assets for marketing campaigns, including website graphics, social media content, email templates, and digital ads

  • Work closely with the marketing team to understand campaign objectives and deliver designs that drive engagement and conversions

  • Maintain and evolve the company’s visual identity, ensuring a cohesive brand presence across all marketing channels

  • Design and produce promotional materials such as brochures, presentations, and event collateral

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Graphic Design, Interaction Design, or a related field

• 5+ years of full-time experience in product design and marketing design, preferably in a consumer product background

• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects, including product interfaces and marketing materials

• Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, and InVision

• Experience with user research and usability testing methodologies

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment

• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and branding

• Ability to think strategically and execute with attention to detail

• We’re an ambitious team tackling a huge industry with over $100B in TAM

• Our founding and exec team consists of former leaders who have helped scale hypergrowth startups and led teams at Netflix, Google, and Meta

• We typically work in-person 2-3 days a week at our HQ in San Mateo, CA

• Medical, dental, vision plans covered at 90%

• 401k Employer Contribution (nonelective contribution of 3% of your compensation)

• Flexible time off - take time off when you need it!

• Two approved remote work weeks per year

• Catered lunches & snacks in-office

• Team socials & outings throughout the year

• 12 weeks of paid parental leave

In consideration of market analysis and relevant factors, the salary range for this position is set between $160,000 and $220,000. However, adjustments outside of this range may be considered for candidates whose qualifications significantly differ from those outlined in the job description. Additionally, this role is eligible to participate in our equity plan and benefits program.

Gradient is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.