Job Description
A rapidly growing legal technology company focused on transforming how in-house legal teams operate is looking for a Founding Product Designer to help define the future of AI-powered legal software. This company is on a mission to elevate legal departments from support functions into strategic business partners by building platforms that unify legal data, streamline workflows, and help legal teams move at the speed of AI. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth innovators alike, the company is building category-defining products and is seeking its first design leader to help shape the experience from the ground up.
In this role, you will own the end-to-end product design process and play a critical part in taking products from zero to one. You will work directly with customers, engineers, and company leadership to design intuitive experiences for complex legal workflows while helping define the design culture, systems, and standards for the organization. This position is ideal for someone who combines exceptional design craft with strong technical aptitude and enjoys operating in highly collaborative startup environments where speed, ownership, and execution matter.
This is a full-time opportunity requiring 3-4 days per week onsite in Midtown Manhattan near the Empire State Building. They offer a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive benefits, generous time off, and significant opportunities for growth. This is a rare opportunity to become a foundational member of an ambitious startup, work directly alongside leadership, and leave a lasting impact on both the product and company as it scales.
Required Skills & Experience
4+ years of product design experience within startup or growth-stage environments
Experience designing B2B SaaS products and complex workflow-driven applications
Experience designing AI-native products or AI-powered user experiences
Strong end-to-end product design experience from concept through launch
Experience creating wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and production-ready designs
Prior engineering, software development, or highly technical background
Strong portfolio demonstrating ownership of complex product experiences
Experience partnering closely with engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience as a founder, startup operator, or early-stage employee
Strong understanding of technical architecture and software development processes
Experience building or evolving design systems from the ground up
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Ability to work directly with customers and rapidly incorporate feedback into product decisions
High attention to detail and commitment to product quality
Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and urgency
What You Will Be Doing
Daily Responsibilities
Own the end-to-end product design process from concept through implementation and launch
Design intuitive user experiences for complex legal and AI-driven workflows
Collaborate directly with engineers to build and iterate on core platform features
Conduct customer conversations and incorporate feedback into ongoing product development
Create wireframes, prototypes, interaction models, and high-fidelity product designs
Help bridge the gap between design and engineering through technical collaboration
Establish foundational design systems, processes, and best practices
Partner with leadership to influence product strategy and roadmap decisions
Contribute to building a high-performing product and design culture as the company scales
The Offer
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical Insurance
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
401(k)
Flexible PTO (20+ Days)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Annual Learning & Development Stipend
Technology Stipend
Unlimited AI Tooling Budget
Daily Lunch Provided for In-Office Employees
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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- Dice Id: 10105282
- Position Id: 879210
- Posted 30+ days ago
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