Senior Product Designer - PDF Expert

Readdle is a pioneering force in the personal productivity space on Apple devices, having shaped the landscape since 2007. Our mission is to empower individuals and teams with innovative technology, enhancing their efficiency and creativity. We are dedicated to crafting exceptional mobile and desktop experiences for those who aspire to achieve more.

PDF Expert, our flagship product, is more than just a PDF editor, it’s one of the most loved PDF apps, trusted by over 30 million people worldwide to read, edit, annotate, and manage PDFs seamlessly across Mac, iPad, and iPhone. Recognized as "App of the Year," an "Apple Editor’s Choice," and a Red `Dot Design Award winner, PDF Expert sets the standard for effortless document workflows.

As a Product Designer, you’ll be a key player in shaping the future of PDF Expert on the web, building an AI-powered PDF Copilot, a solution that transforms static documents into interactive, intelligent experiences. Your design expertise will drive innovation, tackle complex user and business challenges, and play a significant role in expanding PDF Expert to the web.

Our Design Approach:

We design with a clear focus on creating impact, whether it’s through enhancing user experiences, driving product performance, or delivering meaningful business outcomes. Our approach is shaped by four guiding principles:

• Lead by Design. Design is the driving force behind our product’s evolution. We take the initiative to shape the future of PDF Expert, empowering the team to lead cross-functional collaboration and work on the projects that directly influence the direction of the product.Our designs are levers that drive growth, fuel innovation, and transform user experiences.
• Data-Informed. Our design process is deeply rooted in data. From user insights to product analytics, every decision we make is backed by evidence, resulting in  thoughtful, precise, and purposeful design solutions aimed to deliver results that align with both user needs and business goals.
• Customer-Obsessed. Our users are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to deeply understanding their needs, behaviors, and pain points. By continuously gathering feedback and conducting research, we design with empathy and precision to craft experiences that delight and engage.
• Impact-Driven. We design with a strong focus on measurable results. Every design decision is made with the goal of driving tangible business outcomes, whether it’s increasing user engagement, improving product performance, or directly contributing to company growth.

In This Role, You Will:

• Define, design, and consistently improve the PDF Expert experience, with a primary focus on web-based experiences.
• Create prototypes, user flows, and top-quality interface designs while addressing customer needs through customer-centered and data-driven design decisions.
• Conduct user research and gather insights to inform product design decisions.
• Drive product design initiatives that have a direct impact on product strategy and business metrics.
• Develop product hypotheses and lead the implementation of new product ideas from concept to launch.
• Contribute to the enhancement of our design system, ensuring consistency and scalability across platforms.
• Collaborate with partners in product, engineering, marketing, and analytics to create and implement product design solutions.

Contribute to an impact-driven design culture focused on continuous learning and growth. Play an active role in fostering a collaborative, efficient, and enjoyable working environment.

About you:

• 5+ years of experience in product design, with a proven track record of delivering successful design solutions. A portfolio presented in a case study format is a big plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and product thinking, with the ability to think creatively and strategically to tackle complex and ambiguous design challenges.
• A strong blend of UI mastery and deep UX expertise, with experience driving design efforts from concept to execution and ensuring seamless, user-centered solutions.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly articulate design decisions and present ideas effectively.
• Great presentation and storytelling skills with the ability to advocate for new ideas or initiatives.
• A driven self-starter, experienced in taking ownership of the direction of strategic projects.
• You’re energized by fast-paced, ever-evolving environments, managing multiple priorities with focus and composure.
• Positive attitude and a commitment to a collaborative, dynamic, and supportive work environment that fosters creativity and innovation.

What you will get at Readdle:

• Customer-centric culture. We put our customers first. It means that every employee can benefit from interacting with our customers directly. It enables us to create and deliver the best solutions for millions of our users.
• Professional growth. We are professionals at everything we do. It means we own our decisions, our work, and our results. We provide quality feedback to others and welcome feedback as an opportunity to learn and improve.
• A team of amazing people. The greatest power we have is the team. It means we care about each other, ensure transparency, and invest in everyone's success.
• Impact on our products. We aim to create valuable products. It means that we improve ourselves constantly by overcoming constraints, simplifying our processes, and improving our capacity.
• Innovative culture. We try to be innovative and creative in everything we do. It means that we expect, appreciate and value new ideas.