Head of Design — Proton
- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland, London, England, United Kingdom
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 5 days ago
Role overview
Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default
Proton was founded in 2014 by scientists from CERN on a simple truth: privacy is a fundamental human right .
In some situations, Proton has literally helped save lives.
- Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default
- Proton was founded in 2014 by scientists from CERN on a simple truth: privacy is a fundamental human right .
Application process
- When you apply for a position at Proton Technologies AG, your information is stored in Greenhouse in accordance with its Service Privacy Policy.
Contacts
- Since then, we've built the world's largest encrypted email service (Proton Mail) and expanded into Proton VPN, Proton Drive, Proton Pass, and Proton Calendar — tools used by millions globally to protect their freedom, fight censorship, and keep their data safe.
- For questions about your data, contact: [email protected]
- Proton does not accept unsolicited CVs from any sources other than directly from candidates. LI-ONSITE
Company and context
- Our 700+ team members across 50+ countries come from leading organizations and elite academic backgrounds.
- We move fast, keep hierarchy light, and prioritize impact over optics.
- If you want to do meaningful work with exceptionally high-caliber people, this is it.
- Check our open-source projects here . The Role
- As VP Design, you will own and lead the design function across both Product Design (user experience, interface, service design) and Brand / Marketing Design (visual identity, campaign creative, brand experience).
- You’ll partner closely with the CEO, VP Marketing and Heads of Product, helping shape strategy, drive design excellence, and ensure that design becomes a core differentiator for Proton.
- You will build, mentor and scale a high-performing, multi-disciplinary design organisation, embedding design thinking across the company. What you will do
- Define and execute the strategic vision for design at Proton, bridging product and brand to deliver a unified and differentiated experience globally.
- Lead, develop and grow a world-class design organisation: recruiting designers and researchers structuring teams across product and brand, setting performance metrics, fostering a culture of creativity, craft and user-centricity.
- Partner with the CEO, VP Marketing and Heads of Product to ensure design is embedded into strategic roadmaps, product launches, marketing campaigns and brand initiatives.
Additional details
- Check our open-source projects here .
- You will build, mentor and scale a high-performing, multi-disciplinary design organisation, embedding design thinking across the company.
- Represent design externally: speak on design at conferences, build Proton’s design reputation, collaborate with creative agencies and partners worldwide. What We’re Looking For
- Strong communicator with polished presentation and storytelling skills; fluent in English (other languages a plus).
- Outcomes matter more than clock-in times. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
- If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know. Candidate Privacy Notice
- Proton does not accept unsolicited CVs from any sources other than directly from candidates.
Notes and original content
- What you will do
- Represent design externally: speak on design at conferences, build Proton’s design reputation, collaborate with creative agencies and partners worldwide.
- What We’re Looking For
- What We Offer
- Outcomes matter more than clock-in times.
- Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
- If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know.
- Candidate Privacy Notice
Questions about this listing
What salary does Proton offer for this role?
Proton lists CHF 83'500 - 126'500 gross per year for this position in Geneva, Switzerland, London, England, United Kingdom. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Proton offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Proton during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Geneva?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Geneva can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Geneva's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Proton?
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