Principal Product Designer, Mobile

Credit Genie is a mobile-first financial wellness platform designed to help individuals take control of their financial future. We leverage artificial intelligence to provide personalized insights and are building a financial ecosystem by offering tools and services that provide instant access to cash, and building credit. Our goal is to empower every customer to achieve long-term financial stability.

Founded in 2019 by Ed Harycki, former Swift Capital Founder (acquired by PayPal 2018). Backed by Khosla Ventures and led by industry pioneers from companies such as; PayPal, Square, and Cash App, we are well positioned to build the future of inclusive finance through cutting-edge technology and customer-centric solutions.

Overview

We are seeking a Lead Product Designer with deep expertise in mobile and in-app experiences to drive the next evolution of our consumer-facing fintech products. In this role, you will own the end-to-end design process, creating intuitive, high-performing mobile app experiences that simplify complex financial concepts. Your work will shape how millions of users interact with our platform, ensuring seamless, engaging, and highly functional experiences across iOS and Android.

What you’ll do

• Mobile-First Design Leadership – Own the entire design process for our mobile app, from user research to wireframing, prototyping, and UI/UX execution.

• In-App Experience Optimization – Develop user-friendly, interactive, and engaging in-app experiences that drive retention, engagement, and conversion.

• Simplifying Complexity – Work closely with product and engineering teams to transform intricate financial concepts into intuitive, digestible experiences within the mobile ecosystem.

• Mobile UI & Visual Aesthetic – Define and maintain a high-quality design system that aligns with mobile best practices while enhancing our brand identity.

• User-Centric Approach – Advocate for mobile app users, leveraging insights from user research, analytics, and testing to drive product decisions.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with product managers, engineers, brand designers and marketers to ensure mobile design solutions are scalable, feasible, and aligned with business goals.

• Mentorship – Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, fostering innovation and excellence in mobile design.

Requirements

• 7-10 years of professional experience in product design, with a strong focus on mobile and in-app experiences. Previous lead or senior design roles are strongly preferred.

• Mobile UX Expertise – Deep understanding of iOS and Android design patterns, mobile UI frameworks, and app usability best practices.

• Design Philosophy – Ability to simplify complex workflows into intuitive and frictionless mobile experiences.

• Tool Proficiency – Expertise in Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping tools.

• Portfolio – A strong portfolio showcasing mobile-first designs and successful consumer-facing in-app experiences.

• Collaboration & Communication – Exceptional ability to articulate design decisions, advocate for mobile-first principles, and work effectively across teams.

Nice to Have

• Fintech Background – Experience designing for financial services, lending, or banking apps is a plus.

• Have a proven track record designing products that captivate users and maintain long-term engagement.

Benefits and Perks

Our goal is to provide a comprehensive offering of benefits and perks that promote better financial, mental, and physical wellness.

We believe working alongside each other is the best way to build a great product and company culture. While the expectation is to spend most of our time in office, we want to allow flexibility to employees when needed. Our goal is to provide an office environment for everyone that is inclusive and fosters collaboration while allowing for deep focus and productivity. We understand that life happens and there are circumstances that require flexibility. We want to support everyone in those moments and allow employees to operate outside of the office when needed. We are committed to ensuring that everyone is able to balance both their personal and professional responsibilities.

Here are some highlights of our benefits and perks offerings, feel free to ask your recruiting partner for more details on our comprehensive offering for employees.

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents on your first day of employment. 

• 401(k) with a 2.5% match and immediate vesting 

• Meal program for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

• Monthly fitness reimbursement up to $100

• Life and accidental insurance

• Flexible PTO

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total compensation and rewards package at Credit Genie. You may also be eligible to participate in the bonus and equity programs. You will also have access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, short & long term disability insurance, life insurance, and flexible PTO along with many other benefits and perks.

Credit Genie is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer where we welcome and celebrate differences. We are committed to providing a workspace that is safe and inclusive, where everyone feels supported, connected, and inspired to do their best work. If you require any accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, please inform us of your needs when we contact you to schedule an interview.