Director of Design, Crypto

About the team + role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.

Crypto is one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving areas at Robinhood, playing a critical role in our long-term strategy. We're seeking a Director of Design to lead design across this space, driving high-impact work that defines the future of crypto at Robinhood. This is a senior leadership role with broad influence across product, strategy, and execution. You'll partner with cross-functional leaders to shape the vision, elevate design craft, and scale a high-performing team.

This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA, Bellevue, WA, or New York, NY office(s), with in-person attendance expected at least 4 days per week.

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.

What you’ll do

• Lead, scale, and structure the crypto product design team, spanning both product and content design
• Drive a high bar for design craft and user experience across all crypto initiatives
• Partner closely with senior cross-functional stakeholders to shape strategy and execution
• Define and communicate a clear design vision that aligns with broader company goals
• Stay closely connected to the day-to-day of design execution while empowering the team to thrive
• Attract, retain, and grow world-class design talent

What you bring

• Deep expertise in crypto and a clear perspective on how design can shape innovative, user-centered product experiences in this space
• Proven success in leading design at the Director level or equivalent in high-growth, product-led organizations
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to influence and partner at the executive level
• A thoughtful and assertive leadership style—comfortable challenging opinions while championing the team
• Relentless attention to detail and a passion for exceptional design craft
• Experience growing and managing multidisciplinary design teams

Leadership expectations 

Our ambitious roadmap requires a great culture shaped by exceptional leaders. Here’s what we expect from them:

• Drive high performance by setting clear, focused goals, giving real-time feedback, stretching top talent, and scaling impact through focus, innovation, and tech.
• Hire and retain top talent by setting a high bar, hiring only those who raise it, investing in onboarding, and addressing talent issues quickly and fairly.
• Create community by connecting work to purpose, removing friction while prioritizing safety, building trust and inclusion, and leading from the front with integrity.

What we offer

• Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
• Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
• Best in class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
• Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
• Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
• Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.