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<h1 class="wnfdnti _1ibi0s33y _1ibi0s34u" data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Head of Product Design</h1> San Francisco, Toronto, Los Angeles <h2 class="wnfdnti _1ibi0s33y _1ibi0s34u">About the Job</h2> BuildOps is the AI-native platform for commercial contractors. At BuildOps, we’re building a groundbreaking software solution designed to empower today’s commercial contractors. BuildOps is the leading all-in-one platform for commercial specialty contractors, purpose-built for the trades that keep the world running: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and mechanical. We connect field technicians, dispatchers, and the back office on a single system that handles service, project management, dispatching, and billing, powered by AI-driven automation. Some of the largest and most successful contractors run their operations on BuildOps. As Head of Product Design, you’ll lead, grow, and scale our design team and practice. Reporting to the Chief Product Officer, you’ll own the end-to-end design function across our products and platform, shaping our user experience and visual language, driving the long-term design strategy, and embedding AI into both our design workflows and our customer experiences. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, has a passion for elegant and functional design, and is ready to build a world-class design organization. Our team thrives on ambition, innovation, and collaboration—qualities we look for in every new hire. <h2 class="wnfdnti _1ibi0s33y _1ibi0s34u">What You’ll Do</h2> <ul class="wnfdntf"> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Lead and inspire a team of talented product designers across multiple product surfaces. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Set the strategic design vision that aligns with our company and product strategy, ensuring a consistent, intuitive, and delightful user experience. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Build and scale the design organization: define team structure, hire top-tier talent, mentor and grow the team, and nurture a high-performance design culture. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Establish strong cross-functional partnerships with Product, Engineering, Marketing, and executive stakeholders. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Champion design excellence through modern systems, tooling, and processes that scale with the company. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Partner with Product and Engineering to develop intuitive, enterprise-grade solutions while transforming the platform to support AI-powered user experiences through OpsAI. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Guide the evolution of our design system and visual language across mobile and web. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Be a strong voice for the user, leveraging research, customer visits, and data to inform design decisions and prioritize customer outcomes. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Foster a culture of rapid experimentation, feedback, and continuous improvement. </li> </ul> <h2 class="wnfdnti _1ibi0s33y _1ibi0s34u">What We Look For</h2> <ul class="wnfdntf"> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> 8+ years of product design experience, with at least 5 years leading design teams in high-growth SaaS environments. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Proven track record of setting and executing a cohesive design vision. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Experience designing and shipping high-quality B2B or B2B2C products across mobile and web. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Strong design instincts with fluency in UX, UI, interaction design, and systems thinking. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Demonstrated experience scaling teams, mentoring designers, and building high-performing team cultures. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Expert proficiency in design tools and fluency with AI tools to accelerate synthesis, ideation, prototyping, and rapid software development. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate decisions, influence stakeholders, and present to executive leadership. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> A compelling portfolio that demonstrates excellent product thinking, beautiful execution, and measurable business impact. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Flexibility to travel for team meetings and customer visits. </li> </ul> <h2 class="wnfdnti _1ibi0s33y _1ibi0s34u">Who You Are</h2> <ul class="wnfdntf"> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> A builder who thrives on complex, ambiguous problems in a fast-paced environment. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> A self-starter who takes initiative and drives outcomes without waiting for direction. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Passionate about design, with a relentless commitment to exceptional user experiences. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Someone who cares deeply about doing excellent work that makes people’s lives better. </li> <li class="wnfdnte _1ibi0s33w"> Collaborative and humble—you build strong cultures and strong cross-functional partnerships. </li> </ul> <h2 class="wnfdnti _1ibi0s33y _1ibi0s34u">Compensation</h2> Toronto:  $204000 - 255,000 CAD base salary + annual bonus opportunity, depending on location and experience, plus a generous equity grant. LA/SF: $239,000 - 299,000 USD base salary + annual bonus opportunity, depending on location and experience, plus a generous equity grant.  <div class="content-conclusion"><div class="p-rich_text_section">What we offer:</div> <ul class="p-rich_text_list p-rich_text_list__bullet p-rich_text_list--nested" data-stringify-type="unordered-list" data-list-tree="true" data-indent="0" data-border="0"> <li data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0">Generous equity grant, become an owner in our company!</li> <li data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0">A comprehensive benefits package</li> <li data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0">Flexible PTO and hybrid work schedules</li> <li data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0">One-time work-from-home allowance</li> <li data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0">Hubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Toronto, and Raleigh with hybrid work schedules and lunch provided for in-office days</li> <li data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0">Company events and team-building activities, both in-person and virtual</li> <li data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0">Fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic work environment</li> <li data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0">Opportunities for growth and career advancement</li> <li data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0">Chance to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions</li> <li data-stringify-indent="0" data-stringify-border="0">The chance to get in on the ground floor and build something truly groundbreaking for ourselves and our amazing customers</li> </ul> We welcome applicants from across the U.S. where we are registered to do business and able to support employment. Currently, this excludes the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, West Virginia, and Wyoming. This list is based solely on operational and compliance considerations and is reviewed from time to time as our footprint grows. <h4>About BuildOps</h4> Join BuildOps, the largest commercial trade platform in the country, as we transform the multi-billion dollar commercial contracting industry! We’re not just talking incremental improvements—we’re talking a full-scale revolution, empowering the hardworking heroes who build and maintain the infrastructure that keeps our world running. See why contractors choose Buildops <a class="c-link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6I6Es6NI8s" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6I6Es6NI8s" data-sk="tooltip_parent">here</a>. This is your chance to be part of a rocketship. We’re fresh off a $1 billion valuation and a $127M Series C funding round (part of over $275M raised to date) led by industry-leading investors like Meritech Capital, BOND, and SE Ventures, backed by Schneider Electric (<a class="c-link" href="https://www.reuters.com/technology/buildops-valued-1-billion-funding-round-plans-scale-operations-amid-strong-2025-03-21/" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="https://www.reuters.com/technology/buildops-valued-1-billion-funding-round-plans-scale-operations-amid-strong-2025-03-21/" data-sk="tooltip_parent">Reuters</a>, <a class="c-link" href="https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/21/commercial-services-platform-buildops-becomes-a-unicorn-raises-127m/" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/21/commercial-services-platform-buildops-becomes-a-unicorn-raises-127m/" data-sk="tooltip_parent">TechCrunch</a>, <a class="c-link" href="https://labusinessjournal.com/featured/firm-gets-unicorn-status/" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="https://labusinessjournal.com/featured/firm-gets-unicorn-status/" data-sk="tooltip_parent">LA Business Journal</a>) . Our latest investors join our team of industry heavyweights like Next47, former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo, former Salesforce President Gavin Patterson, and Boost Mobile CEO Stephen Stokols. Their investment is fueling our aggressive growth and our commitment to equipping contractors with AI-driven tools to conquer chaos, boost efficiency, skyrocket profitability, and ultimately, deliver exceptional service. At BuildOps, we’re changing the game and doing the best work of our careers. You’ll be a key player in a company that’s truly making a difference for the backbone of our economy. If you’re ready to tackle big challenges, work with a passionate team, and build something extraordinary, BuildOps is the place for you. 🚀 BuildOps is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. BuildOps will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act pursuant to applicable local and state laws. BuildOps recruiters will only contact candidates through official channels and will never ask for payment, banking details, or sensitive personal information during the interview process. Verify all openings at <a href="https://buildops.com/careers">https://buildops.com/careers</a>. Report suspicious outreach to <a href="http://reportfraud.ftc.gov" target="_blank">reportfraud.ftc.gov</a> and fraud@buildops.com. We review every report, but may not be able to respond individually. 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Head of Product Design

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