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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 a UX Designer
Document your UX portfolio for PERM
PERM requires proving no qualified U.S. worker is available for your specific role. Organize case studies that demonstrate specialized skills like design systems, accessibility auditing, or mixed-methods research so your employer can define the job duties narrowly and accurately.
Verify your degree field matches the petition
DOL and USCIS require a direct relationship between your degree and the offered position. A degree in graphic design, human-computer interaction, or cognitive science typically satisfies EB-2 or EB-3 requirements for UX Designer roles; a general business degree may trigger a Request for Evidence.
Target employers with in-house design teams
Companies with dedicated UX or product design departments are structurally more prepared to sponsor PERM cases than agencies or startups relying on contractors. Use Migrate Mate to filter UX Designer roles specifically by employers with green card sponsorship history.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your exact job zone and location. Run your title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating compensation so you and the employer enter PERM recruitment with aligned numbers.
Ask employers about the PERM recruitment timeline upfront
PERM labor certification requires a mandatory recruitment period and DOL analyst review, which can run six months to over a year before your I-140 is even filed. Clarify whether the employer has completed this process before or plans to use an immigration attorney.
Use O*NET to align your job description with USCIS expectations
The O*NET occupation profile for UX Designers outlines the tasks and knowledge areas USCIS adjudicators reference. Make sure your official job duties reflect O*NET language so the specialty occupation classification holds up under scrutiny.
Green Card UX Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do UX Designer roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
UX Designer positions can qualify under either category depending on the employer's stated requirements. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or the candidate has a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree in a related field such as human-computer interaction or graphic design. The employer's PERM job description determines which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for UX Designers?
H-1B is a temporary work visa with an annual lottery and a six-year maximum duration before extensions become complicated. Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China. The tradeoff is time: the green card process typically takes two to four years before approval, while H-1B status can begin within months.
What does the PERM process look like for a UX Designer role?
Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL, which requires a mandatory recruitment period to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. DOL then reviews the application, a process that can take six months to over a year. Once certified, the employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. If your priority date is current, you can apply to adjust status to lawful permanent resident.
How do I find UX Designer jobs where employers are willing to sponsor a green card?
Most job postings don't specify green card sponsorship explicitly, which makes filtering difficult. Migrate Mate lets you search UX Designer roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you spend your time on companies that have already committed to this process rather than asking cold during interviews.
Can I switch UX Designer jobs after my I-140 is approved?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules you can change employers after your I-140 has been approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. UX Designer positions at different companies generally meet this threshold, but confirm the new job duties align closely with your approved petition before making the move.