HockeyStack is looking for a Founding Product Designer to shape the core user experience of our platform. You will own the design process from problem definition to polished execution, working side-by-side with product and engineering to turn abstract ideas into seamless, intuitive user flows in a fast-paced, early-stage environment.
What You'll Do
- Own the user experience from problem definition to polished design, collaborating closely with product managers to understand user pain points and define the right solutions.
- Design both UX and UI for new features and improvements, ensuring clarity, consistency, and delight in every interaction.
- Prototype and test rapidly, validating ideas and iterating quickly based on feedback and technical constraints.
- Document and communicate design decisions clearly to engineering so they can build exactly what’s envisioned.
- Define and maintain our design system, ensuring visual and behavioral consistency across the product.
- Think in systems, connecting individual features into a cohesive, intuitive whole.
What We're Looking For
- An ownership-first mindset—you take initiative, move fast, and figure things out.
- You thrive in early-stage, high-urgency environments where speed and impact matter.
- You are fully committed to working in-person 5 days/week at our San Francisco HQ.
- You are curious, self-aware, and feedback-driven—you bring energy, not ego.
- You see this role as a defining chapter—not a stepping stone or side quest.
- A first-principles thinker who can break down complex workflows into elegant, usable experiences.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills—you can navigate ambiguity and create clarity.
- Strong UX skills: designing flows that are simple, intuitive, and user-friendly.
- Strong UI and visual design skills: detail-oriented, consistent, and visually polished.
- Proficiency in prototyping tools—Figma is a must.
- Clear, precise communication, especially with engineering teams.
- Comfortable working quickly and iteratively in a scrappy startup environment.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with user research methods.
- Experience designing for desktop or data-heavy interfaces.
Technical Stack
- Figma
Team & Environment
You will work side-by-side with product and engineering in a dynamic, collaborative structure.
Benefits & Compensation
- Base pay: $150,000–$200,000 USD annually.
Work Mode
This is an onsite role located in San Francisco.
HockeyStack is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
