Product Designer

Written By Metaculus

Metaculus

📍Remote (Global) 💼 Contractor 
💰$40-$80 USD/hr 🔄 Rolling Applications

At Metaculus, we are building a public forecasting platform that empowers people to understand and predict complex global issues. Our goal is to create a trustworthy and engaging environment for users to share insights on vital questions impacting science, technology, and society. We’re looking for a Product Designer on a contract basis to enhance our user experience and help bring our vision to life.

Responsibilities

  • You'll help improve the Metaculus web platform by designing and shipping thoughtful, user-centered features. You'll collaborate with the team to bring product specs to life through all stages of the design process, including:

    • Early prototyping and ideation

    • Gathering internal & external feedback

    • Iterating based on feedback and preparing designs for production

    • Overseeing implementation and QA

    • Observing how features are used post-launch and identifying opportunities to refine them

  • You'll also support other teams with a variety of design needs, such as:

    • Designing concepts and visual assets for forecasting tournaments

    • Help Programs and Sales teams create engaging presentations and reports

    • Building out landing pages and custom user flows for tournaments and initiatives

Requirements

  • 3–5+ years of experience in product or UI/UX design

  • Strong command of modern design tools and workflows

  • A hands-on, proactive attitude - you're comfortable owning projects end to end

  • Experience with data visualization and an understanding of how to present complex information clearly

  • Clear, effective communication skills (both written and spoken English)

Bonuses

  • Keen interest or background in forecasting, statistics, or related fields

  • Experience with frontend development, "vibe-coding," or no-code platforms to build prototypes

  • Experience creating cross-platform workflows using tools like Google Sheets, Zapier, HubSpot, or similar — not just for automation, but to solve real product or operational challenges

  • Comfort with fast-paced, async remote work environments

Metaculus

Metaculus offers trustworthy forecasting and modeling infrastructure for forecasters, decision makers, and the public.

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