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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 as an UI Designer
Build a portfolio documenting specialized design systems
PERM requires your employer to define the job's minimum requirements before advertising. A portfolio showing UX research methods, accessibility standards, and design system work strengthens the specialty occupation case and supports the I-140 petition narrative.
Target employers with established immigration infrastructure
UI Designer PERM cases require coordinated DOL advertising and legal filing. Companies with in-house immigration counsel or existing PERM history are significantly more likely to complete the multi-year process without abandoning the sponsorship midway.
Verify your role qualifies under EB-2 versus EB-3
EB-2 requires the position to genuinely demand an advanced degree, not just prefer one. Review the O*NET occupation profile for UI designers and compare your job description to the posted requirements before assuming a tier.
Search Migrate Mate to find sponsoring UI design employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter UI Designer roles by employers with active green card sponsorship history. This cuts the time spent on outreach to companies that have never filed PERM for design roles.
Negotiate a written sponsorship commitment before accepting
PERM advertising must begin after your start date for EB-3, but the employer's intent should be documented upfront. Request a written sponsorship agreement that specifies the visa category, timeline expectations, and who covers filing costs.
Confirm your prevailing wage classification with OFLC Wage Search
DOL assigns a wage level to your PERM application based on job duties, not job title. Look up the prevailing wage using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer is finalized to avoid a wage discrepancy that delays or invalidates your PERM filing.
Green Card UI Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do UI Designer roles actually qualify for PERM labor certification?
Yes, provided the employer documents that the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in graphic design, interaction design, human-computer interaction, or a closely related field. Roles that accept any degree or substitute equivalent experience without a clear specialty may face DOL audit. The job description filed with PERM must match your actual duties and minimum requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a UI Designer?
H-1B visa is temporary and subject to an annual lottery, creating real uncertainty each cap season. Green card sponsorship through PERM and an I-140 petition is permanent and has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM takes six months to two years before USCIS even adjudicates the I-140, so starting early matters.
Where can I find UI Designer jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for UI Designer roles where employers have a documented history of filing PERM and sponsoring green cards. This filters out companies that may be open to sponsorship in theory but have never actually completed the process for design roles.
Can my employer start PERM while I'm on OPT or H-1B?
Yes. Employers commonly initiate PERM while you're on H-1B, and the process is entirely separate from your nonimmigrant status. If you're on OPT, your employer can file PERM but your underlying work authorization must remain valid throughout. The PERM filing itself does not extend or change your current status.
What happens if I change jobs after my employer files the I-140?
Once your I-140 has been approved and is at least 180 days old, job portability rules under AC21 let you change to a same or similar occupation without losing your priority date. UI design roles with overlapping duties in adjacent product or UX functions often qualify, but your new employer and immigration attorney should confirm the occupational match before you resign.