As the Founding Designer, you will spearhead the end-to-end user experience for a high-growth travel platform. You will translate complex user needs into elegant, design-forward UI/UX solutions, shaping the visual identity and product strategy from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to define the aesthetic of a category-defining travel application.
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San Francisco, USANot Disclosed
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Founding Designer at Design-forward travel tech startup
Are you a visionary designer looking to define the aesthetic of the modern travel experience? We are seeking a Founding Designer to lead UI/UX for a well-funded, design-forward startup in San Francisco. This is your chance to own the entire product identity, build a world-class design system from scratch, and work alongside a top-tier team to transform how people discover and book travel. If you excel at turning complex features into beautiful, intuitive interfaces, this foundational role offers unparalleled influence and growth potential.
Overview
Why this role stands out
Company
About the company
Design-forward travel tech startup
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Execute end-to-end UI/UX design for a premium travel application.
- Build and maintain a scalable design system that ensures visual consistency across platforms.
- Collaborate directly with founders to translate product vision into high-fidelity prototypes.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- Proven track record of designing high-quality, consumer-facing mobile or web applications.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in both visual design and interaction design.
- Ability to thrive in an early-stage startup environment with a bias for action and ownership.
What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Lead design for a product that prioritizes high-end aesthetics and user-centric travel experiences.
- Join as a foundational member of a well-funded team backed by top-tier VCs.
- Ownership over the entire design system and product roadmap in a rapid-growth environment.
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How Jack & Jill work together
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