Traba
Product Designer (Early in Career)
Traba, New York, New York, us, 10261
Backed by the world's best investors: Founders Fund, Khosla Ventures, and General Catalyst, Traba is on a mission to modernize the light industrial sector and global supply chain.
We are accepting portfolios for
product designers
who are earlier in their career. In this role, you will work alongside the best and brightest engineers and designers in Tech to help us transform the staffing industry.
Our product isn't an app; it's the labor we deploy into warehouses and manufacturing facilities throughout the USA (and eventually, the world). Beyond collaborating with software engineers, you'll work closely with field teams to design practical, on-the-ground solutions.
This role will report to our Head of Product; a seasoned exec who has spent the last 20 years building and designing many of the products you know, love and use today.
About You:
Impeccable CraftYour designs are detail-oriented, technically relevant, and you understand how nuanced interactions create intuitive interfacesSystems ArchitectYou'll co-author our design system, and build scalable design components with our engineersInventive Problem SolverWhether through software, hardware, or even creative hacks, you're resourceful in tackling diverse design challengesCollaborative by NatureYou thrive on working with teams and users to explore and solve various problemsAdaptable and HumbleYou excel in fast-paced settings, quickly structuring ambiguity and iterating without egoResponsibilities:
Rapidly prototype designs to facilitate team evaluation and alignmentDevelop and refine user experiences within our native and web applicationsDrive the development, governance and evolution of our design systemUnderstand, document, and visualize both business and worker needsConduct user research to validate concepts and usabilityActively share work with the team, gathering feedback for improvementQualifications:
Your portfolio is everything - we're looking for folks who love to designA history of solving complex UX and UI challengesProficiency in design tools, especially Figma, and familiarity with building design systemsStrong understanding of the software development process (coding experience is a plus)Demonstrated success in shipping impactful features and user experiencesComfortable in a startup environment with a broad scope of responsibilitiesStrong work ethic with an ambitious mindset to drive impactful changePositive, optimistic, and enjoyable to work withBenefits:Start-up equityCompetitive Salary100% Paid health, dental & vision coverageDinner Provided via Grubhub & stocked kitchen for NY employeesCommuter benefitTeam building eventsGympass BenefitFlexible PTO✚✚ Additional: One Medical Membership, Gympass, HSA via Optum, Talkspace, HealthAdvocate, Teledoc Health
Salary Range Details
The compensation range for this position is set between $120,000-$150,000, reflecting our market analysis and other relevant considerations. However, exceptions may be made for candidates with qualifications that significantly differ from those outlined in the job description.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Traba is dedicated to promoting Equal Opportunity employment practices. We evaluate all applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristics that are legally protected by local, state, or federal regulations. We encourage applicants from a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets.
What is light industrial labor?
15% of the world's workforce is engaged in the light industrial sector. These workers are involved in the production, assembly, and quality control of consumer goods and components. Their tasks often include operating machinery, assembling products, inspecting goods for defects, and packaging finished items. This work typically occurs in factories or manufacturing facilities and involves less heavy machinery and raw materials compared to heavy industry. The focus is on producing goods efficiently and maintaining high standards of quality.
Our Core Values:
Dream BigWe are on a path to change the world for the better. We create and communicate a bold direction that inspires a life-changing vision. We don't sacrifice long-term value for short-term results.Customer ObsessionWe go the extra mile for our workers and businesses. We remain focused on delivering high-quality products and services that solve this massive and overlooked industries' problems.Growth MindsetWe confront the toughest challenges head-on and persevere. Sometimes we fail, but we brush ourselves off, adapt, learn, and push forward with resilience.
Olympian's Work EthicChanging the world never comes easy. We work harder, longer, and smarter, not just two out of three. We put everything we have on the field.
We are accepting portfolios for
product designers
who are earlier in their career. In this role, you will work alongside the best and brightest engineers and designers in Tech to help us transform the staffing industry.
Our product isn't an app; it's the labor we deploy into warehouses and manufacturing facilities throughout the USA (and eventually, the world). Beyond collaborating with software engineers, you'll work closely with field teams to design practical, on-the-ground solutions.
This role will report to our Head of Product; a seasoned exec who has spent the last 20 years building and designing many of the products you know, love and use today.
About You:
Impeccable CraftYour designs are detail-oriented, technically relevant, and you understand how nuanced interactions create intuitive interfacesSystems ArchitectYou'll co-author our design system, and build scalable design components with our engineersInventive Problem SolverWhether through software, hardware, or even creative hacks, you're resourceful in tackling diverse design challengesCollaborative by NatureYou thrive on working with teams and users to explore and solve various problemsAdaptable and HumbleYou excel in fast-paced settings, quickly structuring ambiguity and iterating without egoResponsibilities:
Rapidly prototype designs to facilitate team evaluation and alignmentDevelop and refine user experiences within our native and web applicationsDrive the development, governance and evolution of our design systemUnderstand, document, and visualize both business and worker needsConduct user research to validate concepts and usabilityActively share work with the team, gathering feedback for improvementQualifications:
Your portfolio is everything - we're looking for folks who love to designA history of solving complex UX and UI challengesProficiency in design tools, especially Figma, and familiarity with building design systemsStrong understanding of the software development process (coding experience is a plus)Demonstrated success in shipping impactful features and user experiencesComfortable in a startup environment with a broad scope of responsibilitiesStrong work ethic with an ambitious mindset to drive impactful changePositive, optimistic, and enjoyable to work withBenefits:Start-up equityCompetitive Salary100% Paid health, dental & vision coverageDinner Provided via Grubhub & stocked kitchen for NY employeesCommuter benefitTeam building eventsGympass BenefitFlexible PTO✚✚ Additional: One Medical Membership, Gympass, HSA via Optum, Talkspace, HealthAdvocate, Teledoc Health
Salary Range Details
The compensation range for this position is set between $120,000-$150,000, reflecting our market analysis and other relevant considerations. However, exceptions may be made for candidates with qualifications that significantly differ from those outlined in the job description.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Traba is dedicated to promoting Equal Opportunity employment practices. We evaluate all applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristics that are legally protected by local, state, or federal regulations. We encourage applicants from a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets.
What is light industrial labor?
15% of the world's workforce is engaged in the light industrial sector. These workers are involved in the production, assembly, and quality control of consumer goods and components. Their tasks often include operating machinery, assembling products, inspecting goods for defects, and packaging finished items. This work typically occurs in factories or manufacturing facilities and involves less heavy machinery and raw materials compared to heavy industry. The focus is on producing goods efficiently and maintaining high standards of quality.
Our Core Values:
Dream BigWe are on a path to change the world for the better. We create and communicate a bold direction that inspires a life-changing vision. We don't sacrifice long-term value for short-term results.Customer ObsessionWe go the extra mile for our workers and businesses. We remain focused on delivering high-quality products and services that solve this massive and overlooked industries' problems.Growth MindsetWe confront the toughest challenges head-on and persevere. Sometimes we fail, but we brush ourselves off, adapt, learn, and push forward with resilience.
Olympian's Work EthicChanging the world never comes easy. We work harder, longer, and smarter, not just two out of three. We put everything we have on the field.