Staff Product Designer at Modal

New York, New York, United States

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$150,000 – $250,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AI, Cloud Computing, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Experience in product design teams that have shipped software
Strong portfolio showing skills in typography, interaction design, visual design, and product thinking
Experience working in fast-paced engineering environments
Clear communication skills to explain design decisions and gather feedback

Responsibilities

Design interfaces that make Modal the best serverless experience for developers
Work with engineering and go-to-market teams on product strategy and roadmapping
Help build our design team and processes as we scale beyond Series A
Create systems that balance technical depth with usability

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Product DesignUI DesignUX DesignDesign SystemsPrototypingProduct StrategyRoadmappingInterface DesignDashboard DesignMarketing Design

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Staff Product Designer position?

The salary range is $150K - $250K.

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

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills are required for this Staff Product Designer role?

Required skills include experience in product design teams that have shipped software, a strong portfolio showing skills in typography, interaction design, visual design, and product thinking, experience working in fast-paced engineering environments, and clear communication skills.

What is the company culture like at Modal?

Modal is a small, fast-growing team based in New York, Stockholm, and San Francisco, with members including creators of open-source projects, academic researchers, olympiad medalists, and experienced leaders; they emphasize high impact, growth opportunities, and building design culture as they scale.

What makes a strong candidate for this designer role?

A strong candidate has experience shipping software in product design teams, a portfolio demonstrating typography, interaction design, visual design, and product thinking, plus experience in fast-paced engineering environments and clear communication; nice-to-haves include technical background or developer tools experience.

Modal

Employee training and skill development platform

About Modal

Modal Learning focuses on improving employee performance through skill development for businesses. Their main product, the Modal Mastery Platform, uses active learning techniques, including live cohort sessions, labs, and one-on-one coaching, to help employees engage with the material effectively. Unlike competitors, Modal Learning offers a subscription model that provides structured eight-week training programs, aligning skill development with organizational goals. The company's goal is to empower employees and help organizations retain talent by providing clear career development paths.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$30.8MTotal Funding

EARLY_VCCompany Stage

Consulting, EducationIndustries

51-200Employees