Via - Senior Product Designer
About Via:
Via builds technology solutions that modernize public transportation systems, providing software and operational expertise to transit agencies and government organizations globally.
Role Overview:
Lead design process for transportation products as part of the operator experiences team. Transform complex mobility challenges into intuitive user experiences while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that impact transportation networks worldwide.
Location:
New York City
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead design process for significant product areas from initial concept through final implementation
- Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights that inform design decisions
- Design product features with attention to UX and visual execution details
- Create intuitive design patterns and evolve design system as products scale
- Collaborate with product managers, analysts, engineers, and stakeholders throughout project lifecycle
- Promote product discovery and ideation processes while managing design tradeoffs
Qualifications:
- 5+ years experience in digital product design with portfolio demonstrating concept-to-launch project leadership
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience working with complex systems and systems thinking mindset
- Proficiency with Figma and high-fidelity prototyping tools
- Strong communication and presentation skills with ability to articulate design decisions clearly
- Experience in motion and interaction design preferred
- Ability to work independently with accountability for deliverables in fast-paced environment
Compensation & Benefits:
$120,000-$170,000 annually
Comprehensive benefits including medical plans and 401K matching