Lead Product Designer
UpworkFull Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates should possess 10+ years of experience designing digital products, preferably in B2B or fintech, with a proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and influence product direction. Deep expertise in UX/CX and interaction design, strong visual design sensibility, and systems thinking are essential, along with AI fluency and familiarity with front-end frameworks and design system integration. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and navigate ambiguity.
The Principal Product Designer will lead the design of end-to-end product experiences, focusing on complex areas and partnering with cross-functional teams to understand client needs and business goals. Responsibilities include developing user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity designs, leveraging AI tools for innovation, conducting user research, defining and evolving the design system, presenting design strategy to stakeholders, and mentoring other designers. The role also involves improving design processes and ensuring high-quality design involvement throughout the product development lifecycle.
Flexible payments platform for diverse transactions
PayNearMe provides a payments platform that allows customers to pay in various ways, including cards, ACH transactions, cash, and mobile payment methods like PayPal and Venmo. The platform is designed to enhance the payment experience for both customers and businesses, making it easy for clients such as consumer lenders and online gaming companies to collect payments. PayNearMe stands out by offering a secure cash payment service at over 60,000 retail locations, which simplifies the payment process for users who prefer cash. Additionally, the platform utilizes artificial intelligence to personalize customer experiences and improve bill pay. The company's goal is to create a seamless and user-friendly payment experience while generating revenue through fees charged to businesses for processing payments.