Founding visual designer

Location: Navi Mumbai Employment Type: Full-time Experience Required: 2-3 years Compensation: ₹5.5 - ₹8.5 LPA + Equity (ESOP) Role Snapshot Work directly with the founding team to own and evolve the visual identity and design language for APS (Autonomous Pentesting Solution). You'll transform complex security workflows into visually stunning, intuitive interfaces that delight users and define how security professionals interact with AI-powered pentesting tools. Lead the charge in shaping our brand's visual presence from the ground up. Your expertise will influence thousands of security teams globally, and your work will set the design foundation and quality standards for a cutting-edge cybersecurity product. What You'll Tackle Brand & Visual Design Leadership Own and evolve our visual design system including color palettes, typography scales, iconography, illustration styles, motion design, and comprehensive brand guidelines. Create high-impact marketing collateral, social media campaigns, presentation decks, infographics, website visuals, and promotional materials that communicate our brand story with precision and creativity. Define and maintain visual consistency across all brand touchpoints—product, marketing, documentation, sales materials, and external communications. Product Interface Design Design sophisticated, high-fidelity visual compositions for APS dashboards, vulnerability visualization workflows, automated reporting systems, and complex data interfaces. Craft pixel-perfect UI elements, micro-interactions, animations, and motion design that enhance user experience and bring technical interfaces to life. Create design solutions that balance aesthetics with functionality, making complex security data beautiful, accessible, and actionable. Design System & Component Libraries Build and maintain a comprehensive visual design system with scalable components, patterns, icon libraries, illustration sets, and graphic elements. Document design standards, usage guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency as the product and team scale. Create design tokens, style guides, and asset libraries that bridge design and development workflows. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with UX designers, product managers, and engineers to translate strategic requirements into exceptional visual experiences. Lead design handoffs with detailed specifications, asset preparation, and implementation guidance to ensure pixel-perfect execution. Participate actively in product strategy discussions, design critiques, sprint planning, and stakeholder presentations. Strategic Design Thinking Conduct visual design research to understand industry trends, competitor approaches, and emerging best practices in B2 B Saa S and cybersecurity. Validate design decisions through user feedback, A/B testing, and data-driven insights. Iterate continuously to improve visual clarity, aesthetic appeal, user engagement, and brand perception. What Makes You a Strong Fit Professional Experience & Portfolio 2-3 years of professional experience in visual design, UI design, brand design, or digital product design, preferably in B2 B Saa S, tech products, or enterprise software. Exceptional portfolio showcasing end-to-end visual design work with demonstrable impact. We want to see your creative process, visual thinking, and ability to solve complex design challenges. Proven track record of delivering high-quality visual designs that balance business goals, user needs, and aesthetic excellence. Design Expertise Mastery of visual design fundamentals: typography, color theory, layout systems, visual hierarchy, grid systems, composition, and aesthetic principles. Expert proficiency in Figma with advanced skills (components, variants, auto-layout, prototyping). Strong command of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design). Deep understanding of design systems, component architecture, and scalable design practices. Technical & Domain Skills Extensive experience designing dashboards, data visualizations, complex interfaces, or B2 B Saa S products where clarity and visual sophistication are paramount. Strong ability to create custom illustrations, icons, graphics, and visual assets that enhance brand identity. Working knowledge of responsive design, accessibility principles (WCAG), and design-to-development workflows. Experience with motion design, micro-interactions, or animation tools (After Effects, Lottie, Proto Pie) is a significant plus. Professional Competencies Meticulous attention to detail with uncompromising standards for pixel-perfect execution. Excellent communication and presentation skills to articulate design rationale, defend creative decisions, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders. Strong project management abilities to handle multiple concurrent projects and deliver exceptional work under tight deadlines. Self-directed, proactive, and comfortable taking ownership of design initiatives from concept to completion. Bonus Points Experience designing for AI/ML products, developer tools, or cybersecurity products. Understanding of front-end development (HTML/CSS/Java Script) and ability to prototype interactive designs. Background in branding, brand strategy, or visual identity development. Familiarity with design ops, version control, and collaborative design workflows. Interview Process Founder Call (30 min) — Background, design philosophy, cultural alignment, and what exceptional visual design means to you. Design Challenge (48-72 h) — Solve a real visual design problem for APS. We evaluate creative thinking, craft quality, strategic approach, and execution excellence. Portfolio Review + Challenge Presentation (60 min) — Deep dive into your design process, walk us through your challenge solution, and discuss 2-3 case studies from your portfolio demonstrating your impact and methodology. Offer Letter What You'll Gain Leadership & Impact Direct collaboration with the founding team with significant ownership over critical visual design decisions that shape the company's brand trajectory and product experience. Opportunity to establish yourself as the visual design authority and set quality benchmarks that will define the company's design culture. Ground-floor role where your work will directly impact product success, user perception, and business growth. Cutting-Edge Experience Design for AI/LLM-powered products at the intersection of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and enterprise software—positioning you at the forefront of emerging technology. Work on sophisticated design challenges that require both creative excellence and strategic thinking. Build expertise in designing for complex, technical audiences while maintaining visual appeal and usability. Career Growth & Compensation Competitive market salary (₹5.5 - ₹8.5 LPA) commensurate with experience and skills. Equity (ESOP) offering with significant upside as the company grows. Clear advancement path to Senior Visual Designer, Lead Designer, Art Director, or Design Manager roles. Opportunity to build and lead a design team as the company scales. Professional Development Autonomy to experiment, innovate, and push creative boundaries in a supportive environment. Exposure to all aspects of product and brand design across marketing, product, and communications. Build a world-class portfolio with challenging, high-impact projects that demonstrate your expertise. We're Looking For Exceptional visual designers who think strategically, design beautifully, and execute flawlessly. We need someone who obsesses over micro-details, champions pixel perfection, and believes great visual design is the bridge between complex technology and delightful user experiences. If you're ready to move beyond executing designs and want to own the visual identity of a groundbreaking product from day one, this is your opportunity. Ready to shape the visual future of AI-powered cybersecurity? Apply now with your portfolio and let's create something extraordinary together.