Nex creates technology that helps families stay active through play. Founded by parents, the company develops motion-based gaming experiences that encourage children and adults to move, learn, and have fun together.

Its flagship product, Nex Playground, combines motion tracking with interactive games, fitness activities, educational content, and family-friendly entertainment. Designed with privacy and safety in mind, the platform meets kidSAFE+ and COPPA standards and is built to be accessible for players of different ages and abilities.

The content library continues to expand with dozens of interactive experiences, including collaborations with well-known entertainment and educational brands. Nex has also received recognition from leading industry organizations for innovation, product design, and family entertainment.

Location

Remote (United States) or San Jose, California

Salary

$125,000 – $175,000 per year

Contract

3-month contract with the possibility of becoming a full-time position.

About the Role

Nex is looking for an experienced Product Designer to shape the user experience of its Playground platform. You'll help create intuitive, engaging experiences that make it easy for families to discover, navigate, and enjoy interactive content together.

Working alongside product managers and engineers, you'll improve key user journeys—from onboarding and content discovery to long-term engagement—while helping define the future of the platform.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end UX and UI design for the Playground operating system.
• Design intuitive navigation, settings, and gameplay experiences for both children and adults.
• Create web-based account management features that complement the device experience.
• Partner closely with product, engineering, and marketing teams to turn ideas into polished user experiences.
• Produce wireframes, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using modern design tools.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to validate concepts and improve product decisions.
• Help develop and evolve a consistent design system across web and device experiences.
• Promote user-centered design practices and encourage customer-focused decision making across teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Product Design, UX, or UI design.
• Strong understanding of modern product development processes.
• Portfolio demonstrating high-quality consumer product design and interaction thinking.
• Excellent visual design, interaction design, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Figma or similar design and prototyping tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Comfortable tackling ambiguous problems and turning them into clear design solutions.
• Passion for designing products that bring families together through technology.

Nice to Have

• Experience designing operating systems or TV/"10-foot" interfaces.
• User research and usability testing experience.
• Background designing entertainment or content-driven platforms.
• Experience creating or maintaining scalable design systems.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible working hours and generous vacation policy.
• Collaborative, product-focused culture with strong opportunities for professional growth.
• Opportunity to work with innovative motion gaming technology and help shape the future of interactive family entertainment.

Nex welcomes applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification listed. Diverse backgrounds and experiences are valued, and applicants are encouraged to apply even if they don't match every requirement.

Nex is committed to building an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs, regardless of race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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