Product Designer

About Hiive

Hiive is revolutionizing access to liquidity for private companies and their shareholders. Our institutional-grade platform connects buyers, sellers, and issuers to facilitate secondary transactions in venture-backed, pre-IPO companies, bringing efficiency, transparency, and standardization to this traditionally opaque market segment. Recognized as one of Canada's fastest-growing firms and supported by top U.S. investors, Hiive is profitable, well-funded, and assembling a high-caliber team to meet expanding demand and explore new opportunities.

Role Overview

As a Product Designer at Hiive, you will join a rapidly evolving product team where your contributions will have significant impact. Collaborating closely with skilled Design, Product, and Engineering colleagues, you will work within a modern technology stack on crafting quality experiences. This role requires the ability to learn quickly, work cross-functionally, and drive impactful outcomes for the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design of product features and strategic initiatives, from ideation through to pixel-perfect final execution.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and fellow designers to establish product requirements and deliver design solutions that balance user needs with business objectives.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and incorporate feedback to iteratively enhance design outcomes.
• Create intuitive and engaging user interfaces for both web and mobile platforms.
• Maintain and evolve the product's visual and interaction design, ensuring quality and consistency across touchpoints.
• Facilitate design reviews and articulate design concepts to stakeholders across the organization.
• Foster a supportive work environment aligned with company values and demonstrate adaptability in various work conditions.

Experience & Skills Required

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional design experience.
• Expert proficiency in Figma and other relevant design tools.
• Strong knowledge of diverse design methodologies and approaches.
• Portfolio (online or PDF) showcasing your design work with access details as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience within fintech startups or marketplaces.
• Experience leading user research and usability testing sessions.
• Ability to thrive and adapt effectively in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary reflecting experience and performance.
• Employee stock option program, enabling participation in company ownership.
• Full employer-paid health and dental insurance premiums plus a Health/Personal Spending Account for Canadian employees; employer-supported benefits plans are available for U.S. team members.
• For employees located in Vancouver, access to a dedicated desk in our downtown headquarters featuring amenities such as a stocked fridge, onsite gym, and rooftop space.
• $20 daily commuter benefit for days worked at the Vancouver HQ.
• Robust social and team engagement activities including bi-weekly catered lunches and bars, team workouts, seasonal celebrations, and retreats.
• Significant growth opportunities including leadership and management roles.
• A culture emphasizing entrepreneurship within a close-knit, dynamic team.
• Sponsorship, immigration, and relocation support available for outstanding candidates.

Inclusion & Ethics

Hiive is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace environment where every individual can thrive and succeed.

Recruitment Practices & Privacy

As part of our hiring process, we may utilize AI and automated tools to assist in candidate screening and evaluation, designed to complement human decision-making. We handle your personal data responsibly in compliance with applicable laws, including providing accommodations for accessibility needs.