Lead Digital Designer

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design systems and component‑based design practices
• Demonstrate a strong design foundation in layout, typography, color, hierarchy, motion, interaction, and 3D
• Develop polished, modern, high‑quality digital experiences
• Apply deep knowledge of responsive design, UX principles, and web protocols
• Partner with design, engineering, and product teams to drive outcomes
• Communicate decisions clearly and influence direction across stakeholders
• Navigate ambiguity and help define the forward path
• Balance strategic direction with attention to detail in execution
• Lead the design of high‑impact web experiences across homepage, product pages, and key user journeys
• Advance a scalable design system including tokens, components, and CMS‑related modules
• Work closely with engineering to translate design systems into production‑ready implementations
• Shape site architecture, navigation systems, and overall UX frameworks
• Collaborate with brand teams to establish a modern, cohesive digital aesthetic
• Balance brand storytelling with usability, accessibility, and performance
• Cross‑functionally align with product, marketing, and UX teams on goals and user needs
• Guide and collaborate with external agencies and partners on design execution
• Support UX testing, A/B testing, and ongoing site optimization
• Contribute to workflows and processes that improve speed, quality, and consistency

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in web or digital product design
• Strong portfolio demonstrating high‑quality web design and systems thinking
• Proven experience with design systems, component libraries, and scalable frameworks
• Solid visual design foundation: typography, layout, color, and hierarchy
• Deep understanding of responsive design, UX principles, and modern web standards
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams and awareness of front‑end constraints
• Ability to clearly communicate design decisions and influence cross‑functional stakeholders
• Comfort working in fast‑paced environments with evolving priorities and ambiguity
• Experience designing complex multi‑page websites or platforms
• Experience in fintech, B2B, or complex product ecosystems
• Familiarity with Storybook, design tokens, or system‑driven development
• Experience contributing to or leading large‑scale website redesigns
• Understanding of CRO, A/B testing, and data‑informed design decisions
• Experience with motion design, interaction design, or advanced web storytelling
• Interest in AI tools and their application in design workflows
• Experience collaborating with or managing external agencies and partners
• Exposure to both brand‑driven and product‑driven design environments

Technologies

• Storybook
• Design tokens
• CMS system

The Work

As a hands‑on leader, you will help shape the future of Ripple's web ecosystem by building scalable systems, defining modern digital experiences, and guiding how the brand presents itself online. You will contribute to evolving design foundations, participate in a large‑scale website redesign, and collaborate with engineering, product, marketing, and external agencies to deliver thoughtful, high‑impact work.

Who We Are

We offer a fast‑paced startup environment guided by experienced industry leaders, with opportunities to dive into the latest technologies and a professional development budget to support learning. We foster a diverse, inclusive team where every member is respected, valued, and empowered. Collaboration and in‑person moments are encouraged, with teams able to choose when to come into the office, and regular all‑hands meetings to share updates and Q&A sessions with leadership.

Take Control of Your Finances

• Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity
• Comprehensive benefits covering physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support
• Employee giving match
• Mobile phone stipend

Take Care of Yourself

• R and R days to rest and recharge
• Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite and virtual programming
• Generous vacation policy with manager‑approved time off
• Industry‑leading parental leave and family planning benefits
• Catered lunches, fully stocked kitchens with premium snacks and beverages, and regular social events

Ripple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Ripple is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by local law or ordinance.