Staff Designer (R3750) at Shield AI

California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Defense, Aerospace, AIIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's in design, HCI, or demonstrated work experience at a comparable level of expertise
7+ years of professional experience in product/UX design with a track record of shipped, user-facing products
A portfolio demonstrating exceptional interaction design
Expertise with modern design tools (Figma, ProtoPie, etc.) and workflows (design systems, component libraries)
Experience leading product initiatives end-to-end - from exploration to final implementation
Strong systems thinking and the ability to scale and improve design frameworks
Excellent communication skills, able to clearly present design rationale to non-design stakeholders

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end design for high-impact product areas, from strategy and concept to final implementation
Drive and uphold design quality through strong ideation, systems thinking, and refinement of shared design standards
Partner closely with Product, Engineering, and Customer Experience to define product direction and user needs
Facilitate design strategy workshops and collaboration to drive alignment and momentum
Influence cross-functional planning, roadmap prioritization, and long-term product vision through design shaping rituals
Advocate for the user experience in company-wide discussions; help shape how product success is defined
Lead design reviews to collect feedback from engineering, product and customer surrogates, and align features and capabilities

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Product DesignUX DesignUI DesignSystems ThinkingIdeationPrototypingInteraction DesignVisual DesignDesign SystemsUser Personas

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for the Staff Designer role?

The role requires a Bachelor's in design, HCI, or equivalent experience, plus 7+ years of professional experience in product/UX design with shipped user-facing products.

What skills and tools are essential for this position?

Candidates need a portfolio showing exceptional interaction design, expertise with modern design tools like Figma and ProtoPie, and experience with design systems and component libraries.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Staff Designer position?

A strong candidate will have 7+ years in product/UX design with shipped products, an exceptional interaction design portfolio, expertise in tools like Figma, and the ability to lead end-to-end design in complex technical environments.

Shield AI

Develops AI and autonomous systems for defense

About Shield AI

Shield AI specializes in creating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems specifically for the defense industry. The company develops AI-powered systems, including autonomous drones, that assist military operations, especially in environments where GPS and communication may not be available. This technology allows for safer and more efficient defense operations. Shield AI differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on advanced AI capabilities and securing significant contracts with government and military clients, such as the multi-billion dollar EWAAC contract. The company's goal is to enhance operational capabilities and safety in military contexts, ultimately aiming to protect lives through its innovative solutions.

San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$772.8MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

AI & Machine Learning, DefenseIndustries

501-1,000Employees