Brand Designer

About the company Our client is a fast-growing software company. The role Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Own the visual identity and tone of voice for a growing software business ahead of a major public launch, while also pitching in on product interface work. This is an early, high-ownership position reporting directly to the founder and collaborating with product, engineering and go-to-market colleagues. What you'll do - Establish how the brand looks and sounds, and keep it consistent across every touchpoint. - Create and implement the company's web presence and launch collateral with marketing leadership. - Back up the existing design engineer on brand and marketing projects, offering honest critique and alternative ideas. - Make front-end product improvements in TypeScript alongside engineers and release them to users within days or hours. - Report to the founder and partner across product, engineering and go-to-market teams. **Requirements** What we're looking for - At least 3 years in design or design engineering; UX/UI backgrounds are welcome, though the role leans more toward design than engineering. - A standout portfolio spanning brand, marketing and product work, which is the first screening step. - A track record of delivering both product interface design and marketing-oriented creative work. - Comfort taking your own designs all the way to working front-end code in HTML, CSS and TypeScript, beyond a design tool. - Experience moving quickly in startups or teams known for a high design bar. - Strong visual and brand sensibility with a distinct point of view. - Willingness to question existing work and give candid feedback. - Valid US work authorization. Bonus points - Experience in fintech or fintech-adjacent companies. - Experience with SvelteKit. **Benefits** Compensation and benefits - Base salary: USD 300,000 to 350,000 per year - Equity - Health benefits - Flexible hours Location and work model - San Francisco, CA, United States - On-site, 6 days per week in the office - Full-time