Staff Product Designer

Job description

JOIN THE SLEEP FITNESS MOVEMENT At Eight Sleep, we’re on a mission to fuel human potential through optimal sleep. As the world’s first sleep fitness company, we’re redefining what it means to be well-rested and building the most advanced hardware, software, and AI technology to make it possible. Our products power peak mental, physical, and emotional performance by transforming every night of sleep into a personalized, data-driven recovery experience. We are trusted by high performers, professional athletes, and health-conscious consumers in over 30 countries worldwide. Recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2019, 2022, 2023, and 2026 and twice named to TIME's “Best Inventions of the Year.” We operate like a high-performance team: fast, focused, and motivated by impact. We don’t just ship; we iterate, refine, and obsess over the details that help our members sleep better and wake up stronger. Every role at Eight Sleep is a chance to create cutting-edge technology, collaborate with world-class talent, and help shape a future where sleep isn’t passive - it’s a powerful tool for living better. If you’re tired of the ordinary and driven to build at the edge of what’s possible, this is your moment. Join us and lead the movement that’s transforming how the world sleeps and what we’re all capable of when we wake up. HIGH STANDARDS. NO APOLOGIES. We operate with intensity because our mission demands it. At Eight Sleep, we bring the same mindset as the world’s top performers: focused, relentless, and always pushing to be in the top 1% of our craft. Think Kobe Bryant’s mamba mentality, applied to bold ideas, next-gen tech, and flawless execution. This isn’t a 9-to-5. Our team is deeply committed, often putting in 60+ hours a week –not because we’re told to, but because we’re invested. We’re here to build fast, push limits, and deliver without compromise. If you thrive under pressure and want to do the most meaningful work of your career, you’ll feel right at home. If you’re looking for something easier –this isn’t it. The Role Eight Sleep makes technology that responds to your body in real time. The app and product surface are where that technology lives for our customers — and this role owns that experience. We're looking for a staff-level IC who can set the craft standard for product design at Eight Sleep and carry it forward with minimal direction. You'll work directly with the Executive Creative Director. The expectation is simple: your work is the benchmark. You're not managing a team — you're defining what good looks like on the product surface, and everyone else rises to meet it. With your craft and vision, you will set the standard for other product designers on the team. Location: NYC Location Requirement: 3 days/week in-office, hybrid What You'll Own - End-to-end design of the Eight Sleep app and product UI — from interaction architecture through final visual polish - Own and evolve the product design system: components, patterns, tokens, and the rules that govern them - Translate complex health and biometric data into interfaces that feel clear, calm, and premium - Partner with product, engineering, and brand to ensure the in-app experience is coherent with the broader Eight Sleep aesthetic - Set the craft bar for the product surface — your output is the reference point for designers, contractors, and cross-functional partners - Prototype interactions and flows to validate concepts quickly before engineering investment What You Will Need to Succeed - 8–12 years in product/UI design, with a portfolio that demonstrates mastery of both interaction design and visual craft - Experience designing for health, biometrics, or data-rich consumer apps — you know how to make complexity feel simple - Deep Figma fluency — as a design tool, a prototyping tool, and a system-building tool - Strong motion sensibility; you think in transitions, not just screens - Genuine fluency with AI design tools (Cursor, Claude, generative workflows) — not curiosity, actual working practice - Comfort operating without heavy process scaffolding — you define the process as much as you follow it - A clear point of view on what makes product design excellent, and the confidence to hold it How Success is Defined - In 60 days: You've mapped the current product surface, identified the biggest craft gaps, and shipped your first meaningful improvement - In 6 months: You own the design system end-to-end and have raised the visual standard of the app measurably - In a year: The Eight Sleep product experience is something designers in the industry reference — and you built that Why join Eight Sleep? Innovation in a culture of excellence Join us in a workplace where innovation isn’t just encouraged - it’s a standard. Our flagship product, the Pod, is a testament to our culture of excellence, beloved by hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide. At Eight Sleep, you will be part of a team that continuously pushes the boundaries of technology in sleep fitness. Immediate responsibility and accelerated career growth From your first day, you’ll take on substantial responsibilities that have a direct impact on our core business and product success. We are a small team that empowers you to own your projects and see the tangible effects of your efforts, enhancing both your professional growth and our company’s trajectory. Your path will be challenging but rewarding, perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced environments aiming for high standards. Collaboration with exceptional talent Work alongside other bright minds like you: at Eight Sleep exceptional intelligence and a passion for breakthroughs are the norms. Our team members are not only experts in their fields but also avid innovators who thrive in our dynamic, fast-paced environment. Equitable compensation and continuous equity investment We extend equity participation to every full-time team member, recognizing and rewarding your direct contributions to our success. This includes periodic equity refreshments based on performance, ensuring that as Eight Sleep grows and succeeds, so do you – perfectly aligning your achievements with the broader triumphs of the company. Pay grows rapidly as you accumulate experience with Eight Sleep and translate it into concrete impact. Your own Pod - and other great benefits Every Eight Sleep employee receives the very product that defines our mission: a Pod of their own. If you join us you’ll get your own Pod, along with other benefits