Via
Via6mo ago
$150,000 – $200,000/yr

Senior Product Designer, Transit Operations

United StatesUnited States·New Yorksenior
DesignIT & AdministrationProduct DesignerProduct Product Designer
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Overview

Via is a global leader in smart transportation, using technology to revolutionize mobility worldwide. Our impact ranges from transforming individual daily commutes to reducing humanity's collective environmental footprint—we're driven by ambitious goals.

Key Responsibilities

Be the designer who charts the path for extending Via’s industry leading transit dispatch platform from on-demand to paratransit, school buses and fixed lines.

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Via is a global leader in smart transportation, using technology to revolutionize mobility worldwide. Our impact ranges from transforming individual daily commutes to reducing humanity's collective environmental footprint—we're driven by ambitious goals. This is an opportunity to join a core team that's reshaping how mobility operates.

We are looking for a Senior Product Designer to work on our Transit Operations platform who will lead design for a complex set of products and features such as our booking and dispatching modules that impact our primary user and buyer - public sector transit agencies, municipalities and governments. Via prides itself on being a true partner to the public sector in helping make transit better for everyone but especially those in low income and minority communities. Via is not only a category leader in on-demand transit but has brought its exceptional technology and expertise to the Paratransit & Student transit world. You will be joining Via at a time of rapid growth,  impacting hundreds of thousands of  riders weekly, many of whom represent special needs populations, students, caregivers etc. As a Senior Product Designer you will bring vision but also sensitivity and empathy to these users, respectfully build products that help make their trips easier and help transit agencies achieve their mission of equitable transportation.

Responsibilities

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  • Be the designer who charts the path for extending Via’s industry leading transit dispatch platform from on-demand to paratransit, school buses and fixed lines.
  • Design features with an eye towards special needs populations such as paratransit riders, students and caregivers ensuring that each experience is purposeful 
  • Envision diverse user journeys based on the populations we are serving so that each one is fulfilled in an efficient and intuitive way while building products flexibly and scalably.
  • Design products that serve rides based on rider eligibility, special conditions and disability aids
  • Conduct user research, usability testing and work with analysts to gather insights that inform design decisions.
  • Craft every detail of new product features, from idea to UX to pixel-perfect execution. 
  • Proactively identifies areas for improvement, effectively manages tradeoffs, and consistently delivers exceptional designs
  • Contribute to our design system intentionally as we scale.
  • Work through the entire lifecycle of the project and collaborate closely with product managers, analysts, engineers, and other stakeholders.
  • 7+ years of experience in digital product design, with a strong portfolio showcasing your expertise in leading design projects from concept to launch.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, HCI, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of articulating design decisions and rationale clearly.
  • Craftsmanship - You have a high bar for craft and quality in your work
  • Experienced in working with complex systems and possesses a systems thinking mindset
  • Proficient with Figma, and high-fidelity prototyping tool. 
  • Experience in motion and interaction design (advantage)
  • Demonstrated experience working collaboratively, taking into account constraints on timeline, scope, and technical limitations to find practicable solutions that fit the needs of each individual project
  • Able to take ownership, work independently & be accountable for your work.
  • Passionate about the option to help shape and improve the future of smart transportation.

What We Offer

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Final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills. Salary reflected does not include equity or variable pay, where applicable
Salary Range: $175,000-$200,000
We are proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including free medical plans and 401K matching

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
New York, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
Open to applicants worldwide
Listed under
Worldwide

Listing Details

Posted
December 7, 2025
First seen
March 26, 2026
Last seen
June 19, 2026

Posting Health

Days active
85
Repost count
0
Trust Level
42%
Scored at
June 20, 2026

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Via Transportation, Inc. is a technology company providing software and operational solutions to optimize public transportation networks globally, aiming to make transit more efficient, equitable, and sustainable.

Employees
3k+
Founded
2012
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ViaSenior Product Designer, Transit Operations$150k–$200k