What are the responsibilities and job description for the Member of Technical Staff , Founding Design Engineer position at Ocular AI, Inc.?
At Ocular AI, we’re passionate about blurring the lines between design and engineering, with an obsessive focus on craftsmanship. We believe ideation, design, and implementation should be seamlessly intertwined to create exceptional user experiences and products that delight. We draw a TON of inspiration from design-focused teams such as VercelLinearResend.
We’re seeking an experienced Design Engineer (designer who codes or engineer who designs) with a refined aesthetic to help transform our website, product, and brand. In this role, you’ll take full creative ownership, using your broad design skills and technical expertise to craft high-quality interactions, prototypes, and experiences. Code, like Figma, is a tool in your arsenal to solve design challenges and bring bold ideas to life.
This is a high-agency, high-impact role in an early-stage startup, reporting directly to the founders. You’ll have the freedom to experiment, lead design-driven projects, and shape the future of our brand and products.
If you’re someone who thrives in ambiguous environments, loves experimenting, and is excited by the fusion of creativity and development, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Compensation
- Base
130K to 200K
0.5% to 1%
San Francisco, CA in Person
Full Time
3 years
401K
What we are looking for
Values
Design isn't just a layer—it’s embedded in our DNA. We believe solutions must be functional, user-friendly, and beautiful.
You understand that thoughtful design drives impact and that elegance matters as much as functionality.
Whether crafting a pixel-perfect interface or a seamless backend system, you approach design with intention and care.
You have an unrelenting drive to solve tough problems, navigating ambiguity with precision and resourcefulness.
Your attention to detail is unmatched—you can be scrappy when needed but refine both design and engineering to absolute perfection.
Thriving in a high-agency environment, you embrace complexity and tackle challenges head-on with grit and creativity.
We seek individuals who act like owners, taking initiative without waiting for permission.
You’re confident in your decisions, yet humble enough to learn from the outcomes—whether they’re successes or lessons in disguise.
Full responsibility for your work means you're accountable from start to finish, always pushing for excellence.
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. You have a deep curiosity to understand their needs, challenges, and desires.
Every decision you make prioritizes delivering real, tangible value for them.
You think beyond just meeting expectations—you aim to exceed them, creating products that customers love.
Humility is a core value here. We believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives and open collaboration.
You thrive in a team-oriented environment, valuing the input of others as much as your own contributions.
We foster a culture where feedback is seen as a tool for growth, not criticism, and everyone is aligned toward collective success.
Read more about the 10 traits we look for here.
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