Lead Product Designer Job at Exec in San Francisco

Exec.com is a fast-growing, seed-stage startup backed by top VCs, pioneering a new category of AI-driven simulations. Our innovative platform allows users to practice and enhance their sales, support, and communication skills through immersive, voice-based scenarios. As a small, high-octane team, we're tackling the multi-billion dollar problem of effective training and communication with state-of-the-art AI technology. Our mission is to revolutionize how professionals learn, practice, and improve their skills in a safe, engaging, and highly effective environment.

Our team works on-site in San Francisco 4-5 days per week.

The Role

We're seeking a Lead Product Designer to join our founding team and shape the future of our AI-powered roleplay platform. As our first dedicated designer, you'll work directly with customers, engineers, and founders to create next-generation interfaces and experiences that make complex AI interactions feel natural and intuitive.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design process, from concept to implementation
• Collaborate closely with customers to understand their needs and pain points
• Work with engineers and founders to bring designs to life
• Create and maintain design systems and assets in Figma
• Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions
• Advocate for design best practices and user-centered thinking across the organization
• Contribute to product strategy and roadmap planning

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in product design, preferably in B2B SaaS
• Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional UI/UX design skills
• Interest in designing AI-powered interfaces and products
• Proficiency in Figma and other industry-standard design tools
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
• Self-starter mentality with a passion for solving complex problems
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Ideal Candidate

• Has experience as a solo designer or early design hire at a startup
• Demonstrates curiosity and creativity in approaching new challenges
• Shows passion for creating delightful user experiences
• Comfortable with rapid prototyping and iterative design processes
• Has a keen interest in AI, voice interfaces, and emerging technologies
• Experience with or enthusiasm for gamification and interactive learning platforms

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape a new product category in professional development and AI-driven learning
• Work directly with founders and have a significant impact on the company's direction
• Competitive salary and equity package
• Chance to solve challenging problems at the intersection of AI, voice interfaces, and instructional design
• Be part of a high-growth, well-funded startup with enormous potential

If you're ready to take on a multi-billion dollar problem and create the future of AI-powered roleplays for professional development, we want to hear from you!