Director of Design - Transformative Healthcare Solutions

About the Role

We are seeking a Director of Design to join our team in a remote capacity, focusing on transformative healthcare solutions. This leadership role offers the opportunity to define and scale a transformative design vision within a mission-driven healthcare environment. As the Director of Design, you will shape the end-to-end product experience, balancing cutting-edge technology with a deeply human-centered approach.

What You'll Do

• Define and execute a long-term design vision that blends advanced technology with a compassionate, user-centered experience.
• Build and scale robust design systems and frameworks that enable engineering teams to deliver consistent, high-quality outputs autonomously.
• Establish design principles and governance models to ensure alignment, accessibility, and safety across all digital touchpoints.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing design organization, fostering growth, collaboration, and strategic thinking.
• Drive the integration of AI and modern tools into the design process to enhance efficiency and innovation.
• Implement research methodologies and data-driven practices to ensure design decisions are grounded in user needs and clinical insights.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, marketing, and leadership to unify the overall user experience ecosystem.
• Oversee operational aspects of the design function, including resource planning, budgeting, and prioritization of initiatives.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in product design, including leadership roles in scaling teams and systems.
• Strong expertise in systems thinking, with the ability to design scalable frameworks across complex product ecosystems.
• Proven experience leading design in environments that combine technical complexity with human-centered user experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and modern design tools to improve workflows and product delivery.
• Strong strategic judgment, capable of balancing business objectives, technical constraints, and user safety considerations.
• Experience influencing senior leadership and driving alignment on long-term design strategies.
• Background in healthcare or regulated environments is highly preferred, with knowledge of compliance standards such as HIPAA and accessibility guidelines.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with a passion for mission-driven work.

Nice to Have

• Experience with user research methodologies.
• Familiarity with digital health technologies.
• Knowledge of design thinking principles.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $157,000 to $175,000 USD, plus performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare coverage from day one.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and dedicated service days.
• Paid parental leave and sabbatical opportunities.
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility and periodic in-person retreats.
• Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission with real-world impact.
• Collaborative, inclusive culture focused on growth, innovation, and well-being.