Product Designer II

About The Company

IBM, a global leader in technology and consulting services, is committed to transforming businesses through innovative solutions that leverage artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and enterprise-grade software. With a rich legacy spanning over a century, IBM continues to drive technological advancements and deliver industry-leading solutions to clients worldwide. Our focus on research and development, combined with a commitment to diversity and inclusion, positions us as a pioneer in the digital transformation era. At IBM, we foster a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning, empowering our employees to make meaningful impacts across various industries and communities.

About The Role

We are seeking a talented Product Designer to join our HashiCorp Design team within IBM. In this role, you will focus on enhancing the user experience of our infrastructure and security management products, which are integral to our cloud-native solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to research, design, and deliver intuitive, efficient, and innovative solutions. Your contributions will directly influence how organizations automate and secure multi-cloud and hybrid environments, ensuring that our products remain user-centric, scalable, and aligned with strategic business goals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of infrastructure cloud management and security through thoughtful design and user advocacy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing complex technical and enterprise IT products, especially in security and cloud environments
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a remote or distributed environment
• Familiarity with design systems, such as HashiCorp’s Helios Design System, or similar frameworks
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to translate research insights into practical, elegant design solutions
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar
• Understanding of product development lifecycle and agile methodologies
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new workflows and technologies related to HashiCorp products

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define priorities, goals, and roadmaps for product features and enhancements
• Lead the end-to-end design process, including user research, ideation, prototyping, and user testing
• Develop a deep understanding of HashiCorp’s products and the jobs-to-be-done for enterprise users
• Create practical, user-friendly designs that address technical and enterprise needs, validated through research and testing
• Partner with engineers to ensure feasibility, responsiveness, and technical accuracy of designs
• Iterate on designs based on stakeholder, user, and data feedback to continuously improve product experience
• Work within HashiCorp’s Helios Design System to maintain high-quality, consistent design standards
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to prioritize features that enhance customer satisfaction and product value
• Contribute to product strategy discussions, aligning design efforts with business objectives and user needs

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Flexible work hours and remote work options to support work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning through training and development programs
• Inclusive and diverse work environment that values different perspectives and ideas
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in cloud and security domains
• Participation in global projects with impactful and innovative solutions

Equal Opportunity

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.