Senior Product Designer — Proton
- Location
- Geneva, Paris
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 19 days ago
Role overview
Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default
At Proton, we believe that privacy is a fundamental human right and the cornerstone of democracy.
Since our inception in 2014, founded by a team of scientists from CERN, we have dedicated ourselves to providing free and open-source technology to millions worldwide, ensuring access to privacy, security, and freedom online.
- Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default
- At Proton, we believe that privacy is a fundamental human right and the cornerstone of democracy.
Application process
- When you apply for a position, refer a candidate, or are considered for a role at Proton Technologies AG (Proton, we, us, or our), your information is stored in Greenhouse, in accordance with their Service Privacy Policy.
- We also retain this information for consideration for future roles that you may apply for or that we believe may align with your background and skills.
Contacts
- Our journey began with Proton Mail, the largest secure email service globally, and has since expanded to include Proton VPN, Proton Calendar, Proton Drive, and Proton Pass.
- Should you have any inquiries about how we use or manage your information, or if you wish to access, correct, or delete your data, please contact our privacy team at [email protected].
- Proton does not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from candidates.
- We will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from an unsolicited offer, even if the candidate is subsequently hired by Proton.
- To learn more about our privacy policy, please visit our privacy policy page . LI-ONSITE
Company and context
- These tools empower individuals and organizations to take control of their personal data, break away from Big Tech’s invasive practices, and defeat censorship.
- Our work impacts hundreds of millions of lives, from activists on the front lines defending freedom to leaders in governments protecting sensitive information.
- In some cases, Proton’s services have even been instrumental in saving lives by enabling secure and private communications in high-risk situations.
- Proton is a profitable company that does not rely upon VC funding, supporting over 100 million user accounts with a growing team of over 500 people from over 50 different countries, from the world's top companies and universities.
- We value intelligence, learning potential, and ambition in our hiring process.
- Adaptability is key as we navigate uncharted territories and redefine how business is conducted online.
- Hiring at Proton is highly selective, with less than 1% of candidates hired.
- We believe smaller teams of exceptional talent will always prevail over larger teams with lower talent density.
- You will have the opportunity work with many of the world's top minds in their fields, ranging from former international math and science olympiad winners to chess champions.
- We have a global mindset and big ambitions but remain a start-up at heart.
Additional details
- Check our open-source projects here !
- If that's where you do your best work, you'll fit here.
- Define micro-interactions and transitions that serve clarity and feel premium without adding complexity
- Comfortable articulating design rationale to engineers, PMs, and leadership without relying on consensus-seeking
- Background designing privacy-respecting alternatives to mainstream social or community platforms
- Read more about our impact here . 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
- To learn more about our privacy policy, please visit our privacy policy page .
Notes and original content
- The Design Team
- What you will do
- Job requirements
- Who You Are
- Nice to Have
- What We Offer:
- Read more about our impact here .
- 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, Paris. 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?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Proton's original listing at job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
