Product Designer

Varo is an entirely new kind of bank. All digital, mission-driven, FDIC insured and designed for the way our customers live their lives. A bank for all of us.

Varo is a next-generation bank built on technology and innovation, empowering consumers to take control of their financial lives. We serve millions of Americans exclusively through our mobile and web apps, striving to make digital banking easy, convenient, and personalized. The Design Team at Varo is an ambitious, customer-obsessed group of designers, writers, and developers who are shaping the future of banking for the digital age. We believe that financial institutions should provide exceptional products, services, and education to everyone, not just the wealthy. We are the team responsible for bringing the Varo vision to life at every customer touchpoint. Join us in revolutionizing the future of banking.
We are seeking a talented Product Designer to join our product design team. You will collaborate closely with product, engineering, operations, and key stakeholders to create customer-centric tools and products on our customer service and fraud teams. As the first design team member in this critical area, you will play a vital role in Varo's success by owning and delivering a world-class customer service and fraud experience. What you'll be doing

• Translate feature ideas into intuitive and effective design solutions
• Lead all phases of the design process for small to medium-scale projects, working in close partnership with your product and engineering
• Youll collaborate on a product team with a product manager, engineering manager, and a team of engineers
• Champion the voice of our customers and advocate for design thinking principles within your team
• Youll have ample opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced startup environment, with strong support to advance your career
• In the first 90 days, youll immerse yourself in understanding our customers needs and building strong relationships with your team
• In the first year, youll collaborate cross-functionally to define, design, and ship features that drive positive impact for our customers and the business

You'll bring the following required skills and experiences

• 3+ Years of product design experience
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality, hands-on design work that aligns with product strategy
• Comfortable with all aspects of the product design process, including discovery, concepting, design and development, and implementation
• Ability to take initiative and build strong, productive relationships
• Value inclusive design and accessibility
• Curiosity is your superpower, youre a sponge when it comes to product and design learning
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent practical experience
• Bonus points for having experience creating within a design system across both web and native applications and a familiarity with the banking or financial services industry.

For cash compensation, we set standard ranges for all US-based roles based on function, level, and geographic location, benchmarked against similar-stage growth companies. Per applicable law, the salary range for this role is $100,000 - $150,000. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors as well as candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the identified range. #MidSenior
We recognize not everyone will have all of these requirements. If you meet most of the criteria above and youre excited about the opportunity and willing to learn, wed love to hear from you!

About Varo Varo launched in 2017 with the vision to bring the best of fintech into the regulated banking system. Were a new kind of bank all-digital, mission-driven, FDIC-insured, and designed around the modern American consumer.
As the first consumer fintech to be granted a national bank charter in 2020, we make financial inclusion and opportunity for all a reality by empowering everyone with the products, insights, and support they need to get ahead. Through our core product offerings and suite of customer-first features, we aim to address a broad range of consumer needs while profitably serving underserved communities that have been historically excluded from the traditional financial system.
We are growing quickly in our hub locations of San Francisco, Salt Lake City, and Charlotte along with colleagues located across the country. We have been recognized among Fast Companys Most Innovative Companies, Forbes Fintech 50, and earned the No. 7 spot on Inc. 5000s list of fastest-growing companies across the country.
Varo. A bank for all of us.
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Varo is an equal opportunity employer. Varo embraces diversity and we are committed to building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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