Product Designer Job at mooncat, Jersey City, NJ

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  • mooncat
  • Jersey City, NJ

Job Description

about MOONCAT

mooncat was made for the others. the misfits. the dreamers. you. the products we dream up aren’t your basic nail polish. every shade is a work of wearable art. a vessel for self-expression with the power to transport you to another space + time. ready to abandon the ordinary?

we’re a band of creative misfits. a cozy collective of unconventional thinkers + strategic risk takers who thrive on ideating + executing innovative ideas that challenge the status quo. our team’s made up of perpetually curious cats. self-starters who enjoy rolling up our sleeves to nimbly execute something awesome together.

check us out on mooncat.com or @mooncat on instagram

about the role

we are seeking a product developer to join our team and contribute to the development and refinement of our nail polish collections. this role is highly hands-on and will begin with foundational responsibilities in material handling, organization, and product testing, with opportunities to grow into advanced formulation and innovation work.

key responsibilities

  • build and maintain a pigment library - organizing colors and materials while capturing their unique strengths, quirks, and character
  • keep detailed records of prototypes, documenting what worked, what didn’t, and the discoveries made along the way
  • test shades and formulas with an obsessive eye, giving feedback on application, opacity, dry time, and overall customer experience
  • explore and test pigments in different bases and formats, always pushing to see how far they can go
  • help reimagine and refine prototypes, shaping them into stronger, more consistent products
  • dive into creative trials, experimenting with bold ideas and unexpected approaches
  • preserve the story of each formula through careful notes, archives, and samples

qualifications & skills

  • a sharp eye for color, texture, and finish , with the ability to notice even the smallest shifts
  • an appreciation for detail and organization , treating every sample and note as part of a larger creative process
  • experimental by nature, with the persistence to keep trying new angles when the first answer doesn’t work
  • independent and self-motivated, able to carry projects forward with focus and care
  • obsessed with the user experience , from the first brushstroke to the final look
  • seeking long-term stability and growth in a role

galactic perks

  • medical, dental and vision benefits covered 75%
  • unlimited vacation / paid time off with minimum use requirements
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave + additional 4 weeks flex return to work program
  • 401k with 4% company match
  • home office expense reimbursement
  • generous employee discount

culture

  • kindness + empathy
  • adaptability & flexibility–comfort with fast paced, rapid change

mooncat is an equal opportunity employer — we believe being successful is directly tied to creating a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment.

Job Tags

Home office, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,

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