Product Design Specialist - Fully Remote

About Mercor

Mercor is a platform that links top-tier creative and technical professionals with prominent AI research laboratories. Based in San Francisco, its investors feature notable names such as Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Role Overview

We are seeking a UI/UX Design Specialist for a contract position offering remote work opportunity. Compensation ranges from $80 to $150 per hour. This role involves independent and asynchronous evaluation of AI model outputs related to digital product and UX design excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop precise, task-oriented metrics for grading real-world digital product and UX deliverables.
• Assess AI-generated and human samples against established criteria, providing comprehensive written rationale.
• Maintain consistent, evidence-based evaluations to ensure reproducible and defensible scoring.
• Integrate structured feedback from senior reviewers and make rapid iterative improvements.
• Operate independently and asynchronously to assess and enhance AI model performance.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in product design, UI/UX, or design systems.
• Proven track record at leading digital product and UX agencies or in-house design teams.
• Expertise in product design, UI design, design systems, UX leadership, or UX writing.
• Strong proficiency in interaction and visual design principles, design systems, and Figma tool usage.
• Exceptional written communication abilities.
• Highly detail-conscious and comfortable with peer-reviewed evaluation processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience related to AI training, evaluation, or projects involving human data.

Application Process

• Submit your updated resume, portfolio, or other proof of relevant professional experience.
• Qualified candidates might be invited to complete a brief assessment or provide additional details.

Additional Information

• The application process typically requires 20 to 30 minutes to complete.
• For inquiries or assistance, please contact [email protected].