First Product Designer at CardNexus
Role Overview
Join CardNexus as our First Product Designer and take the lead in shaping the design, UX, and visual identity of our platform. Reporting directly to the Founder & CPO, you’ll play a pivotal role in creating a seamless and captivating product experience for TCG players, collectors, and investors.
You’ll work closely with engineering, marketing, and growth teams to design a vibrant, fun, and gamified experience that balances playfulness with power. Beyond aesthetics, you’ll focus on user acquisition, engagement strategies, and leveraging design to grow our community.
This is a high-impact role where you’ll not only design interfaces but also influence the direction and growth of CardNexus.
What You’ll Do
- Own the Product Design Vision – Lead the end-to-end design process, from user research and wireframes to polished UI and interactions.
- Craft Engaging and Playful Experiences – Design interfaces that are intuitive, interactive, and exciting, using gamification to boost user engagement.
- Build a Scalable Design System – Create a flexible and visually stunning design system to support rapid iteration.
- Thrive in Startup Chaos – Adapt to fast-paced changes, shifting priorities, and quick decision-making while keeping the big picture in mind.
- Drive User Growth & Retention – Design UX strategies that foster virality, social interaction, and long-term engagement within the TCG community.
- Iterate with Speed – Conduct A/B tests, gather qualitative and quantitative insights, and refine designs based on user behavior.
- Make Data-Informed Decisions – Use analytics to optimize onboarding, engagement, and conversion flows.
- Engage with the TCG Community – Participate in social media, Discord, and forums to gather feedback, run surveys and polls, and create experiences that truly resonate with our audience.
What You Bring
Core Skills & Experience:
✅ 8-10+ years of experience in product design, UX/UI, or interaction design, with at least one role in an early-stage startup.
✅ Strong English communication skills – Ability to clearly articulate ideas, design concepts, and feedback to a global, remote-first team.
✅ Experience with B2C digital products, particularly in consumer marketplaces, gaming, social platforms, or inventory management tools.
✅ Expertise in designing for engagement – Deep understanding of gamification, habit-forming UX, and playful design.
✅ Adaptability – Thrive in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities and minimal structure.
✅ Open to Feedback – Embrace change, pivot when necessary, and avoid fixating on a single solution.
✅ Collaboration Skills – Proven ability to work closely with developers, product managers, and marketing teams.
Bonus Points:
⭐ Experience with gamification, social engagement mechanics, or community-driven products.
⭐ A passion for gaming, trading card games, and geek culture – You understand our users because you are one of them.
⭐ A portfolio showcasing colorful, engaging, and high-quality UI/UX work (bonus points for gaming, collectibles, or marketplace projects).
What We Offer
🎯 Fully Remote Work – Work from anywhere with flexible hours to suit your lifestyle.
🚀 Early-Stage Equity – Be a key member of the founding team and share in our success.
🎮 Work on What You Love – Help shape the future of the $15B TCG market with a team that shares your passion.
🔧 Build From Scratch – Define the design culture and vision in a role with high autonomy and impact.
📈 Career Growth – Lead design in a growing startup with opportunities to build and scale a team.
How to Apply
Send an email to [email protected] with:
- Your portfolio (highlighting your best work, especially in colorful, engaging B2C products).
- A brief note explaining your love for TCGs and how your experience aligns with our vision.
We’re excited to see how you can contribute to CardNexus! 🚀🎴