Senior Product Designer - Defense Technology

About the Role

We're hiring a Senior Product Designer to join Picogrid, a leading venture-backed defense technology company. As a Senior Product Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how operators interact with our software suite in mission-critical environments. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex, data-rich applications that are essential for national security. Join us in delivering an operational advantage to secure the United States and its allies.

What You'll Do

• Lead end-to-end UX/UI design for system-level product initiatives, from workflow definition through high-fidelity components and systems.
• Reinforce and extend Picogrid’s visual identity through thoughtful application of typography, motion, color, and interaction.
• Champion the user experience and help set and maintain experience quality standards across Picogrid’s software products.
• Translate technical requirements and user mental models into intuitive, efficient product experiences.
• Define and evolve Picogrid’s design system in collaboration with the design lead and software team, ensuring components are both visually consistent and technically scalable.
• Conduct implementation reviews and collaborate closely with engineering on high-quality execution.
• Contribute visual design support across product, graphics, and marketing initiatives as needed, ensuring Picogrid’s brand standards remain consistent across all surfaces.
• Improve clarity and usability across complex, data-rich product interfaces.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional visual/product design experience delivering complex software applications.
• Strong UX systems thinking and ability to simplify technically complex workflows.
• Demonstrated experience designing and shipping data-rich or multi-surface interfaces.
• High proficiency in Figma, Adobe Suite, and modern UI design tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives.

Nice to Have

• Experience designing for defense, aerospace, robotics, or other technically complex domains.
• Experience in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Experience contributing to or maintaining a design system.
• Familiarity with hardware-integrated or edge-connected software platforms.
• Advanced degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.

What We Offer

• Base salary range: $120,000 - $140,000 per year.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Full health coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance).
• Relocation assistance provided (if applicable).
• Unlimited PTO (two-week minimum) and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Paid parental leave for both parents.
• Unique office in El Segundo, CA stocked with quality coffee, snacks, and craft beer.