We are Polaris AI, a remote-first company building tools used by thousands of teams worldwide. Our design team is growing and we need a Staff Design Lead to help us reach the next level. You will work alongside a senior team with high standards and a strong culture.
What You'll Do:
- Stay current with UX trends and accessibility best practices
- Conduct user research, interviews, and usability testing sessions
- Lead end-to-end design process from research to high-fidelity mockups
- Maintain and evolve the company design system and component library
- Translate complex user problems into elegant, simple solutions
- Present design work to stakeholders and incorporate feedback
What We're Looking For:
- Exceptional mentorship and organizational leadership skills
- History of influencing technical or product strategy at scale
- Recognized expertise that spans multiple teams or domains
- 8+ years of experience with increasing scope and impact
- Ability to work on ambiguous problems with limited direction
What We Offer:
- Parental leave and family-friendly policies
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (or stipend for international hires)
- Fully remote — work from anywhere in the world
- Annual learning and development budget ($1,500+)
- Competitive salary with equity or performance bonuses
To apply, send your resume and a short note about why you are excited about this role. We review every application and respond within 5 business days.