Director of Design

Team: Product Design

Report to: VP, Data Product and Engineering

About ELSA:

ELSA (English Language Speech Assistant) is an AI-powered app that helps language learners

improve pronunciation and communication skills. With over 50 million users globally, we are on

a mission to unlock opportunities for the world through better English.

About the role:

We’re seeking a Director of Design to lead our product and brand design functions. This role will

shape the future of how learners experience ELSA—balancing strategic vision, creative

direction, and design execution across mobile, web, and marketing channels.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and grow a high-performing design team (product, visual, and brand designers)
• Set the strategic design direction across all touchpoints (product UI/UX, brand identity, campaigns)
• Collaborate with product, engineering, marketing, and executive leadership to build delightful and effective user experiences
• Champion a user-centered approach to design backed by research and data
• Drive design system consistency and evolution
• Roll up your sleeves when needed to push the creative bar across key initiatives

What We’re Looking For:

• 8+ years of design experience, with 3+ years in design leadership roles
• A strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end product design and brand work
• Proven success in managing and mentoring designers
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and storytelling skills
• Experience working in consumer tech or edtech is a plus
• Fluency in Figma, prototyping tools, and design systems best practices

Why Join ELSA:

• Be part of a mission-driven team making a global impact
• Competitive salary, stock options, and benefits
• International, collaborative work environment
• Flexibility to work remotely.