Lead Product Designer
Quick answer
Karya is hiring a Lead Product Designer (remote/hybrid) to shape AI-enabled digital platforms for underserved communities.
- Role
- Lead Product Designer
- Organization
- Karya
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Design & Creative
The role
Karya is seeking a Lead Product Designer to create inclusive, accessible digital experiences for underserved communities within the AI economy. This leadership role involves managing a design team, conducting field research, and building mobile-first products tailored for low-resource and low-literacy environments. You will collaborate across product, engineering, and operations to ensure technology drives social equity and economic opportunity.
What you'll do
- Design intuitive product experiences for low-bandwidth, low-literacy, and multilingual environments.
- Manage and mentor a team of designers across UI, UX, and research functions.
- Lead user research and field visits to translate community insights into product decisions.
- Develop scalable design systems and processes while overseeing end-to-end product execution.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations to integrate AI-assisted design workflows.
What it takes
- 5-7 years of experience in product design with prior leadership experience.
- Strong portfolio showcasing mobile and web application design.
- Deep understanding of UX principles and interaction design.
- Proven track record of conducting user research and usability testing.
- Ability to work in ambiguous environments and translate complex problems into simple solutions.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Flexible leave and vacation policy, insurance as per industry standards, access to leaders in technology and social impact, and the opportunity for remote or hybrid work.
Frequently asked questions
What is the work schedule for this role?
Karya offers flexible remote or hybrid work options for this position.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates should have 5-7 years of product design experience, a strong portfolio, and demonstrated leadership skills in UX, UI, and user research.
Is there a specific deadline to apply?
There is no specific application deadline mentioned in the job description.
How to apply
Apply directly on Karya's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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