Director of Product Design
This is a high-impact leadership role at the intersection of urban infrastructure and digital innovation, perfect for a design veteran who still loves the craft. You will be responsible for elevating the design maturity of a company that literally keeps cities moving. It is a rare chance to lead a senior team through a technological shift toward AI-driven design while maintaining a high bar for intuitive user experiences.
Swiftly
San Francisco, California, United States · Posted 25 April 2026
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Overview
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About Swiftly
Swiftly is a mid-sized employer working in transportation / software, based in San Francisco, California, United States.
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San Francisco, California, United States
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Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Define and communicate a long-term design vision to the entire organization
- Facilitate high-level design reviews to sharpen team output and maintain quality
- Scale the design system and operationalize user research practices
- Embed AI prototyping into the discovery and development lifecycle
- Represent the design organization in executive leadership meetings
- Mentor and grow a diverse team of senior designers
Essential
- Proven track record in a design leadership role managing senior-level designers
- Ability to translate complex company strategies into actionable design visions
- Experience partnering with Engineering and Product Management at a leadership level
- Strong proficiency in modern design tools and methodologies
- Must be located in the U.S., Ontario, or British Columbia
- Authorized to work in the U.S. or Canada without visa sponsorship
Preferred
- Experience implementing and scaling Design Ops and design systems
- Background in urban mobility, transit, or complex data-driven platforms
- Familiarity with AI-accelerated design and prototyping workflows
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Remote-friendly work environment (U.S. and select Canadian provinces)
- Opportunity to work on mission-driven products improving urban mobility
- Collaborative culture focused on feedback and professional growth
- Direct access to executive leadership (reporting to CTO)
- Involvement in cutting-edge AI-integrated design processes
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