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Degreed is hiring a Senior Product Designer. This role involves leading product design initiatives, collaborating with Product Management and Engineering, and mentoring junior designers. The Senior Product Designer will strategize on user experiences, drive impactful outcomes, and shape designs across the product lifecycle in a fast-paced environment.

Highlights

Lead cross-product initiatives and collaborate with key stakeholders.
7+ years of professional experience as a Product Designer required.
Proficiency in Figma and user-centered design principles essential.
Mentor junior designers and guide team development.
Plan and conduct user research and develop user flows.
Salary range: $155,000 - $175,000.
Strong problem-solving and strategic design skills needed.
Provide clear communication and design rationale to diverse teams.
Create complex prototypes and innovate with new techniques.

Senior Product Designer Full Description

Degreed is the upskilling platform that fuels growth and innovation through lifelong learning. We bring together everything you need to learn and advance—LMSs, courses, videos, articles, projects, and real-world skill insights—and match you with opportunities that align with your skills, role, and goals.

For businesses, Degreed helps build a culture of learning that attracts, develops, and retains top talent—driving both individual and company success.

We believe learning is the key to unlocking opportunities. Our mission is to discover, empower, and celebrate the next generation of global expertise.

Join us in shaping the future of learning and workforce development.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Designer to join our team as a key leader within our product group—balancing hands-on design execution with strategic collaboration alongside Product Management and Engineering. In this role, you’ll lead cross-product initiatives, partner with stakeholders across the organization, and mentor junior designers to help grow their craft and confidence.

You’ll have the opportunity to influence strategy, shape user experiences end-to-end, and drive high-impact outcomes in a collaborative, fast-moving environment. If you thrive on solving complex, ambiguous problems, love mentoring others, and are excited to lead design throughout the entire product development lifecycle—this could be your next big move.

Key Skills

7+ years of professional experience as a Product Designer in a similar role
Comprehensive understanding of user-centered design principles, with a focus on creating exceptional user experiences
Mastery designing in Figma, paired with an eagerness to stay updated on industry trends
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions to diverse stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to mentor other designers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team
Proven ability to translate product requirements into compelling design solutions, presenting multiple viable paths forward
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate issues and deliver pragmatic, effective solutions
Ability to work autonomously while aligning projects with company goals and collaborating with key stakeholders
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional, strategic product design in fast-paced environments, with a proactive, impact-driven approach to solving complex challenges
Deep expertise in evolving design systems and patterns, coupled with a strong passion for mentoring and fostering a collaborative, innovative design culture
Thrives in dynamic settings that balance autonomy and teamwork, driving high-quality outcomes through partnership and shared ownership

Key Responsibilities

Lead your product team in collaboration with the PM and Engineering Lead to drive strategic initiatives
Strategize with leaders across functions to identify and deliver impactful cross-product projects
Mentor other designers, providing guidance to elevate skills and maintain design excellence
Tackle complex and ambiguous projects, leading design through all stages of the product design process
Explore how projects integrate into existing and future customer workflows, balancing details with the bigger picture
Plan and conduct user research with minimal guidance, shaping objectives and co-leading synthesis of insights
Create complex prototypes, iterating based on feedback, and introduce new prototyping techniques to the team
Design user flows and interactions within constraints, leveraging a deep knowledge of our design system
Communicate design rationale clearly to leadership, clients, and the team, documenting decisions transparently
Proactively seek and provide feedback, contribute to critiques, and help build a strong design team culture

Compensation

We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
The total pay range for this role is $155,000 - $175,000.
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

Benefits

We take care of our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and success.

View the full details here: https://px.sequoia.com/globalcompanybenefits

At Degreed, We Value

🌍 Diversity & Inclusion – We celebrate diverse perspectives and backgrounds, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute.

📈 Growth Mindset – Learning is at the heart of what we do. We empower our employees to continuously develop their skills and grow their careers in alignment with their unique strengths and aspirations.

🤝 Collaboration – The best ideas come from working together. We cultivate a culture of open communication, teamwork, and shared success.

By joining Degreed, you’ll be part of a community that values learning, collaboration, and meaningful impact. If you’re passionate about driving change through upskilling and workforce transformation, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our mission.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Degreed offers flexible work arrangements tailored to each role. Some positions are fully remote, while others follow a hybrid model for employees near an office. Please check the job details for role-specific requirements.

For remote and hybrid roles, you’ll collaborate virtually using tools like Zoom and Slack. This role may require prolonged computer use and stationary work, with the ability to interpret written and verbal communication effectively.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and adaptable work environment that enables every team member to thrive and do their best work.

Additional Information

Degreed is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, career development, compensation, and training.

💡 Accessibility & Accommodations

We are dedicated to full inclusion and will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance, please let us know.

🔍 Fair Hiring Practices

In compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Degreed participates in the E-Verify employment verification program.

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