UX Designer

The role

You will shape how viewers experience Haystack across all device surfaces. You will own end-to-end design for new features and contribute to a cross-platform design system.

What you will do

• Own end-to-end design for new features across iOS, Android, web, connected TV and automotive systems.
• Translate product goals into clear flows, wireframes and high-quality UI.
• Create experiences to improve discovery, enjoyment and long-term retention.
• Work with founders, engineering and QA to scope projects and support implementation.
• Contribute to the cross-platform design system.
• Prototype solutions, test concepts, and ship incremental improvements.
• Help design and evaluate product experiments.

Required qualifications

• 4+ years designing consumer digital products
• Strong portfolio showing mobile, web and/or CTV work
• Ability to take work from concept to implementation
• Ability to connect product goals to simple, thoughtful user experiences
• Reliance on user insights and metrics to guide work
• Meticulous execution and commitment to polished deliverables
• Clear storytelling and rationale
• Fluency in Figma and prototyping tools
• Openness to AI-assisted design workflows

Nice to have

• Experience in media or streaming

Benefits

• Shape a cross-platform product used by millions of viewers
• Build foundational design systems and processes
• Collaborative environment that values experimentation and iteration
• Contribute to a mission-driven company

About the company

Haystack News is a news-streaming platform connecting 40+ million viewers to local, national, and world news. They offer a personalized, free, on-demand experience across connected TVs, mobile, web, and automotive interfaces.