Senior Product Designer (Temp-to-Hire)

Senior Product Designer (Temp-to-Hire) LocationPasadena, CAEmployment TypeTemporaryLocation TypeHybridDepartmentDesignCompensation$120K – $155K • Offers EquityRole We’re looking for a Senior Product Designer to craft intuitive, trustworthy, and human-centered experiences for our AI-driven products. You’ll work closely with product, engineering, and our business teams to translate complex AI capabilities into clear, usable interfaces. This role is ideal for someone who’s comfortable wearing multiple hats (moving fluidly between research, strategy, interaction design, and high-fidelity UI) and who thrives in an evolving environment.*Please note this is a temporary-to-hire position.ResponsibilitiesDesign end-to-end product experiences—from discovery and concept exploration to polished UI and developer-ready specsTranslate AI model behaviors, system feedback, and data outputs into understandable, user-friendly interactionsBuild flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals that communicate complex ideas with simplicityCollaborate with product, engineering, marketing, and business team members to define requirements and ensure responsible, user-aligned designDocument patterns and contribute to the evolution of our design system for AI-specific components (e.g., chat interfaces, generative data visualizations)Run or support user research, usability testing, and iterative experimentation to validate and improve designsPartner closely with engineering to deliver high-quality implementations and refine interactions post-launchQualifications5+ years of experience in UX/UI, Product Design, or Interaction DesignA portfolio demonstrating end-to-end product work, systems design, dashboards, or AI/ML interfacesExperience with building Figma design systems and componentsFamiliar with AI-assisted design tools for prototyping and production, such as Claude Design, Figma Make, and CursorStrong understanding of UX principles, design thinking, and how to simplify complex informationHigh craft in visual/UI design—clean layouts, thoughtful typography, and an eye for detailAbility to navigate ambiguity and work autonomously while collaborating closely with cross-functional teamsPreferred QualificationsExperience building or contributing to design systemsFamiliarity with basic front-end concepts (HTML/CSS or React understanding is a plus)Familiarity with A/B testing, data-driven design, and other user research methodsMotion design or prototyping skills (After Effects, Figma, ProtoPie)Passionate about advocating for clarity, transparency, accessibility, and ethical design principles across AI surfacesWork EnvironmentLocation: This position is Hybrid. This role allows for a combination of remote and on-site work. The specific schedule will be determined in coordination with your manager.CompensationThe compensation for this position will be competitive and commensurate with experience. The estimated salary range for this role is 120,000 - 155,000 USD.What We OfferOpportunity to work at the forefront of AI technologyCollaborative and innovative work environmentCompetitive salary and benefits packageProfessional development and growth opportunitiesChance to make a significant impact on the company's successEqual Employment OpportunityProRata is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.California Specific NoticesAt-Will Employment: Employment at ProrataAI is at-will. This means that either the employee or the employer may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or prior notice.Salary Disclosure: In compliance with California law, salary information is provided to ensure transparency and fairness.California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): ProrataAI complies with the CCPA. Personal information collected during the recruitment process will be used for employment...