Illustrative Mathematics
Senior Product Designer
🇺🇸 Remote - Oro Valley, AZ
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $101K - $110K
💻 Product Development
🗓️ May 31st, 2025
Figma
K-12
Edtech.com's Summary
Illustrative Mathematics is hiring a Senior Product Designer. This role involves overseeing the end-to-end design process, aimed at crafting intuitive and functional experiences across various products. The Senior Product Designer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and spearhead design strategies while contributing significantly to the company's digital products and UX team culture through strategic thinking and attention to detail.
Highlights
Highlights
- Design and prototype solutions for mathematics curriculum engagement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers and product managers.
- Lead design strategy and contribute to global design systems.
- Conduct user research to inform design approaches.
- Proficiency in using design tools such as Figma.
- Compensation between $100,672 and $110,000 per year.
- At least 5 years of experience in UX and product design.
- Experience in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
Senior Product Designer Full Description
Job Title: Senior Product Designer
Department: Product Engineering and Innovation
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Lead Product Designer
Department: Product Engineering and Innovation
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Lead Product Designer
Salary: $100,672-$110,000/year
About Illustrative Mathematics (IM)
IM is dedicated to creating a world where all learners know, use, and enjoy mathematics. As a problem-based curriculum developer, we foster equity and deep understanding in math education through high-quality materials and professional learning. Our collaborative and mission-driven environment supports innovative thinkers who are passionate about transforming math education.
Position Overview
The Senior Product Designer will own the end-to-end design process, creating intuitive, accessible, and functional experiences across our product ecosystem. Collaborating with product managers, engineers, and researchers, this role combines strategic thinking and attention to detail to solve complex problems. The Senior Product Designer will play a key role in shaping IM’s digital products and the UX team culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and prototype elegant solutions focused on improving students’ engagement with problem-based mathematics curriculum.
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team of engineers and product managers to develop feasible designs from concept to implementation.
- Lead the design strategy of feature initiatives, bringing knowledge of best practices and design patterns across edtech industries.
- Conduct user research like user interviews, usability tests, and surveys to understand user motivations and inform design approaches.
- Contribute to the global design system and define the visual styles and patterns that ensure a cohesive user experience.
- Document and maintain design specifications, including detailed annotations, interactive states, and accessibility considerations.
- Identify opportunities to improve the UX team’s processes and systems.
Qualifications & Skills
Required:
- At least 5 years working in UX and product design roles, which may also encompass related experience such as UI design, interaction design, user research, service design, and graphic design.
- Demonstrated experience with end-to-end product design and the ability to create approachable, intuitive interface design.
- Experience working with engineers and product managers in building and shipping applications or software.
- Proficiency in product design and prototyping tools like Figma.
- Experience working in a team-oriented, relationship-building, collaborative environment.
- Must reside in and be legally authorized to work in the USA.
Preferred:
- A strong understanding of software engineering workflows and principles is encouraged.
- Understanding of accessible design principles.
- Experience in the K-12 education space is a plus.
- Experience working in a remote environment is a plus.
- Strong computer skills with cloud-based systems, especially Google Workspace applications, Asana, Notion, Zoom, and Slack.
What We Value at IM
At IM, we are committed to:
- Workplace Culture: Creating an atmosphere where everyone is all represented and all voices are valued.
- Collaboration: Working together to solve complex problems and foster innovation.
- Continuous Learning: Encouraging personal and professional growth.
- Impact-Driven Work: Making a difference in math education through meaningful contributions.
Why Join IM?
- Supportive and mission-driven team culture.
- Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
- Remote work environment with flexible scheduling.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible PTO.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
How to Apply
To apply, submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you’re interested in this role at IM.
Illustrative Mathematics is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate identity representation and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
