Staff Product Designer, Lakera

$170-193k

+ Equity. Salary is applicable to San Francisco rates only and mat vary on further locations

Figma

Mid and Senior level

San Francisco Bay Area

Remote from US

More information about location

GenAI security platform

Open for applications

GenAI security platform

21-100 employees

B2BArtificial IntelligenceMachine LearningSaaSCyber Security

Open for applications

$170-193k

+ Equity. Salary is applicable to San Francisco rates only and mat vary on further locations

Figma

Mid and Senior level

San Francisco Bay Area

Remote from US

More information about location

21-100 employees

B2BArtificial IntelligenceMachine LearningSaaSCyber Security

Company mission

To enable enterprises to focus on building the most exciting AI applications securely by protecting them in the world of AI cyber risk.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

This is an ideal role for a designer who thrives in complex problem spaces, loves creating intuitive solutions for technical users, and wants to shape how security teams interact with cutting-edge AI protection tools
4-6+ years of experience as a product designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing user-centered interfaces for complex applications
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to effectively translate between user needs and technical requirements, with internal and external stakeholders
Self-starter mentality with proven success thriving in fast-paced environments and managing competing priorities
Strategic mindset that connects design decisions to user insights, business objectives, and security requirements
Experience collaborating cross-functionally and adapting designs for different stakeholders and technical contexts
Expert proficiency in modern design tools (Figma, etc.) and prototyping techniques
Passion for AI security and improving how security teams protect critical systems
Experience in Security or SaaS environments is a plus
Experience leveraging AI in your work a plus

What the job involves

We're looking for an experienced Staff Product Designer to lead the design of innovative products at the forefront of securing AI systems in the enterprise
Reporting into the Head of Product, you'll work at the intersection of complex security challenges, intuitive user experiences and cutting edge AI technology
You'll work closely with product managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to create user-centered designs that address our customers’ unique challenges
As the first full-time product designer, you'll set the foundation for product design at Lakera
Lead design for innovative end-to-end features that streamline workflows for enterprise security teams securing AI systems
Partner with product managers, engineers, and security experts to translate complex user needs into intuitive, user-centered experiences
Craft high-fidelity mockups and prototypes that facilitate stakeholder feedback and ensure smooth handoffs to engineering
Evolve our design system and component library to maintain consistency and delight across all features and platforms
Conduct user research through interviews and usability testing to identify pain points and opportunities for improvement
Promote design leadership through championing design thinking throughout Lakera
Stay current with emerging trends in AI security technology and apply UX best practices to our unique context

Application process

Deadline to Apply: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis

Our take

Lakera is a real-time Generative AI (GenAI) security company protecting businesses from AI-specific risks. Its flagship platform, Gandalf, serves as the world's largest AI red team with over 250,000 unique users globally, including major clients like Microsoft.

Gandalf generates a real-time database of AI threats, growing by hundreds of thousands of new attacks daily, ensuring continuous protection for Lakera's customers. The demand for Lakera's platform is rising as businesses worldwide scramble to harness the power of GenAI without exposing themselves to associated risks.

Securing substantial funding in 2024, Lakera is investing further into product development, launching its AI Model Risk Index platform in 2025. It's also expanding its presence in the US, particularly in Silicon Valley. This positions Lakera well for a future of growth and leadership within the advanced AI security solution market.

Kirsty

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Top investors

Glassdoor (5)

Company

Funding (2 rounds)

Jul 2024

$20m

SERIES A

Oct 2023

$10m

EARLY VC

Total funding: $30m

Company benefits

Stock options/Equity plan
MacBook & equipment
Hybrid & remote work
Conferences & events attendance
Book allowance
Education & development allowance
Daily snacks in office
Headspace account
Relocation support where needed
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401k plan
Paid parental leave
Unlimited PTO
Health, wellness and commuter benefits

Company HQ

SoMa, San Francisco, CA

Leadership

David Haber

(Co-Founder & CEO)

Previously founded Cognitir. They were also the Head of AI at Daedalean AI and an AI Safety Initiator at AI House Davos.

Mateo Rojas-Carulla

(Co-Founder & Chief Scientist)

Graduated from the University of Cambridge with a PhD in Machine Learning. They previously worked as a Software Engineer at Google and as a Machine Learning Engineer at Speechmatics.

Matthias Kraft

(Co-Founder & CTO)

Graduated from Imperial College London with a PhD in Physics. They previously worked as a Computer Vision Research Engineer and Head of Visual Positioning at Deadalean AI.

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