Associate Director of Product Design

Blend360

Columbia, MD

Full Time

Director

3 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Blend360 is a leading data science and analytics consulting firm that helps Fortune 500 clients unlock growth through the power of data, technology, and talent. Our collaborative, high-performance teams deliver actionable solutions in AI, ML, digital transformation, and customer experience across industries. We are driven by innovation, a relentless commitment to quality, and a culture that champions people and performance in equal measure. As Blend360 continues to scale its impact, we're seeking a Director of Product Design to lead the product vision and design for our most strategic and innovative client work—bridging business goals and user-centered design into intelligent digital products that drive measurable value.

Key Responsibilities

Design Leadership: Define and elevate the product design strategy across Blend360's client engagements. Champion Ai-first and human-centered design methods and ensure it integrates seamlessly with project delivery.
Client Partnership: Act as a senior advisor to clients—translating user needs and business goals into design opportunities. Present to and influence executive stakeholders with clarity and confidence.
Team Management: Mentor and grow a talented team of designers. Foster a culture of craft excellence, constructive critique, and cross-functional collaboration.
Executional Excellence: Oversee design deliverables from early concepts through to polished interfaces, prototypes, and implementation guidance. Bring a systems-thinking mindset to every engagement.
Process Development: Help evolve Blend360's design methodologies, playbooks, and tools. Build repeatable, scalable practices that support hybrid consulting and product development models.
Innovation & Growth: Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing, pitch work, and shaping new design-driven offerings. Stay at the forefront of emerging design and AI trends.

Requirements

10+ years in digital product design with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
A strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end product design for complex platforms, services, or experiences.
Expertise in user research, UX/UI design, interaction design, and prototyping.
Proven success leading design in cross-functional teams—working closely with product managers, data scientists, and engineers.
Experience in consulting, agency, or hybrid client service/product roles.
Strong business acumen—understand how to connect user needs to viable business outcomes.
Passion for team development, emerging technology, and operational scaling of Ai-first processes.
Excellent storytelling and communication skills.
Experience working in AI/ML, data platforms, or highly technical environments is a plus.