Emerge Career, a Y Combinator (YC S22) startup, is looking for a Founding Product Designer. The company focuses on workforce development and re-entry training for individuals impacted by the justice system. The role offers a competitive salary and equity. It's an opportunity to join a mission-driven company aiming to disrupt traditional job centers with a tech-powered solution.

Emerge Career's mission is to break the cycle of poverty and incarceration. Their platform provides training and job placement services, aiming to improve employment rates and earnings for justice-impacted individuals. The company has already seen success, with high graduation and job placement rates. The position requires a designer who is hands-on and outcome-oriented.

The ideal candidate will be someone who prototypes quickly, tests with users, and focuses on measurable results. They will collaborate directly with users and be involved in all aspects of product development. The role blends design, product, and engineering. The company is backed by notable investors and is working to address critical issues in workforce development.

This role is a chance to make a tangible impact by building a product that truly matters. The new hire will be instrumental in shaping the user experience. Emerge Career's focus on technology offers a unique approach to workforce development. The company is poised to redefine how people access second-chance opportunities.