At Linear, we are on a mission to bring magic back to software. To empower product teams to do their best work, we are building an issue tracking and project management tool that combines UI elegance with world-class performance. Founded in 2019, Linear has become the platform of choice for thousands of high-impact companies to build their products better.
Linear was set up as a fully remote company from the start. Today, our small but mighty team is distributed across North America and Europe. What unites us is relentless focus, fast execution, and our passion for software craftsmanship. We are all makers at heart and care deeply about the quality of our work.
The collective efforts of our designers, engineers, and story tellers have become emblematic for quality design and care for craft in the industry. We're looking for a Creative Lead to steer the visual direction and oversee all branding initiatives at Linear. They must be innovative, dedicated to craft and quality, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
This role is an integral part of our internal creative agency: the Magic Team.
Requirements
Proven ability to lead creative initiatives from ideation to implementation with limited time or resources
Several years of experience leading and designing quality product and services
Excellent visual, UI, motion and interactive design skills
Eye for good design, attention to detail, and a genuine love for the craft
Strong written and verbal communication skills
What you'll do
Communicate Linear's story—what we're building and why it matters
Partner with leadership and GTM stakeholders on marketing and branding campaigns
Champion for the highest bar on quality design across branding initiatives
Direct the teams creative output across various channels
What we offer
Interesting and challenging work
Work life balance
Competitive salary and equity
Employee-friendly equity terms (extended exercise)
Paid lunch and coffee during work days
Work remotely, no commuting to the office
Paid co-working space/desk at an office
Regular team events and offsites
5 weeks paid vacation
4 months paid parental leave
Learn how we think and work
A story about our mission: Read Me
Scatter Brain chat with our CEO, Karri Saarinen: A better way to build Software
Sequoia Capital Spotlight: Designing for the Developers
Forbes: Linear's Developer Tools Are Popular — And Profitable