Join 1648 Studio — where design meets product thinking. At 1648 Studio, we design and build digital products and services.
We’re part of 1648 Factory and work at the intersection of design, technology, and business — helping startups and growing companies turn ideas into meaningful experiences. We’re looking for a Lead Product Designer to join our team — an experienced designer who can turn early ideas into direction, bring clarity to complex problems, and guide both the vision and the team toward well-crafted, meaningful products.
What you’ll do * Help identify opportunities and shape early product ideas into clear concepts * Design and prototype digital products from idea to implementation * Collaborate closely with stakeholders and engineers to align design decisions with business and technical realities * Plan and organize design work: identify tasks, assign responsibilities, and ensure progress is communicated clearly * Support and mentor other designers, helping the team maintain a high standard of quality and efficiency * Develop and evolve our design processes, balancing structure with flexibility
What we’re looking for * 5+ years of experience in product design, ideally in a product company or startup environment * Deep knowledge of Figma and a hands-on approach to design * Strong organizational and leadership skills — you know how to coordinate work and drive it forward * Strong communication skills in English (German is a plus) * A practical mindset: you value results over methods, use the right tools when needed, and know when to simplify to move faster * Strong empathy — you can think through complex multi-user scenarios and understand different roles to design solutions that truly work for people * Solid understanding of technology — you know what’s feasible, what’s hard, and how to collaborate effectively with engineers * Experience using AI tools, coding agents, or automation in design workflows is a big plus * Understanding of marketing and growth principles is a plus * Curiosity and creativity — you enjoy brainstorming and continuously finding ways to make products better
Who you are * A designer who thinks in systems and enjoys connecting design, business, and technology * Someone who values structure but stays flexible and pragmatic * A thoughtful communicator and an empathetic teammate * A person who finds satisfaction in seeing ideas become real, useful products
We offer
— A working environment with plenty of scope for creativity. — Independent work with a well-rehearsed team in the background. — Remote work. — Attractive compensation package (20 days of vacation, 5 sick days — 100% compensation). — Super-experienced international team. — Trust and support from the management team. — High degrees of responsibility and autonomy. — Agile teams where your ideas and solutions are valued.
