Principal Product Designer (Artificial Intelligence)

My client aren’t just riding the AI hype wave—they saw its potential ages ago, well before it was cool! Founded in 10 years ago, with a Fellowship program designed to turn academics into commercial data scientists, my client have grown into Europe’s leading applied AI company. Their expertise in AI safety is so top-notch that OpenAI tapped them as their first-ever technical partner. Impressive, right? From predicting NHS demand during the pandemic to slashing marketing budgets with savvy customer predictions, my client’s AI-powered solutions are making serious waves. They’ve even kept kids safe online and helped produce greener energy by harnessing wind for boats. AI is changing the world, and my client are looking for a trailblazer to help ensure its power is harnessed safely! The Role The Principal Product Designer role is perfect for someone ready to lead with design and make a massive impact. Reporting to the VP of Product, this role involves heading up the design vision for the companies cutting edge, AI platform, embedding a design-first mindset across the company and crafting a design system that sets the tone for product development. Whether it’s technical personas or non-techy folks, the Principal Product Designer will ensure the platform delivers user- friendly solutions for everyone. Beyond shaping the design strategy, this role also involves leading a team of designers, providing direction, mentorship, and a supportive space for creativity to flourish. Think of it as being the Yoda of the design world, guiding the team to greatness while driving an entire design culture shift across the business What You’ll Be Doing Crafting and communicating the design vision and strategy for the platform, while ensuring creativity and quality stay sky-high. Building and mentoring a top-notch design team, and helping them level up their skills. Leading the charge in creating UI/UX elements, illustrations, and visual assets that are both stunning and functional. Collaborating closely with product squads to weave design seamlessly into the development process. Being the voice for user-centric design and ensuring products are built around real personas and user feedback. Staying plugged into industry trends, always on the lookout for new ways to experiment and innovate. Jumping in to help with sales assets that highlight the platform’s value. Who They’re Looking For This isn’t your first rodeo! My client are searching for a Principal Product Designer with a proven track record leading design teams and delivering top-tier B2B products. They want someone who: Has a knockout portfolio that shows off expertise in visual design, UI/UX, and branding. Is a pro with design tools like Sketch, Figma, or similar. Communicates like a champ and can present ideas that inspire. Knows user-centered design, usability, and accessibility standards inside and out. Can balance creative vision with strategic business goals. Has experience working with technical platforms (extra points if it’s AI!) and leading cross-functional teams. Is endlessly curious about how AI is reshaping the business world. The Ideal Candidate (aka You!) We are looking for a creative dynamo—someone with solid UX and/or UI chops, backed up by an epic portfolio of projects. Here’s what else they’d love to see: Visual wizardry – They want someone who can create not just functional designs, but delightful ones that make people’s hearts sing! Drive – The ideal candidate thrives on autonomy, loves challenging the status quo, and always aims for excellence. Fast on their feet – Prototyping and iterating at speed should be second nature. Must-Have Skills Mastery in wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs. Proficiency in design tools like Figma. A strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies. Top-tier communication and collaboration skills (within the team and across departments). Experience with usability testing (because every design needs a test drive). Why You’ll Love Working Here! My client are a playground for the intellectually curious. The team is diverse, coming from all kinds of backgrounds, but they share a common drive to push the boundaries of what AI can achieve. Working here is the professional challenge of a lifetime—surrounded by brilliant minds, every day is an opportunity to learn something new. As my client expands internationally, this is your chance to make a lasting impact on a high-growth start-up, take the lead in shaping the future of AI, and design solutions that genuinely matter. If you’re ready for the adventure of a lifetime, this is the place for you! To be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please apply with your full CV & Portfolio! 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