Unto Labs is a team of engineers pushing distributed systems to their physical limits, building the next generation of blockchain technology on commodity hardware. We focus on core system primitives and performance-optimized architectures that drive the future of digital assets and markets.
About the RoleWe're seeking a Design Engineer who thrives in zero-to-one environments to build and launch products across a range of core and emerging surfaces related to digital assets, markets, and online value interaction. You’ll be pivotal in reshaping how people trade and explore novel markets, manage digital wallets & assets, and navigate blockchain data. This role sits at the intersection of engineering, product design, and the future of digital value.
You'll own projects from concept to launch, working with engineering and creative leads to design intuitive interfaces, systems, and experiences. You’ll experiment, prototype, and rapidly iterate to translate new and novel concepts into real, usable products impacting how people redefine interaction with value online.
ResponsibilitiesLead design and implementation of new product surfaces in trading, prediction markets, digital wallets, crypto social media, and blockchain explorers
Translate complex technical and social concepts into simple, compelling user experiences
Build and iterate zero-to-one products; define requirements, sketch ideas, prototype rapidly, and deliver working prototype concepts from sketch, to design, to working code
Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and creative teams
Produce technical and product documentation, system diagrams, and assets
Balance technological feasibility, delightful UX, and business impact throughout product development
Stay current with new design, prototyping, and development tools
3+ years designing and building digital products, preferably zero-to-one or early stage
Demonstrated programming and coding ability; able to prototype end-to-end experiences
Public portfolio or public project history is required; please include links to live projects, repos, or case studies
Experience designing in Figma and proficiency with motion design tools
Familiarity with or interest in cutting-edge tools (e.g., Paper, Variant)
Ability to explain complex flows and systems to both technical and non-technical collaborators
Self-motivated with a bias toward experimentation, rapid prototyping, and creative problem-solving
Prior work with crypto, blockchain, or online asset marketplaces
Experience building or contributing to crypto wallets, trading apps, social products, or blockchain explorers
Build industry-defining products at the forefront of digital assets and market infrastructure
Take projects from zero to one, helping to define entirely new product experiences
Work alongside world-class engineers and creative minds
Influence product and design direction as an early team member
Flexible, supportive, and ambitious environment with top-tier tools, hardware, and budgets
Competitive salary and significant equity upside
Flexible remote work environment
Unlimited vacation policy
Health insurance
Hardware and tooling allowance
Conference and learning budget
Unto Labs San Francisco, California, USA Office
2261 Market St, STE 86179, San Francisco, California, United States, 94114
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