Senior Manager, Product Design at GlossGenius

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, SaaS, Beauty & WellnessIndustries

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in Product Design/UX/UI, with at least 2+ years in a people management role
  • Proven track record leading and scaling product design teams in fast-paced, high-growth environments
  • Strong portfolio that demonstrates impact at both the execution and strategic levels
  • Deep experience guiding the end-to-end product design process and enabling designers to do their best work
  • Proven experience leveraging AI tools to shape design strategy and deliver impactful AI-driven experiences
  • Familiarity with advanced prototyping tools (e.g. Figma, Principle, Framer, InVision, Sketch)
  • Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional partners and drive alignment on vision and priorities
  • Passion for empowering small business owners, with a high level of empathy and curiosity about their needs
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and setting clear direction for teams in complex product areas
  • Must be commutable to NYC headquarters and operate in a hybrid environment with 2 days per week in the office (Tuesdays & Thursdays)

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and grow a team of product designers working within Core, focused on empowering beauty and wellness businesses through seamless, reliable tools
  • Define and drive the design vision and strategy for Core in partnership with Product and Engineering leadership
  • Ensure high-quality execution across the end-to-end design process—from research and ideation to prototyping, testing, and delivery
  • Provide thoughtful, actionable feedback on design deliverables such as user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and final UI, and support designers in strengthening their craft
  • Raise the overall quality bar for design output while balancing customer needs, business goals, and technical constraints
  • Champion customer empathy through research initiatives and insights that inform product direction
  • Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning within the design team
  • Act as an advocate for design excellence across the company, influencing strategy and helping shape the future of the product
  • Deliver products that are recognized as the best in the industry by shaping and evolving core offerings such as scheduling, client and team management, and payments

Skills

Product Design
Design Leadership
Team Mentoring
Design Strategy
User Research
Ideation
Prototyping
Usability Testing
Design Delivery

GlossGenius

Business management solutions for beauty professionals

About GlossGenius

GlossGenius provides business management solutions specifically designed for beauty and wellness professionals, including salon owners, spa operators, and independent beauty experts. The platform offers tools for automated appointment scheduling, payment processing, client management, and marketing, which help streamline daily operations and improve client experiences. For example, clients can easily book appointments online, reducing the administrative workload for business owners. GlossGenius operates on a subscription model, allowing users to access its services for a monthly fee, while also offering a unique feature that provides loans to eligible businesses based on their sales and payment history. With over 70,000 salon and spa businesses served, GlossGenius aims to empower its users to enhance their income and achieve their business goals.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$102MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Fintech, Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Flexible Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Fertility Treatment Support
Generous, fully-paid parental leave policy
401(k) Retirement Plan
Professional Development Budget
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Dependent Care FSA
Home Office Stipend

Risks

Emerging startups with similar solutions could dilute GlossGenius's market share.
Economic downturns may challenge the subscription-based model, reducing spending by professionals.
Data privacy concerns may arise as more clients and businesses use the platform.

Differentiation

GlossGenius offers a comprehensive business management platform for beauty and wellness professionals.
The platform integrates appointment scheduling, payment processing, and marketing automation in one solution.
GlossGenius provides a unique capital feature, offering loans based on sales volume and payment history.

Upsides

Increased demand for contactless payment solutions boosts GlossGenius's seamless payment processing feature.
The rise of personalized marketing drives demand for GlossGenius's automated client interaction tools.
Hybrid work models increase the need for flexible scheduling, aligning with GlossGenius's offerings.

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