Product Design

Description:

Mercor, a leading global platform connecting exceptional creative and technical professionals with premier AI research labs, is seeking an experienced Sr. Product Designer / UX Expert to contribute to innovative design projects. Based in San Francisco, Mercor collaborates with elite organizations worldwide and is backed by top investors, including Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to leverage design expertise in enhancing user experience for next-generation AI and technology-driven products. The ideal candidate will combine strong design aesthetics with analytical problem-solving, translating abstract ideas into elegant, intuitive user interfaces.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate product design decisions and user experience flows using professional insights to improve usability, aesthetics, and overall design quality.

• Design product mockups and interactive prototypes using modern tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite.

• Deliver structured feedback on user experience, visual design, and user journey optimization to enhance product engagement and clarity.

• Collaborate asynchronously with cross-functional teams to meet project milestones, ensuring alignment between design and product objectives.

• Work independently and creatively, establishing high design standards and contributing to an innovative and user-centered culture.

• Translate conceptual ideas and research insights into clear, visually appealing, and accessible design solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of product design experience, ideally at a prestigious tech company or high-growth startup.

• Strong proficiency in Figma, Sketch, or Adobe design tools for prototyping and visual design.

• Proven experience delivering User Experience (UX) and User Journey feedback, with a track record of improving product usability and appeal.

• Strong understanding of interaction design principles, accessibility standards, and responsive design best practices.

• Exceptional attention to detail, visual storytelling, and design systems thinking.

• Must be based in the US, UK, or Canada.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present and justify design decisions clearly.

Preferred:

• Experience working with AI-related or data-driven products.

• Familiarity with asynchronous design workflows and remote collaboration tools.

Engagement Details:

• Type: Independent Contractor

• Compensation: $70–$125 per hour (based on experience and portfolio strength)

• Duration: 3–4 weeks (with possible extensions)

• Commitment: Minimum 15 hours per week

• Location: Fully Remote (US, UK, or Canada)

• Payment: Weekly via Stripe Connect

• Start Date: Immediate

Interview & Selection Process:

All candidates undergo a paid assessment prior to receiving an offer. Mercor’s selection process ensures that design professionals demonstrate both technical proficiency and creativity aligned with the project’s goals.

Application Steps (Approx. 20–30 minutes):

1. Upload your resume.

2. Complete an AI-led interview aligned with your portfolio and experience.

3. Submit your application form for review.

Resources & Support:

• Detailed information on the application process:
  https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome

• For any inquiries or support, contact: support@mercor.com

About the Company:

Mercor is a San Francisco–based platform dedicated to connecting top-tier creative and technical professionals with AI research organizations and innovative companies worldwide. With backing from world-renowned investors and leaders in technology, Mercor focuses on advancing artificial intelligence, product innovation, and human-computer interaction through elite talent collaboration.

Working with Mercor means joining a visionary ecosystem where creativity meets scientific precision, offering opportunities to design and shape the future of AI-driven digital experiences.