Senior UX Designer — Confidential AI Cybersecurity Client
I’m partnering with a well-funded AI cybersecurity startup in the Bay Area that’s scaling aggressively after a $25M seed round. The founders are serial operators with multiple multi-billion-dollar outcomes in security, and the company is already engaged with Fortune 500 enterprises. They’re building AI-driven security products ranging from intelligent agents to advanced generative AI workflows and are expanding their design function.
The Opportunity
They’re hiring a Senior UX Designer who can translate highly technical cybersecurity workflows into intuitive, high-velocity user experiences. This is a pivotal role with direct impact on user trust, decision-making clarity, and overall product adoption. It’s a chance to step into an early-stage environment with enterprise-grade backing.
Key Responsibilities
- Own UX end-to-end : research, flows, wireframes, prototypes, and polished Figma deliverables.
- Simplify complex security concepts into clear, operational user journeys.
- Work cross-functionally with engineering and cybersecurity SMEs to ensure design feasibility.
- Build and evolve a scalable design system across products.
- Advocate for user-centered decisions throughout the product lifecycle.
Ideal Profile
5–10 years in UX / Product / Interaction Design.Strong experience in Figma; Miro or Sketch familiarity is a plus.Background designing complex digital products (web or large-screen).Solid understanding of accessibility (WCAG) and global user considerations.Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset.Bonus : Cybersecurity exposure or experience partnering with security teams.What’s in It for Candidates
Early influence in a high-growth environment with meaningful funding.Leadership with deep AI and cybersecurity pedigree.Fortune 500 traction already underway.Competitive comp, equity, and full benefits.Access to advanced AI / ML tooling and fast-paced product cycles.Important :
This role is 5 days a week onsite in San JoseCandidates must have an up to date portfolio submitted with their application to be considered. Only candidates with modern, sleek and light designs can be considered for this.Comp $175k-$220k + Bonus and EquityMust be willing to take part in Design challenges as part of the interview process