The Tech Interactive · 4 months ago
Tech Challenge Product Designer
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expThe Tech Interactive has been serving the San Francisco Bay area since 1998, focusing on inspiring innovation in young people through hands-on activities and design challenges. The Tech Challenge Product Designer will lead the design of next-generation learning solutions, combining creative design expertise with research to develop engaging educational products for learners.
EducationInformation TechnologyInnovation ManagementNon ProfitRecreation
Responsibilities
Lead the design of experimental learning products from concept sketches and wireframes to polished prototypes
Apply design thinking methodologies to translate research insights into intuitive and engaging learning experiences
Explore emerging technologies (AI, adaptive platforms, gamification) and integrate them into product experiments
Collaborate with data analysts to inform product design through evidence-based practices
Conduct rapid prototyping, user testing, and iteration to validate hypotheses
Document design experiments, insights, and outcomes to inform the broader product roadmap
Serve as the advocate for design challenge learning, ensuring design decisions prioritize usability, accessibility, and learning impact
Collect and synthesize feedback from learners to refine prototypes and influence future product directions
Incorporate principles of equity, inclusivity, and accessibility into all designs
Work closely with content developers to move prototypes into scalable solutions
Present design concepts, research findings, and recommendations to stakeholders
Partner with product owners to ensure R&D outputs align with long-term product strategy
Qualification
Required
4-7 years of experience in product design, UX/UI design, or learning experience design (with R&D or innovation experience preferred)
Portfolio showcasing design work in digital learning, educational technology, or related fields
Proficiency with design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.) and prototyping platforms
Knowledge of learning sciences, instructional design, or human-centered design principles
Experience with usability testing, rapid prototyping, and iterative design cycles
Ability to thrive in ambiguity and explore open-ended problems
Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Learning Sciences, or related field; advanced degree a plus
Preferred
R&D or innovation experience
Company
The Tech Interactive
The Tech Interactive is a science and technology center for the development of educational content for students.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.4MKey Investors
First Tech Federal Credit UnionPatrick J. McGovern FoundationSiegel Family Endowment
2024-12-03Grant
2023-12-20Grant· $0.2M
2021-11-01Grant
Leadership Team
Katrina Stevens
President and CEO
Recent News
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