Twitch is hiring UX Designer, San Francisco

Twitch, the world’s preeminent live-streaming platform, is seeking a high-caliber UX Designer to join our Monetization Team at our global headquarters in San Francisco, CA. This is not just a design role; it is an opportunity to architect the economic future of the creator economy.

At Twitch, monetization is more than a transaction—it is a social interaction. From “Bits” and “Sub-Gifting” to innovative ad experiences, your work will directly impact how millions of creators earn a living while ensuring the experience remains rewarding and organic for viewers. This role requires a sophisticated blend of systems thinking, psychological empathy, and high-fidelity visual craft.

Job Overview

• Company Name: Twitch (an Amazon subsidiary)
• Position: UX Designer, Monetization
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Primary Location: San Francisco, California, United States (Headquarters)
• Experience Level: Mid-Senior (3+ Years)
• Design Tools: Figma (Expert Proficiency Required)
• Reporting To: Director of Design

Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits

Twitch provides a highly competitive total compensation package that reflects the high cost of living and the elite talent pool in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Annual Base Salary Range (San Francisco)

$135,500 — $184,000 USD

Total Compensation Package

Your financial package extends beyond the base salary. As part of the Amazon ecosystem, your “Total Comp” (TC) will include:

• Sign-on Bonuses: Cash payments typically distributed over the first two years of employment.
• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs): Amazon equity that vests over a four-year period, allowing you to share in the long-term success of the parent company.
• 401(k) Plan: Includes company matching to help secure your financial future.

Premium Perks

• Healthcare: Top-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, including Disability coverage.
• Life Support: Maternity and Parental Leave, plus Adoption and Surrogacy reimbursement.
• Work-Life Harmony: Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy and mental health support via the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Exclusive Discounts: Significant Amazon employee discounts and access to a Medical Advice Line.

About the Team: Monetization UX

The Monetization UX Team is the engine of sustainable growth. Our mission is to build and evolve systems that enable creators to thrive. We believe that revenue opportunities should feel like a natural extension of the community, not an intrusion.

As a designer on this team, you will:

• Lead at Scale: Own design work at the project level, from initial whiteboarding to pixel-perfect launch.

• Collaborate Across Verticals: Partner with Product Managers, Engineers, and Data Scientists to find the “sweet spot” between business goals and user trust.

• Influence Leadership: Present your design logic and research findings to executive stakeholders, acting as the primary advocate for the user experience.

• Mentor: Guide junior designers, fostering a culture of excellence and inclusive design.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be deeply embedded in the full product lifecycle.

Discovery & Strategy

• User Advocacy: Learn directly from streamers and viewers to understand their motivations, pain points, and desires regarding digital spending.
• Hypothesis Development: Combine qualitative research with quantitative data (metrics like conversion, churn, and engagement) to develop design hypotheses.
• Creative Problem Solving: Think beyond the “buy button.” You will solve complex problems that sustain a streamer’s long-term financial journey.

Design Execution

• High-Fidelity Craft: Utilize Figma to create interactive prototypes and production-ready assets for mobile and desktop environments.
• System Thinking: Contribute to and improve the Twitch Design System, ensuring that monetization patterns remain consistent across the platform.
• Rapid Iteration: Participate in design reviews and feedback sessions, elegantly solving problems through multiple rounds of refinement.

Candidate Profile: Qualifications

We are looking for a designer who possesses a “product-first” mindset and an aesthetic eye.

Minimum Requirements

• Professional Experience: 3+ years of practical UX design experience, specifically focused on content discovery or content engagement.
• E-Commerce Expertise: A proven track record in monetization, digital commerce, or high-transaction user flows.
• Technical Mastery: Expert-level skills in Figma and mobile prototyping.
• Analytical Empathy: The ability to make confident design decisions based on a deep empathy for the people using your products.
• Collaborative Spirit: Demonstrated success in working alongside researchers, PMs, and engineering teams.

Bonus Qualifications (The “Extra Mile”)

• Consumer Software: Experience designing for large-scale consumer apps (millions of users).
• AI Innovation: Experience with AI tooling or designing AI-driven features.
• Research Skills: Ability to execute your own research plans and talk to real customers.
• Academic Background: Formal education in Design, HCI (Human-Computer Interaction), or Interaction Design.

Why San Francisco?

Working from Twitch Headquarters in San Francisco puts you at the epicenter of the tech world. You will be working in a creative hub where the culture of “streaming” was born. Our SF office is designed to foster collaboration, featuring spaces that reflect the vibrant, diverse communities we serve.

Legal Disclosure: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Twitch will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Application Strategy

To succeed in the interview process, we recommend focusing your portfolio on impact. Don’t just show beautiful screens; show the data that drove your design decisions and the business results your monetization features achieved. Highlight your ability to manage the delicate balance between “making money” and “keeping users happy.”