Director of Product Design, Trust & Safety
Tinder, New York, NY, United States
Overview
Hinge is the dating app designed to be deleted. We’re on a mission to inspire intimate connection to create a less lonely world, understanding user behavior to help people find love. With millions of users worldwide, we aim to be the most trusted way to find a relationship for all. About the Role: At Hinge, we’re building a dating app designed to be deleted. Our Trust & Safety team protects the community and designs systems that foster genuine connection. We’re looking for a Director of Product Design to lead design across the Trust & Safety domain. This senior leadership role elevates craft, shapes strategy, and builds strong cross-functional partnerships in a critical area of our product. Responsibilities
Design Leadership and Execution : Lead design across Trust & Safety, setting direction for safety and trusted connection throughout the Hinge experience. Guide the team in turning ambiguous problems and strategic priorities into thoughtful user journeys and high-quality product experiences. Stay close to the work to ensure clarity, cohesion, and strong execution from concept through launch. Craft and Systems Thinking : Maintain a high bar for visual, interaction, and systems thinking across squads. Ensure safety experiences are intuitive, human, and cohesive. Partner with Design Systems and Content Design to evolve scalable patterns that support complex, emotionally nuanced moments. Mentorship and Influence : Manage and develop a team of four designers across three squads, including product and content design. Provide clear direction, meaningful feedback, and growth pathways. Lead critiques that elevate quality, model strong collaboration, and foster a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and healthy debate. Strategic Collaboration and Impact : Partner with senior leaders across Product, Engineering, Research, Data Science, Operations, and Policy to shape vision and align priorities. Influence roadmap decisions, bring design into strategic conversations early, and ensure Trust & Safety teams experience Design as a true thought partner. Innovation and Forward Thinking : Champion design-led innovation in an emotionally complex area of our product. Encourage experimentation and forward-looking solutions that strengthen user trust while supporting business and operational realities. What We’re Looking For
5+ years of experience managing product designers, including senior-level talent Previously operated as a Lead-level IC before moving into management Proven track record of developing designers and building high-performing teams Strong design instincts and the ability to recognize and elevate quality work Experienced in driving work from ambiguous problem space to shipped product Skilled at building strategic partnerships with senior Product and Engineering leaders Clear, compelling communicator who can create energy around complex domains Bonus Experience
Experience designing for Trust & Safety, community health, marketplace integrity, identity, or privacy. Familiarity with experimentation, behavioral frameworks, or machine learning signals used to detect or prevent harmful interactions. Content design management experience is a plus, but not required. Compensation
$ 235000- $287000 a year Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary range is reflective of a position based in New York City. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting. Benefits & Perks
As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy: 401(k) Matching:
We match 100% of the first 10% of pre-tax 401(k) contributions you make, up to a maximum of $10,000 per year. Professional Growth:
Get an annual Learning & Development stipend after three months. Free access to Udemy for employees and their loved ones from day one. Parental Leave & Planning:
100% paid parental leave (20 paid weeks for birth and non-birth parents). Fertility Support:
Access to fertility care through Carrot, including a stipend for fertility preservation. Both partners eligible. Date Stipend:
A $100 monthly stipend for epic dates; Hinge Premium is free for employees and their loved ones. ERGs:
Eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Asian, Unapologetic, Disability, LGBTQIA+, R aices , Women/Nonbinary, Parents—supporting the organization and its community. Values & Equality
Hinge is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We believe success comes from a diverse workforce with different ideas and backgrounds. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to participate in the hiring process, please let your Talent Acquisition partner know. #Hinge
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Hinge is the dating app designed to be deleted. We’re on a mission to inspire intimate connection to create a less lonely world, understanding user behavior to help people find love. With millions of users worldwide, we aim to be the most trusted way to find a relationship for all. About the Role: At Hinge, we’re building a dating app designed to be deleted. Our Trust & Safety team protects the community and designs systems that foster genuine connection. We’re looking for a Director of Product Design to lead design across the Trust & Safety domain. This senior leadership role elevates craft, shapes strategy, and builds strong cross-functional partnerships in a critical area of our product. Responsibilities
Design Leadership and Execution : Lead design across Trust & Safety, setting direction for safety and trusted connection throughout the Hinge experience. Guide the team in turning ambiguous problems and strategic priorities into thoughtful user journeys and high-quality product experiences. Stay close to the work to ensure clarity, cohesion, and strong execution from concept through launch. Craft and Systems Thinking : Maintain a high bar for visual, interaction, and systems thinking across squads. Ensure safety experiences are intuitive, human, and cohesive. Partner with Design Systems and Content Design to evolve scalable patterns that support complex, emotionally nuanced moments. Mentorship and Influence : Manage and develop a team of four designers across three squads, including product and content design. Provide clear direction, meaningful feedback, and growth pathways. Lead critiques that elevate quality, model strong collaboration, and foster a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and healthy debate. Strategic Collaboration and Impact : Partner with senior leaders across Product, Engineering, Research, Data Science, Operations, and Policy to shape vision and align priorities. Influence roadmap decisions, bring design into strategic conversations early, and ensure Trust & Safety teams experience Design as a true thought partner. Innovation and Forward Thinking : Champion design-led innovation in an emotionally complex area of our product. Encourage experimentation and forward-looking solutions that strengthen user trust while supporting business and operational realities. What We’re Looking For
5+ years of experience managing product designers, including senior-level talent Previously operated as a Lead-level IC before moving into management Proven track record of developing designers and building high-performing teams Strong design instincts and the ability to recognize and elevate quality work Experienced in driving work from ambiguous problem space to shipped product Skilled at building strategic partnerships with senior Product and Engineering leaders Clear, compelling communicator who can create energy around complex domains Bonus Experience
Experience designing for Trust & Safety, community health, marketplace integrity, identity, or privacy. Familiarity with experimentation, behavioral frameworks, or machine learning signals used to detect or prevent harmful interactions. Content design management experience is a plus, but not required. Compensation
$ 235000- $287000 a year Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary range is reflective of a position based in New York City. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting. Benefits & Perks
As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy: 401(k) Matching:
We match 100% of the first 10% of pre-tax 401(k) contributions you make, up to a maximum of $10,000 per year. Professional Growth:
Get an annual Learning & Development stipend after three months. Free access to Udemy for employees and their loved ones from day one. Parental Leave & Planning:
100% paid parental leave (20 paid weeks for birth and non-birth parents). Fertility Support:
Access to fertility care through Carrot, including a stipend for fertility preservation. Both partners eligible. Date Stipend:
A $100 monthly stipend for epic dates; Hinge Premium is free for employees and their loved ones. ERGs:
Eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Asian, Unapologetic, Disability, LGBTQIA+, R aices , Women/Nonbinary, Parents—supporting the organization and its community. Values & Equality
Hinge is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We believe success comes from a diverse workforce with different ideas and backgrounds. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to participate in the hiring process, please let your Talent Acquisition partner know. #Hinge
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