Brand Designer & Illustrator — United States

About The Company

Runpod is the AI Developer Cloud platform trusted by over one million developers ranging from independent researchers to teams operating frontier AI models in production. Our platform enables users to experiment, train, fine-tune, deploy, and scale AI all in one place. Having processed more than 20 billion inference requests, Runpod is at the forefront of AI infrastructure innovation. Following a successful $100 million Series A funding round in June 2026, we are poised for rapid growth and are building the next-generation platform that developers worldwide will rely on. As a remote-first, agile team, we value ownership, speed, and impactful work that serves a global developer community.

About The Role

We are seeking a talented Brand Designer and Illustrator to shape the visual identity of Runpod across product launches, marketing campaigns, events, and more. This is a hands-on creative role within our Brand team, collaborating closely with the Senior Video Producer to bring innovative ideas to life. You will translate complex and abstract AI and infrastructure concepts into clear, engaging visuals that resonate with our audience of over one million developers. Your work will include expanding and evolving our illustration library to establish a distinctive, cohesive visual language that is uniquely Runpod, moving beyond generic cloud and AI imagery. This position requires a passion for design craftsmanship, fresh creative thinking, and the ability to simplify technical subjects through compelling visual storytelling.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional design experience in-house or at an agency.

• A strong portfolio showcasing original illustration work, thoughtful design decisions, and a unique visual style.

• Proven ability to simplify complex or technical concepts into clear, engaging visuals.

• Expertise in technical diagramming, illustration, information design, or visual storytelling.

• Experience working within and evolving an established brand system.

• Proficiency in Figma, with a solid understanding of typography, composition, layout, and color theory.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications.

• Experience designing print materials and event assets, including preparing production-ready files and collaborating with vendors.

• Strong project management skills, capable of independently handling multiple projects, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.

• Experience using AI-assisted design tools for creative exploration and iteration, with discernment about their appropriate application.

• Demonstrated ownership mentality, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to contributing new ideas.

• Successful completion of a background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Create original illustrations and visuals that clarify complex technical concepts such as GPUs, serverless computing, clusters, and AI infrastructure.

• Expand and maintain Runpod’s illustration library to ensure a consistent and distinctive visual language across all brand touchpoints including website, campaigns, product launches, social media, and events.

• Design clear, visually engaging technical diagrams and architecture illustrations that balance accuracy with storytelling.

• Develop visual assets supporting product launches, marketing campaigns, landing pages, social media posts, paid advertisements, and presentations.

• Provide creative support for marketing initiatives including email campaigns, sales materials, and event collateral.

• Design and prepare print materials such as event signage, booth graphics, and swag, coordinating with vendors to ensure quality production.

• Create and expand reusable design components, illustration libraries, and templates to improve team efficiency and content consistency.

• Collaborate with the Senior Animator on storyboards and visual concepts, preparing design assets suitable for animation workflows.

• Manage multiple projects and timelines independently, communicating progress clearly and delivering high-quality work on schedule.

• Explore and integrate new creative tools and AI-assisted workflows to enhance efficiency while maintaining originality and brand integrity.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary range of $99,700 - $132,900 USD, commensurate with skills and experience.

• Meaningful equity through Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), allowing you to share in the company’s growth and success.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with 90% of premiums covered for employees and their dependents.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and no waiting period.

• Flexible paid time off policy to support work-life balance and personal recharge.

• Remote-first work environment supported by a collaborative team primarily communicating via Slack.

• $1,200 home office and equipment stipend to ensure you have the right tools from day one.

• A passionate, innovative team focused on AI infrastructure where culture, learning, and ownership are core values.

Equal Opportunity

Runpod is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and upholding the principles of equality and respect for all individuals. We believe that diversity in all its forms strengthens our team and enhances our innovation. As an equal opportunity employer, we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.