[Remote] Director, Product Design

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Givebutter is a nonprofit fundraising and CRM platform that empowers changemakers to raise more and give better. They are seeking a Director of Product Design to lead a team of product designers, shape design culture, and define product design in an AI-native company. Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of product designers across multiple product pods, including direct ownership of hiring, performance, and career growth Partner with the VP of Design on design strategy, org design, and how the design function scales over time Create the conditions for designers to do their best work align stakeholders, manage cross-functional dependencies, and drive clarity into ambiguous projects Set and hold the craft bar across the platform — interaction patterns, visual execution, design system standards, and long-term product quality — keeping it consistent as the team and surface areas grow Help define how product design operates at Givebutter, establishing how the team designs with AI tools and for AI-driven product experiences Act as a strategic design partner to senior Product and Engineering leaders, shaping cross-functional decisions and aligning teams around shared outcomes Influence product strategy through deep insight into our users (fundraisers and donors), turning ambiguous cross-product problems into clear direction for the team Make high-stakes design decisions that balance craft, speed, and business impact, with a company-level ownership mindset Help evolve Givebutter's design culture as the team grows, establishing practices, norms, and rituals that scale Skills 8+ years of product design experience, with 3–5 years managing other designers Strong portfolio demonstrating design leadership across complex, multi-surface product environments with clear impact on users and business outcomes Proven ability to develop designers at different career stages and build team culture intentionally Deep craft sensibility. You can define what 'great' looks like across interaction design, visual design, and design systems, and hold that bar across a team Experience working closely with Product and Engineering leadership as a strategic partner, influencing roadmap and product direction through design Strong judgment on prioritization. You know when to go deep, when to delegate, and how to focus a team on the highest-impact work Excellent communication. You can tell a clear story to an exec audience and give a junior designer actionable feedback the same day Comfortable operating in a high-growth, ambiguous environment where priorities evolve and speed matters Genuine fluency with how AI is reshaping design, both the craft of designing AI-driven experiences and the way designers work day to day SaaS or B2B product experience required; nonprofit or social impact experience is a plus. Experience designing AI-native, automation, or agentic product experiences is a strong plus Benefits Remote Work Work remotely from one of our 10 hubs (Austin, Denver, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis, Seattle, and Nashville). Health InsuranceWe offer Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance covered 100% for employees as well as HSA and FSA accounts. Dependent Care Coverage We offer coverage for dependents, with 50% of Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums covered for all eligible dependents. Mental HealthGivebutter health insurance plans come with access to a TalkSpace membership. 401k We offer a 3% 401k match for all eligible employee's. Vacation and Holidays Givebutter offers a Flexible PTO policy with uncapped vacation days and company-recognized holidays. Wellness Week Givebutter closes for one week each summer to prioritize rest and recharge for the entire team. Parental LeaveWe offer 12 weeks of paid leave for all parents and comprehensive leave planning management through Aidora. Family Care Support Access a company-paid UrbanSitter membership plus care credits to book trusted, background-checked caregivers for childcare, senior care, pet care, and household support when you need it most. Home Office Stipend Upgrade your home office with company-sponsored expenses, including high-quality laptops, monitors, and modern technology. Coworking Stipend Enjoy a monthly stipend that gives you the freedom to work from coworking spaces or cafés whenever you need connection, community, or a change of scenery. Charitable GivingEmployees are encouraged to donate up to $50/month to any verified nonprofit they wish to support on Givebutter. Professional DevelopmentWe offer learning and development reimbursement opportunities. Company Overview Givebutter is a product-led company that develops an operating system for nonprofit fundraising. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https//givebutter.com.

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