Senior Product Designer (Temp-to-Hire)

Role 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. Responsibilities Design end-to-end product experiences—from discovery and concept exploration to polished UI and developer-ready specs Translate AI model behaviors, system feedback, and data outputs into understandable, user-friendly interactions Build flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals that communicate complex ideas with simplicity Collaborate with product, engineering, marketing, and business team members to define requirements and ensure responsible, user-aligned design Document 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 designs Partner closely with engineering to deliver high-quality implementations and refine interactions post-launch Qualifications 5+ years of experience in UX/UI, Product Design, or Interaction Design A portfolio demonstrating end-to-end product work, systems design, dashboards, or AI/ML interfaces Experience with building Figma design systems and components Familiar with AI-assisted design tools for prototyping and production, such as Claude Design, Figma Make, and Cursor Strong understanding of UX principles, design thinking, and how to simplify complex information High craft in visual/UI design—clean layouts, thoughtful typography, and an eye for detail Ability to navigate ambiguity and work autonomously while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams Preferred Qualifications Experience building or contributing to design systems Familiarity 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 methods Motion design or prototyping skills (After Effects, Figma, ProtoPie) Passionate about advocating for clarity, transparency, accessibility, and ethical design principles across AI surfaces Work Environment Location: 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. Compensation The 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 Offer Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI technology Collaborative and innovative work environment Competitive salary and benefits package Professional development and growth opportunities Chance to make a significant impact on the company's success Equal Employment Opportunity ProRata 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 Notices At-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 purposes only. *This open position is not eligible for Company sponsorship of a visa that would require a new H-1B visa petition that is subject to the $100,000 payment requirement announced in the Presidential Proclamation titled “Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers,” dated September 19, 2025 (or any extensions or modifications of the Proclamation).