Planet

Senior Product Designer

Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Construction Tech, Software as a Service (SaaS)Industries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Salary: Not specified
  • We’re looking for an exceptional Product Designer who thrives in an environment of smart, driven people who work hard using cutting-edge technologies. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years designing SaaS products. You’ll work closely with our product and engineering team to design and ship transformative product experiences, conduct user research, and create and execute on the company's roadmap. This role reports directly to the Head of Design. Prior experience in Construction Tech is a huge plus.

Responsibilities

  • Drive best in class product design to redefine the industry
  • Conduct user interviews and research to uncover insights to drive impactful product updates
  • Own end-to-end design efforts: take concepts and ideas and turn them into polished customer-facing product
  • Partner cross-functionally with Product and Engineering
  • Participate in product roadmap planning and team goal setting
  • Improve and implement a design process that focuses on high quality and efficiency
  • Contribute to improving our Design System

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience creating best-in-class product design for SaaS
  • A compelling portfolio showcasing the breadth of your experience and the metrics your projects affected
  • Ability to articulate the rationale behind design decisions
  • A proven track record as a designer who can own solving complex user problems
  • Leans on innovation and technological advances to design industry leading solutions
  • Can design within an iterative process while working with your product manager and engineering partners to achieve a vision
  • Ability to think about product as a system, driving different features to work holistically to achieve a goal
  • Takes pride in creating and maintaining excellent design standards, as well as championing design best practices
  • Excellent written, verbal, and storytelling skills
  • Excited about teaching, learning, and working collaboratively across teams
  • Strong point of view and likes to voice opinions, but is eager to change them based on data
  • Proven track record working on remote teams

Why Join Us

  • Impact: Be at the forefront of transforming a $12.1 trillion industry. Make a meaningful impact on how the world builds.
  • Culture: Join a smart, spirited team dedicated to innovation and excellence.
  • Growth: Opportunity for professional growth and career advancement in a fast-paced start-up environment.

About Us

Planera is a fast-growing software startup revolutionizing construction planning and scheduling. We are disrupting an industry that has seen little innovation in decades, and the opportunity for change – and upside – is big. Our culture is dynamic, smart, and spirited, and we are committed to solving critical problems for general contractors and project owners. Join us and help to grow a company that will change how the world is built.

Skills

User Research
Product Design
Design System
SaaS
Prototyping
Cross-functional Collaboration
Iterative Design
Problem Solving
Portfolio Presentation
Design Thinking
Communication Skills

Planet

High-resolution satellite imagery subscription service

About Planet

Planet captures high-resolution satellite images of the Earth using a fleet of small satellites called Doves. These satellites provide near-daily, detailed imagery across eight different bands, allowing clients to monitor environmental changes, manage resources, plan urban developments, and respond to disasters. The company operates on a subscription-based model, giving clients access to a vast library of images and data analytics tools. This approach ensures consistent revenue as clients require ongoing updates. Planet differentiates itself by offering customized solutions and educational resources through Planet School, helping users effectively utilize their platform. The goal of Planet is to be a leader in the geospatial intelligence market, providing valuable insights through frequent and detailed Earth observation.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$617.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, AerospaceIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Sabbatical Leave
Remote Work Options
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Home Office Stipend
Phone/Internet Stipend
Tuition Reimbursement
Equity
Commuter Benefits
Volunteering Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Antaris threatens market share.
Recent layoffs may impact operational efficiency and innovation.
Expansion of partnerships may stretch resources, reducing service quality.

Differentiation

Planet operates the largest fleet of Earth-imaging satellites globally.
Their subscription model ensures continuous revenue from diverse sectors.
Planet's AI-driven analytics enhance satellite imagery insights significantly.

Upsides

AI-driven analytics can expand into agriculture and urban planning sectors.
Partnerships with platforms like UP42 enhance data offerings and capabilities.
Smart city management using satellite data offers new revenue streams.

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