Why Join Thrivent?

Thrivent is a mission-driven financial services organization empowering Christians to flourish through holistic financial advice, investments, insurance, and banking. As a Fortune 500 company with over 2 million members, we're redefining financial wellness by integrating banking, investments, insurance, and generosity into one seamless digital platform called DBX (Digital Banking Experience). Join our innovative team in the United States and contribute to meaningful work that aligns faith, finances, and purpose. We offer a collaborative culture, cutting-edge tools, and opportunities for growth in a hybrid work environment. Be part of a company recognized as a top workplace by Fortune and Great Place to Work.

Role Description

We're seeking a seasoned Staff Product Designer, Bank to shape Thrivent’s new integrated banking experience (DBX), unifying banking capabilities with investments, insurance, and generosity into a seamless digital platform. This senior individual contributor role is perfect for a strategic design leader who thrives in complex problem spaces, drives clarity through design, and elevates product experiences through deep craft and user advocacy.

You’ll lead design efforts across foundational and advanced banking features, collaborating closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders. Influence product strategy, ensure design excellence, and advocate for users in every decision. If you’re passionate about human-centered design in fintech, this Staff Product Designer position at Thrivent offers the impact you seek.

Detailed Responsibilities

This is not an all-inclusive list but a general overview of principal responsibilities.

• Apply human-centered design in novel ways, supporting design-driven decision-making across digital product teams.
• Contribute to strategic design thinking, influencing execution and overall digital design strategy aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with design leaders, product management, and engineering to ensure cohesive, innovative design approaches.
• Communicate effectively at all organizational levels with confidence, charisma, and clarity; mentor design teams and influence digital experience strategy.
• Mentor junior team members, providing guidance on best practices and methodologies.
• Utilize strong design facilitation skills to foster cross-functional collaboration and storytelling to build trust and long-term relationships.
• Guide and conduct design research, leveraging insights to inform product decisions and user experiences.
• Lead end-to-end design processes for banking features, from ideation to prototyping, testing, and iteration.
• Ensure accessibility, inclusivity, and scalability in all designs, adhering to WCAG standards and Thrivent’s brand guidelines.
• Partner with engineering to deliver pixel-perfect implementations and advocate for design system adoption.

Required Skills

To excel as our Staff Product Designer, Bank, you need expertise in:

• Human-centered design methodologies
• Strategic design thinking and influence
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Design research and facilitation
• Mentoring and leadership
• Storytelling and communication
• Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD proficiency
• Prototyping and user testing
• Fintech or banking UX design
• Design systems and accessibility

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, HCI, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years in product design, with 5+ years in senior/staff roles, ideally in fintech, banking, or financial services.
• Proven track record leading complex design projects in agile environments.
• Experience with design systems, accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA), and inclusive design practices.
• Strong portfolio showcasing strategic impact, user research, and high-fidelity prototypes.

Compensation Overview

Competitive base salary reflecting experience, plus performance incentives, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Remote-friendly across the United States.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Paid parental leave and family benefits
• Professional development stipend and tuition reimbursement
• Flexible PTO and hybrid work options
• Wellness programs, including financial coaching
• Volunteer time off and mission-aligned giving matches
• Employee stock purchase plan and retirement planning

Thrivent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply now to design the future of faith-based banking!