Product Designer, Consumer at Plaid

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

FinTech, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

2+ years of experience in creating and shipping quality digital products
Producing high-quality work from wireframes and user flows to pixel perfect prototypes with delightful interactions
Strong verbal and visual presentation skills, as well as an articulate point of view about design
Proven record of collaboration to support and influence the team’s direction, vision, and planning of deliverables
Ability to tie designs to business needs, goals, and metrics
Having a divergent exploratory process with the ability to communicate trade-offs

Responsibilities

Shipping delightful and easy-to-use experiences for consumers on mobile (including iOS or Android) and desktop
Closely collaborating with engineers and product managers, from planning through execution
Being a tireless advocate for the users and user-centered processes
Ability to develop insights into consumer behavior from both qualitative and quantitative information
Joining a team of experienced designers and contributing to our design culture through collaboration, presenting work, and sharing feedback

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Product DesignUX DesignVisual DesignInteraction DesignMobile DesigniOSAndroidDesktop DesignFigmaPrototyping

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for this Product Designer role?

The role requires 2+ years of experience in creating and shipping quality digital products.

Is this a remote position or does it require working from an office?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the main responsibilities of the Product Designer on the Link team?

Responsibilities include shipping delightful experiences for consumers on mobile and desktop, collaborating with engineers and product managers, advocating for users, producing high-quality work from wireframes to prototypes, developing consumer insights, and contributing to the design culture.

What is the Design team like at Plaid?

The Design team consists of product designers, brand designers, researchers, and content strategists who collaborate with cross-functional partners to create Plaid’s products and deliver an industry-leading bank linking experience.

What skills make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates have strong verbal and visual presentation skills, a proven record of collaboration, ability to tie designs to business needs and metrics, and a divergent exploratory process with clear communication of trade-offs.

Plaid

Connects financial accounts to apps securely

About Plaid

Plaid simplifies financial data management for individuals and businesses by connecting various financial accounts to apps and services. Its main product is a set of APIs that allow developers to integrate financial data into their applications, enabling users to track spending, initiate payments, and access financial services all in one place. Plaid serves a wide range of clients, including app developers and financial institutions, and is used by popular apps like LendingTree and Square. Unlike many competitors, Plaid focuses on providing a comprehensive and scalable platform that supports various financial use cases, such as transactions and identity verification. The company's goal is to enhance the way users interact with their financial data, making it easier and more secure.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$714.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

We've got you covered: From medical, life, and 401ks, we’re here to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

Everyone is an owner: We want everyone to feel ownership over their work - literally, which is why we offer equity to full-time Plaids.

Vacation your way: We want to make sure you have time to meet your personal needs with unlimited PTO and two weeks of synchronous, company-wide vacation.

Grow your skills: Every Plaid is in control of their career development with our learning stipends, tools, and trainings.

Risks

Increased competition from API-based banking solutions like FIS's Code Connect platform.

Potential legal challenges, such as PNC's lawsuit over trademark issues.

Demand for enhanced transparency and security in financial data sharing.

Differentiation

Plaid offers seamless financial data integration through robust APIs for diverse clients.

Plaid's Pay by Bank for Bill Pay provides a cost-effective recurring payment solution.

Plaid's strategic partnerships enhance its value proposition in payroll and payment sectors.

Upsides

Plaid's expansion into the Triangle area indicates growth and increased hiring potential.

Partnership with Dwolla enhances Plaid's presence in the secure payments sector.

Collaboration with Ansa expands market reach through pay-by-bank capabilities for merchants.

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