Product Designer, Defense Job at Applied Intuition Inc. in Mountain View

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company that accelerates the global adoption of safe, AI-driven machines. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition delivers the toolchain, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks to help customers build intelligent vehicles and shorten time to market. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers and major programs across the Department of Defense trust Applied Intuition's solutions to deliver vehicle intelligence. We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. About the role As a Product Designer specializing in Defense at Applied Intuition, you will be instrumental in shaping the user experience of sophisticated software platforms critical to national security. You will work on products that enable the development, testing, and deployment of advanced autonomous systems and command and control applications for defense customers. This role will be at the critical intersection of autonomy, hardware, and software. At Applied Intuition, you will: Lead the end-to-end design process from concept to launch, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, user testing, and visual design Translate complex defense operational requirements and technical constraints into elegant, user-centric design solutions Develop high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes that effectively communicate design ideas and gather feedback Conduct user research with defense personnel to deeply understand their workflows, pain points, and operational needs in mission-critical environments Work iteratively with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and defense subject matter experts, to refine designs Contribute to and maintain a consistent design system that ensures usability and scalability across multiple products Advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle, ensuring that products are intuitive, efficient, and reliable under demanding conditions We're looking for someone who has: 2+ years of professional experience as a Product Designer, UX Designer, or similar role focused on complex software applications Experience working on video game UX or similar interactive, real-time simulation interfaces, demonstrating an ability to design engaging and highly responsive user experiences with complex input schemes and visual feedback Experience working on command and control (C2) systems, battle management, intelligence analysis, or other operational software within a defense or government context A strong portfolio showcasing a solid understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and visual design in a range of form factors, including desktop and mobile Proficiency with design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma) Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions to diverse audiences Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and technically demanding environment Security Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen Must hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance Nice to have: Experience with 3D visualization, geospatial data, or real-time data display. Knowledge of military operations, doctrines, or specific defense technologies. Active U.S. Government security clearance. Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. We abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a), prohibiting discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibiting discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. #J-18808-Ljbffr