Staff Product Designer

ABOUT US Playground is working to make excellent child care accessible to all. Playground has built best in class software to manage all aspects of running a child care business. Playground has raised millions of dollars in funding, has several Statewide contracts, and is working with thousands of schools across the country. Our founders were recently recognized by Forbes as 30 under 30, and our work has been recognized across the country. Playground is at an inflection point, growing at a quick pace. Playground is compromised of a team of owners who are not afraid to dive into large, complex projects. JOB DESCRIPTION As a Staff Product Designer at Playground, you will be responsible for crafting seamless user interfaces and delivering exceptional user experiences. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and iterate on products that meet the needs of our users and align with our company's vision. RESPONSIBILITIES - Design and prototype intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for our digital products. - Collaborate with product management and engineering to define and implement innovative solutions for product direction, visuals, and experience. - Conduct user research and evaluate user feedback to enhance the usability of our products. - Utilize Figma to create high-fidelity designs and prototypes. - Stay up-to-date with the latest UI/UX trends, techniques, and technologies. QUALIFICATIONS - 8+ years of experience in product design, with a focus on user interface and user experience. - Proficiency in Figma and other design tools. - Strong portfolio showcasing your design work. - Excellent visual design skills with sensitivity to user-system interaction. - Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively. - Up-to-date with the latest UI trends, techniques, and technologies. COMPENSATION: - The annual salary range for this position is $200,000 - $240,000, subject to standard withholding and applicable taxes - Job level and actual compensation will be decided on factors including, but not limited to, individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process (including skills and prior relevant experience, potential impact, and scope of role), market demands, and specific work location. The listed range is a guideline, and the range for this role may be modified. WHY JOIN PLAYGROUND: - Competitive salary + equity - 3 weeks of PTO - Health, vision, and dental benefits - $1200/year education stipend - Free lunch daily - New Macbook - Collaborative and supportive work culture with a high level of autonomy and room for growth - Help accelerate our mission to make excellent childcare accessible to all! How to Apply: If you're a hustler who's excited to join a mission-driven, early-stage company with ownership, craftsmanship, and empathy at the center of what we do, apply now. The Playground Team is fully in-office in Union Square, NYC. Please make sure you are open to a fully in-person role before applying. Check out: https://www.tryplayground.com/about to learn more about our journey and co-founders Dan, Josh, and Sasha.