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Hello, we’re Instrumentl. 👋 Grants fund nonprofit work, but they also create some of the toughest operational challenges. Every grant brings its own deadlines, spending restrictions, reporting requirements, and commitments, so managing that complexity across fundraising, finance, and HR requires more than spreadsheets. Instrumentl is the system of record for grants. We bring discovery, applications, award compliance, and grant operations into one platform, giving nonprofits a shared foundation to grow their revenue and impact. More than 6,000 nonprofits rely on Instrumentl, from local community groups to state and county governments, universities, and maybe even your local animal shelter. We're a cash flow positive, YC-backed company building our next chapter, and we're hiring people who will shape and grow the impact of the nonprofit sector.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're hiring a Staff Product Designer to own GrantOS, the foundational platform layer every other product area at Instrumentl sits on top of. Reporting to our Head of Design, you'll own design end-to-end across Platform (the data layer, MCP, and BI) and Core (Tracker, Tasks, Reports, and Integrations), the two interdependent areas that define how grant professionals experience Instrumentl as a system and not just a set of features. This is a chance to think in systems, drive genuinely zero-to-one work where the right answer isn't obvious yet, and set the standard for how the whole design org approaches platform design.
Own GrantOS end-to-end
- Lead design across GrantOS Platform, from discovery and research through shipping and iteration
- Shape how grant professionals interact with Instrumentl as a platform: task management, reporting, integrations, and the data relationships that span the full grant lifecycle
- Drive zero-to-one product development in greenfield spaces where the problem isn't fully defined, and help define it
Set the platform design standard
- Define the interaction patterns and design system foundations that every other product area inherits
- Raise the quality bar across Instrumentl's design system and coach other designers
- Act as a force multiplier for the broader design team, shaping how the org operates
Research and strategic partnership
- Conduct and synthesize user research independently, translating ambiguous user needs into clear product direction
- Partner as a true strategic peer to your PM and engineering lead, bringing a point of view and driving alignment across product, engineering, and GTM
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we're looking for
- 8+ years of product design experience, with meaningful time at senior or staff level
- B2B SaaS background, especially in complex or enterprise-adjacent systems
- Proven track record owning complex B2B product areas end-to-end, including multi-entity workflows where data relationships, user roles, and cross-team collaboration intersect
- 0-to-1 product ownership: you've started from a problem rather than a spec, and made good calls under uncertainty
- Experience with agentic or AI-powered product surfaces, and already using AI tools in your design practice
- Strong systems thinking and Figma/prototyping craft, deep involvement in user research from planning through synthesis, and the ability to influence product vision rather than just execute it
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Nice to have
- Design systems experience: defining patterns, not just using them
- Exposure to compliance, data integrity, or workflow-heavy domains
- Experience mentoring or coaching other designers
- Familiarity with the nonprofit or social impact sector
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
For US-based candidates, the target base salary range is $210,000 to $245,000, plus equity. Final compensation is determined based on experience, skillset, scope, interview performance, and geographic location.
Benefits
- 100% covered health, dental, and vision insurance for employees (50% for dependents)
- Generous PTO, including parental leave
- 401(k)
- Company laptop and home-office stipend
- Bi-annual company retreats
Instrumentl is evolving rapidly. You'll always have new challenges and opportunities to grow here.
Instrumentl is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
INTRODUCTION
Hello, we’re Instrumentl. 👋 Grants fund nonprofit work, but they also create some of the toughest operational challenges. Every grant brings its own deadlines, spending restrictions, reporting requirements, and commitments, so managing that complexity across fundraising, finance, and HR requires more than spreadsheets. Instrumentl is the system of record for grants. We bring discovery, applications, award compliance, and grant operations into one platform, giving nonprofits a shared foundation to grow their revenue and impact. More than 6,000 nonprofits rely on Instrumentl, from local community groups to state and county governments, universities, and maybe even your local animal shelter. We're a cash flow positive, YC-backed company building our next chapter, and we're hiring people who will shape and grow the impact of the nonprofit sector.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're hiring a Staff Product Designer to own GrantOS, the foundational platform layer every other product area at Instrumentl sits on top of. Reporting to our Head of Design, you'll own design end-to-end across Platform (the data layer, MCP, and BI) and Core (Tracker, Tasks, Reports, and Integrations), the two interdependent areas that define how grant professionals experience Instrumentl as a system and not just a set of features. This is a chance to think in systems, drive genuinely zero-to-one work where the right answer isn't obvious yet, and set the standard for how the whole design org approaches platform design.
Own GrantOS end-to-end
- Lead design across GrantOS Platform, from discovery and research through shipping and iteration
- Shape how grant professionals interact with Instrumentl as a platform: task management, reporting, integrations, and the data relationships that span the full grant lifecycle
- Drive zero-to-one product development in greenfield spaces where the problem isn't fully defined, and help define it
Set the platform design standard
- Define the interaction patterns and design system foundations that every other product area inherits
- Raise the quality bar across Instrumentl's design system and coach other designers
- Act as a force multiplier for the broader design team, shaping how the org operates
Research and strategic partnership
- Conduct and synthesize user research independently, translating ambiguous user needs into clear product direction
- Partner as a true strategic peer to your PM and engineering lead, bringing a point of view and driving alignment across product, engineering, and GTM
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we're looking for
- 8+ years of product design experience, with meaningful time at senior or staff level
- B2B SaaS background, especially in complex or enterprise-adjacent systems
- Proven track record owning complex B2B product areas end-to-end, including multi-entity workflows where data relationships, user roles, and cross-team collaboration intersect
- 0-to-1 product ownership: you've started from a problem rather than a spec, and made good calls under uncertainty
- Experience with agentic or AI-powered product surfaces, and already using AI tools in your design practice
- Strong systems thinking and Figma/prototyping craft, deep involvement in user research from planning through synthesis, and the ability to influence product vision rather than just execute it
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Nice to have
- Design systems experience: defining patterns, not just using them
- Exposure to compliance, data integrity, or workflow-heavy domains
- Experience mentoring or coaching other designers
- Familiarity with the nonprofit or social impact sector
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
For US-based candidates, the target base salary range is $210,000 to $245,000, plus equity. Final compensation is determined based on experience, skillset, scope, interview performance, and geographic location.
Benefits
- 100% covered health, dental, and vision insurance for employees (50% for dependents)
- Generous PTO, including parental leave
- 401(k)
- Company laptop and home-office stipend
- Bi-annual company retreats
Instrumentl is evolving rapidly. You'll always have new challenges and opportunities to grow here.
Instrumentl is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Product Lead
Frame your portfolio around PERM's requirements
PERM requires your employer to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. Document your product achievements in terms of specialized domain expertise, not just outcomes, so your background clearly differentiates you from the general applicant pool.
Target employers with active I-140 filing history
Search for Product Lead roles at companies that have previously filed I-140 petitions. These employers already understand PERM timelines and have legal infrastructure in place, which reduces the risk of a sponsorship promise stalling once you receive an offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring employers
Filter Product Lead job listings on Migrate Mate by EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship to surface employers actively hiring for permanent residency pathways, not just temporary visa holders. This saves you from applying to roles where sponsorship is technically possible but rarely offered.
Benchmark your wage against OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage certified on the PERM application. Look up your role and metro area in OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so your negotiated number doesn't fall below the DOL wage level required to certify your case.
Clarify sponsorship scope during the offer stage
Ask specifically whether the offer includes PERM filing, I-140 petition, and adjustment of status support, not just initial H-1B visa transfer. Some companies sponsor temporary visas but stop short of committing to the full green card process without explicit upfront agreement.
Verify EB-2 versus EB-3 classification with your qualifications
Product Lead roles can qualify under either EB-2 or EB-3 depending on how the employer defines minimum requirements. If your job description requires an advanced degree or equivalent, push for EB-2 classification, which can move faster for certain nationalities due to priority date differences.
Green Card Product Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Lead role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Product Lead positions typically qualify for EB-3 when the employer requires a bachelor's degree, and for EB-2 when the role requires an advanced degree or the equivalent in specialized experience. The classification depends on how the employer defines the minimum requirements in the PERM application, not on your personal credentials alone.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Product Lead?
H-1B is a temporary status requiring renewal every three years and is subject to an annual lottery for cap-subject employers. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 is permanent with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries, though priority date backlogs affect nationals from high-demand countries. The tradeoff is a longer process, typically two to four years from PERM filing to approval.
What does the PERM process look like for a Product Lead position?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment process to show no qualified U.S. worker is available for the Product Lead role. This includes posting the job through specific channels and documenting each application reviewed. Once recruitment concludes, DOL adjudicates the PERM application, and approval allows your employer to file the I-140 petition on your behalf.
Where can I find Product Lead jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Product Lead roles filtered specifically by EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship, so you're only seeing employers who have committed to the permanent residency pathway. This is more targeted than searching general job boards, where sponsorship details are rarely disclosed upfront and often limited to H-1B rather than PERM-based green card filing.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is approved but before I get my green card?
Under AC21 portability rules, you can change employers after your I-140 is approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupational category. For Product Lead roles, a move to a comparable product management or product strategy position at another company generally satisfies this requirement, but your immigration attorney should confirm the specific classification match.