Design Engineer

Why this role 80% of what Product Managers did in 2019? AI can do it now. 80% of what Software Engineers did? AI can do that too. 80% of Design? Same story. The future isn’t about choosing one — it’s about becoming them all . At vidIQ, we call them Design Engineers. Your Impact At vidIQ, we've reimagined the traditional Design + PM + Engineer relationship by creating this hybrid role. Our Design Engineers use AI tools to close the gap between conception and implementation, allowing one person to effectively do what previously required multiple roles. As a Design Engineer, you'll build and launch products that shape how creators use vidIQ daily. You'll own the complete product development cycle - from ideation to implementation. For example, you might: Develop an Analytics Dashboard that surfaces key metrics like watch time or engagement trends—empowering creators with actionable insights to grow their channels. Prototype and implement Workflow Shortcuts that automate keyword research or thumbnail optimization, harnessing AI to simplify creators' workflows. Deploy enhancements in user onboarding to ensure new creators quickly discover and utilize vidIQ's most valuable features. You'll directly prototype products assisted by AI coding (e.g., Cursor + Claude), automate qualitative and quantitative user data with AI PMs, and rapidly ship solutions to production—owning key decisions from ideation through implementation. You'll directly contribute to these core metrics: X% increase in free-to-paid conversions Y% decrease in subscriber cancellations Z% increase in users returning to vidIQ the following day/week/month What We're Looking For Builder's Mindset : You thrive on building real products—whether that's coding side projects, launching apps, winning hackathons, or using AI to automate complex tasks. You have tangible examples of things you've built that have provided value to others. Instead of relying on others to build, you build yourself. Technical Expertise : You can rapidly prototype products leveraging AI’s coding skills (React/TypeScript) and familiarity with AI outputs to validate ideas quickly. Product Thinking : You can use AI to identify user needs, prioritize features, and make data-informed decisions about what to build. You understand that great products come from understanding users deeply. Data Obsessed : You're adept at analyzing data—performing A/B tests, interpreting user analytics, and using AI-driven insights to inform product decisions. You can also think deeply about how to leverage data to make AI smarter, and to make data valuable to end users. Creator Empathy : You genuinely understand and care about solving problems for content creators because you either are one (with 500+ followers/subscribers) or have experience working closely with them. Why vidIQ Impact : Build products that impact millions of creators globally, directly contributing to their success. AI-First Culture : Leverage cutting-edge AI to enhance productivity, creativity, and innovation in your daily work. Growth Opportunities : Benefit from mentorship and professional growth at the intersection of AI, product, and engineering. End-to-End Ownership : Define requirements, build features, and measure impact—seeing your work help creators succeed. Perks and Benefits Work Remotely: Embrace the freedom to choose your ideal workspace anywhere in the world. Flexible Time Off: We support a flexible vacation policy allowing you to take time off when you need to recharge. Communication Stipend: Enjoy a monthly stipend to cover your phone and internet expenses, helping you stay connected effortlessly. Global Impact: Join our diverse team that’s shaping the future of the creator economy across the globe. Compensation This is a remote position open to candidates worldwide. Employment classification and engagement structure will be determined based on location, legal requirements, and mutual fit. Our compensation structure includes competitive project-based or monthly rates and, where applicable, stock option grants. The broad compensation range reflects our openness to engaging talent across different seniority levels—from Associate to Staff. Your exact rate will be determined based on your experience, skills, and level, as well as current market benchmarks. The base compensation range for this role is $90,000 – $270,000 annually (pro-rated based on contract terms). If you're passionate about building, adept at leveraging AI, and eager to deliver tangible products at scale—we want to hear from you. Tell us about the impactful products you've built, your experiences at hackathons or startups, or any AI-powered solutions you've engineered, and help us shape the future for millions of creators.