Head of Design - Fieldguide.ai : Job Details

Join to apply for theHead of Designrole atFieldguideJoin to apply for theHead of Designrole atFieldguideThis range is provided by Fieldguide. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$178,000.00/yr - $283,000.00/yrAbout UsFieldguide is establishing a new state of trust for global commerce and capital markets through automating and streamlining the work of assurance and audit practitioners specifically within cybersecurity, privacy, and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance). Put simply, we build software for the people who enable trust between businesses.We're based in San Francisco, CA, but built as a remote-first company that enables you to do your best work from anywhere. We're backed by top investors including Bessemer Venture Partners, 8VC, Floodgate, Y Combinator, DNX Ventures, Global Founders Capital, Justin Kan, Elad Gil, and more.We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. We need people from all backgrounds and walks of life to help build the future of audit and advisory. Fieldguide's team is inclusive, driven, humble and supportive. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture that we are building, seeking teammates that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but care deeply about supporting each other's growth.As an early stage start-up employee, you'll have the opportunity to build out the future of business trust. We make audit practitioners' lives easier by eliminating up to 50% of their work and giving them better work-life balance. If you share our values and enthusiasm for building a great culture and product, you will find a home at Fieldguide.About The RoleWe're seeking a transformative Head of Design to lead our design team and drive innovation in the future of audit and advisory software. As our first design leader, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the product experience for audit practitioners, focusing on creating solutions that dramatically reduce administrative effort and enhance operational efficiency. This is a unique opportunity to be a design thought leader and transform the way work is done in a legacy industry.Why Fieldguide?Be the first design leader at a fast-growing, Series B SaaS startup.Drive new bets and bold design moves that will transform an entire industry.Shape the design culture and brand at a company that values design beyond aesthetics.Join a team building solutions for a legacy industry ripe for innovation, with a focus on Agentic AI and user-centric problem solving.What You'll DoLead and mentor a growing design team, taking a player-coach approachDrive design strategy across multiple product areas, including core audit experiences, AI-driven insights, and emerging product linesEstablish a design culture that prioritizes business impact, user research, and continuous innovationCollaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and Executive Leadership to align design vision with strategic goalsDevelop design systems and frameworks that enable rapid iteration and scalable solutionsBalance user experience optimization with automation and effort reductionGuide user research, usability testing, and design iteration processesAct as a key voice in executive discussions, advocating for user insights and design-led product developmentWho You Are10+ years in Product Design, with 3+ years of design leadership experienceProven experience leading multidisciplinary design teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in product design, visual design, and design systems in enterprise B2B SaaS design, particularly in complex workflow-driven products.Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, and marketing.Ability to blend strategic thinking with hands-on design executionStrong understanding of design thinking and user-centered design principles.Passion for leading and mentoring designers at all levels.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Bonus PointsExperience in vertical SaaSExpertise in designing for generative AI productsKnowledge of accounting or audit-adjacent industriesMore About FieldguideFieldguide is a values-based company. Our values are:Fearless - Inspire & break down seemingly impossible walls.Fast - Launch fast with excellence, iterate to perfection.Lovable - Deliver happiness & 11 star experiences.Owners - Execute & run the business with ownership.Win-win - Create mutual value & earn trust for life.Inclusive - Scale the best ideas with inclusive teams.Some Of Our Benefits IncludeCompetitive compensation packages with meaningful ownershipUnlimited PTO401kWellness benefits, including a bundle of free therapy sessionsTechnology & Work from Home reimbursementFlexible work schedulesCompensation Range: $178K - $283KSeniority levelSeniority level DirectorEmployment typeEmployment type Full-timeJob functionJob function Design, Art/Creative, and Information TechnologyIndustries Software DevelopmentReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Fieldguide by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Head of Design” roles.San Francisco, CA $185,000.00-$215,000.00 1 month agoSan Francisco, CA $250,000.00-$300,000.00 3 days agoPaid Marketing Creative Director (Remote)Senior Engineering Director, Plant DevelopmentSan Francisco, CA $192,000.00-$246,000.00 2 weeks agoSan Francisco, CA $195,000.00-$235,000.00 1 month agoSan Francisco, CA $170,000.00-$230,000.00 2 months agoSan Francisco, CA $183,600.00-$265,550.00 2 weeks agoManager of Data Engineering - Solutions GroupSan Francisco, CA $170,000.00-$190,000.00 3 months agoREMOTE - Director of Engineering - SecurityEngineering Manager - Public Cloud, Python, GolangSenior Product Designer / Staff Product DesignerSan Mateo, CA $120,000.00-$180,000.00 2 months agoSan Francisco, CA $175,000.00-$230,000.00 3 weeks agoPrincipal Partner Solutions Architect - GSISan Francisco, CA $210,600.00-$304,325.00 2 weeks agoProduct Design Intern - Visual & Brand (2 openings)San Francisco, CA $60,000.00-$80,000.00 1 month agoWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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