Head of Design:Katapult - Remote - LATAMKatapult builds world-class product teams and embeds them inside fast-moving U.S. startups. We combine exceptional LATAM talent with an AI-first approach to product engineering — and we're raising the bar on every discipline we touch.We're hiring our first Head of Design: the person who will define what great design means at Katapult, build the practice from the ground up, and lead design execution across our entire client portfolio.The roleThis is a founding role. You'll own design horizontally — across every client engagement, every product, every visual touchpoint Katapult produces. You'll set the standard, build the systems, and do a meaningful amount of the work yourself.You'll work directly with Katapult's founders and leadership team, embedded in client projects where design is a competitive differentiator. The scope spans product design, brand, and the creative direction of what our clients put into the world.What you'll ownClient design leadership — Lead design strategy and execution for key client projects. Be the senior design voice in the room: shaping product direction, challenging briefs, and delivering work that moves the needle.Brand & visual identity — Own the creative direction for client brands — from visual systems and packaging to digital products and marketing — with genuine artistic sensibility.Product & digital design — Set the standard for UI/UX across Katapult's client portfolio: mobile apps, web products, e-commerce experiences, design systems.Team building — Hire, lead, and grow Katapult's design team over time. Define how designers work, grow,



and deliver inside the organization.What we're looking for- A portfolio that demonstrates exceptional taste across brand and product — the kind that makes people stop and look twice- 8+ years of design experience spanning brand identity, product design, and creative direction- A track record of building or significantly elevating a design practice, not just executing within one- Fluency across the full design stack: visual identity, UX/UI, design systems, art direction- Strong artistic sensibility — references outside of design that are visible in the work- Experience leading designers and collaborating directly with founders and senior stakeholders- Comfort operating across multiple projects and clients simultaneously- Curiosity for AI-native design tools and workflows — this is an AI-first environmentWhat this isn't- A role inside a single product team. You'll operate across the entire portfolio.- A position where design is handed specs and asked to execute. You'll define the brief as often as you receive one.- A large org with established process. You're building it.What We Offer:We believe in empowering our team with flexibility, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment.Work-Life Balance- Work from anywhere in Latin America- 15 days of PTO per year, accrued monthly (1.25 days/month)- Country-specific federal holidays- 8 non-cumulative personal days off per yearFinancial Benefits- Monthly payment in USD- Contractor agreement with no end dateWork Setup & Wellness- BYOD with a $50/month equipment stipend- $75/month health insurance stipend

📌 Head of Design (Buenos Aires)
🏢 Katapult Labs
📍 Buenos Aires