Director of Design, Crypto

Reposted 16 Days Ago
3 Locations
In-Office
255K-300K Annually
Senior level
Fintech • Cryptocurrency
Robinhood's mission is to democratize finance for all.
The Role
Lead the crypto product design team, driving user-centered experiences and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to define the design vision.
Summary Generated by Built In
Join us in building the future of finance.

Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.

About the team + role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.

Crypto is one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving areas at Robinhood, playing a critical role in our long-term strategy. We're seeking a Director of Design to lead design across this space, driving high-impact work that defines the future of crypto at Robinhood. This is a senior leadership role with broad influence across product, strategy, and execution. You'll partner with cross-functional leaders to shape the vision, elevate design craft, and scale a high-performing team.

This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA, Bellevue, WA, or New York, NY office(s), with in-person attendance expected at least 4 days per week.

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.

What you’ll do
  • Lead, scale, and structure the crypto product design team, spanning both product and content design
  • Drive a high bar for design craft and user experience across all crypto initiatives
  • Partner closely with senior cross-functional stakeholders to shape strategy and execution
  • Define and communicate a clear design vision that aligns with broader company goals
  • Stay closely connected to the day-to-day of design execution while empowering the team to thrive
  • Attract, retain, and grow world-class design talent
What you bring
  • Deep expertise in crypto and a clear perspective on how design can shape innovative, user-centered product experiences in this space
  • Proven success in leading design at the Director level or equivalent in high-growth, product-led organizations
  • Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence and partner at the executive level
  • A thoughtful and assertive leadership style—comfortable challenging opinions while championing the team
  • Relentless attention to detail and a passion for exceptional design craft
  • Experience growing and managing multidisciplinary design teams
Leadership expectations 

Our ambitious roadmap requires a great culture shaped by exceptional leaders. Here’s what we expect from them:

  • Drive high performance by setting clear, focused goals, giving real-time feedback, stretching top talent, and scaling impact through focus, innovation, and tech.
  • Hire and retain top talent by setting a high bar, hiring only those who raise it, investing in onboarding, and addressing talent issues quickly and fairly.
  • Create community by connecting work to purpose, removing friction while prioritizing safety, building trust and inclusion, and leading from the front with integrity.
What we offer
  • Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
  • Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
  • Best in class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
  • Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more
  • Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
  • Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
  • Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.

In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.

Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.

Base Pay Range:

Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)
$255,000$300,000 USD
Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)
$224,000$264,000 USD
Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL)
$199,000$234,000 USD

Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity.

If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.

Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.

Top Skills

Crypto
Design
User Experience
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The Company
HQ: Menlo Park, CA
3,464 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

Robinhood was founded on a simple idea—that our financial markets should be accessible to all. In an industry where barriers have prevailed for too long, this hasn’t always been easy. We’re leveling the playing field by making trading more intuitive, more affordable, and more inclusive to ensure that everyone, regardless of wealth or industry knowledge, feels empowered to participate in the financial system.

Full Disclosures: rbnhd.co/social_media_disclosures

Why Work With Us

Robinhood looks to hire employees who embody a high-growth mindset, set ambitious goals, make decisions independently, and who show up as accountable. The work moves fast, and resilience is key. Maintaining grit, perseverance, and self-motivation are critical to an employee's success at Robinhood, but so is staying humble and sharing credit.

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