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Director, Product Design

Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people who learn and think differently by providing resources and community support. We are seeking a strategic Director of Product Design to lead and inspire a growing team, enhancing digital experiences through inclusive and user-centered design practices.

Skills

  • Expertise in design and prototyping tools like Sketch, InVision Studio, Figma, and Photoshop.
  • Strong analytical skills to translate research into actionable insights.
  • Experience managing and motivating high-performing design teams.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across functions and influence senior leaders.
  • Knowledge of accessibility and inclusive design principles.
  • Comfort with ambiguity and resourcefulness in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

  • Drive user experience strategy across Understood’s platforms anchored in user needs and best practices.
  • Lead and inspire a team of product designers and copywriters to deliver thoughtful, inclusive, and accessible digital experiences.
  • Foster collaboration with cross-functional teams including Product, UX Research, Engineering, Clinical Experts, Marketing, and Content.
  • Champion a culture of user-centered design throughout all product development stages.
  • Evolve the design system to maintain visual consistency and accessibility across offerings.
  • Support the product design team in leveraging AI for improved design processes and efficiency.

Education

  • Relevant higher education or equivalent experience in design or related fields.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive wellness benefits supporting employees and their families.
  • Supportive, inclusive workplace committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
  • Opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial and mission-driven nonprofit environment.
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Understood.org is the resource that helps the 70 million people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia, anticipate the challenges, barriers, or opportunities in life and confidently reach their potential. Our mission is ...

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July 22, 2025
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