Product Designer

About the Role

OpenRouter is the largest marketplace of LLMs, providing a unified API to access and orchestrate models across providers. As the platform grows, so does the complexity of how developers discover, evaluate, and integrate models into real applications.

We’re hiring a Product Designer to help shape both the product and how it’s presented.

This role spans core product surfaces (user dashboards, documentation, model pages, rankings, policy & guardrails, chatroom) and external-facing surfaces (landing pages, email templates, and other marketing touchpoints). You’ll help define how OpenRouter works and how it communicates.

This is a hands-on role for someone who ships. You’ll operate in an AI-first workflow, using modern tools to move quickly from idea → prototype → production-quality output. You should be comfortable working in the space between design and development—building, iterating, and refining in close collaboration with engineers.

What You’ll Work On

• Core product surfaces (dashboards, model pages, usage + analytics)

• Model discovery, comparison, and evaluation experiences

• Developer workflows (API onboarding, docs, playgrounds, integrations)

• Marketing and brand surfaces (landing pages, email templates, growth experiments)

• New product directions (tooling, marketplaces)

• Rapid prototypes to explore and validate ideas

Key Responsibilities

Product & UX

• Design clear, intuitive interfaces for complex systems (LLMs, APIs, routing, pricing, latency)

• Turn ambiguous ideas into concrete product direction and shipped experiences

• Own work end-to-end: concept → prototype → production

Marketing & Brand

• Design and build high-quality landing pages and growth surfaces

• Create scalable templates (email, content, campaigns)

• Help evolve OpenRouter’s visual identity as the product expands

AI-First Execution

• Use AI tools to accelerate design, prototyping, and iteration

• Move fluidly between design tools, code-adjacent environments, and production surfaces

• Prototype ideas quickly and validate through real usage

Systems & Consistency

• Contribute to and evolve the design system

• Create reusable patterns for technical and data-heavy interfaces

• Maintain consistency across product and marketing surfaces

Collaboration

• Work closely with engineers in a fast, low-process environment

• Review and understand PRs, frontend changes, and implementation details as needed

• Contribute to product and growth strategy, not just execution

• Communicate through prototypes and shipped work rather than long specs

What We’re Looking For

Core Requirements

• 3–8+ years of product design experience

• Strong portfolio of shipped work

• Experience with complex or technical products (developer tools, SaaS, data-heavy apps)

Design × Engineering Fluency

• Comfortable reading and understanding frontend code, PRs, and engineering workflows

• Able to collaborate directly with engineers on implementation details

• Able to use code-based or AI-assisted tools to prototype and iterate

• Ability to write code is a plus, but not required

AI-Forward Builder

• Comfortable using AI tools as a core part of your workflow

• Able to move quickly from idea to implementation using modern tooling

• Interested in how AI changes how products are designed and built

Product Thinking

• Strong ability to simplify complex systems

• Good judgment on scope, prioritization, and tradeoffs

• Comfortable working with ambiguity

Craft & Execution

• High bar for visual design, interaction design, and clarity

• Ability to produce production-ready work with minimal iteration

• Attention to detail across both product and marketing surfaces

Nice to Have

• Experience with AI/ML products or developer platforms

• Experience designing data visualization or analytics interfaces

• Experience designing high-performing marketing sites or growth surfaces

• Ability to write or meaningfully modify frontend code (e.g. React, HTML/CSS)

Please mention the word **FLEXIBILITY** and tag RNzMuMTI2LjEzMC4yNw== when applying to show you read the job post completely (#RNzMuMTI2LjEzMC4yNw==). This is a beta feature to avoid spam applicants. Companies can search these words to find applicants that read this and see they're human.

Position Details

• Job Title: Product Designer
• Company / Organisation: OpenRouter
• Location: Worldwide / Remote
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Field / Industry: Software Development
• Work Arrangement: Remote — open to candidates worldwide

About This Opportunity

This full-time opportunity at OpenRouter is an excellent opening for experienced professionals in the field of software engineering and technology. The role is structured around a fully remote setup — offering you the freedom to work from any location in the world and is designed for candidates who are ready to make a meaningful contribution from the moment they join.

As a remote-first position, this role welcomes qualified candidates from across the globe. You will be expected to manage your schedule independently, communicate proactively, and deliver results consistently — hallmarks of a high-performing remote professional.

Whether you are an established practitioner in software engineering and technology or a highly skilled professional looking for your next challenge, this Product Designer role offers the platform to apply your expertise in a real-world, results-oriented environment. OpenRouter is looking for a candidate who can hit the ground running and add genuine value to the team.

Who Should Apply

This role is ideal for candidates who have a solid background in software engineering and technology and a demonstrable track record of delivering high-quality results. You should possess analytical thinking, attention to technical detail, and a methodical approach to problem-solving. Experience working with modern development tools, version control systems, and cloud platforms will be an advantage, though a commitment to continuous learning and professional development is equally valued.

Beyond technical or domain expertise, OpenRouter is looking for someone who communicates clearly, collaborates effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, and takes ownership of their work from start to finish. If you thrive in a professional environment and are passionate about the opportunity to build reliable, scalable, and high-performing digital products, we encourage you to apply.

Key Competencies for This Role

Successful candidates for the Product Designer position at OpenRouter will typically demonstrate the following core competencies:

• Domain expertise — a strong foundation of knowledge and hands-on experience in software engineering and technology
• Problem-solving ability — the capacity to identify challenges, think critically, and implement practical solutions efficiently
• Communication skills — clear and professional communication with colleagues, stakeholders, and partners at all levels
• Self-management — strong time management and the ability to prioritise a varied workload while meeting deadlines
• Team collaboration — a collaborative and supportive approach to working alongside colleagues across departments or locations
• Adaptability — the ability to respond positively to change and thrive in a dynamic, evolving work environment

How to Apply

To apply for this Product Designer position at OpenRouter, click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be taken directly to the official application page where you can complete and submit your application.

Before applying, please ensure that your CV or résumé is fully up to date and clearly highlights your experience and accomplishments in software engineering and technology. If a cover letter is included or requested, tailor it specifically to this role and explain how your background, skills, and goals align with what OpenRouter is looking for in a Product Designer.

All applications for this role are processed directly by OpenRouter. Career Nest facilitates the job discovery process and does not pre-screen or forward applications on behalf of employers. There are no fees for job seekers at any stage of the application process.

About Career Nest

Career Nest is a global job aggregation platform connecting professionals with thousands of opportunities across every major industry — from technology and marketing to finance, design, data science, healthcare, NGO, engineering, and beyond. Our platform aggregates live job listings from verified employers, leading job boards, and trusted staffing platforms worldwide.

We publish thousands of new roles every day from sources across 190+ countries. Whether you are looking for a fully remote role, a hybrid position, or an on-site opportunity in a specific city, Career Nest makes it easy to search, filter, save, and apply to the roles that match your experience and ambitions — all in one place, completely free for job seekers.

Every listing on Career Nest is reviewed for accuracy and relevance before being published. We are committed to providing job seekers with the most up-to-date, trustworthy job listings available. Explore thousands more opportunities across all categories at careernest.cloud.