Product Designer

Shape the Future of Travel Experiences at Carla Car Rental:

Join Us as Product Designer!

Are you a designer who's passionate about shaping meaningful, user-centric products and building experiences people genuinely enjoy using?

At Carla Car Rental, we're rethinking how travelers experience car rental. With a mobile-first approach, we connect travelers with the best car rental options, protection plans, and more, making the journey seamless from start to finish.

We Prioritize Customer Experience and Embrace Innovation:

As a product-first company, we believe great experiences are built at the intersection of strong product thinking, thoughtful design, and deep customer empathy. Design is not decoration at Carla; it's a core part of how we solve problems, make decisions, and grow.

You can download the Carla app:

https://apps.apple.com/app/id1035631234

https://play.google.com/store

Role Overview:

As a Product Designer at Carla, you'll work closely with Product Managers, Engineers, and Customer Experience teams to design intuitive, scalable, and delightful experiences across our mobile and web platforms, as well as marketing touchpoints that bring our brand to life.

This role spans both product and marketing design. You'll own the end-to-end product design process while also contributing to marketing assets such as landing pages, campaign visuals, and social media content. We're looking for a versatile designer who can switch contexts fluidly and maintain quality across both disciplines.

We also value designers who embrace AI as a creative partner, using tools like Midjourney and LLMs to accelerate ideation, iteration, and delivery.

This role is ideal for someone who cares deeply about craft but thinks in systems, outcomes, and impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of product design projects across mobile and web, from discovery and ideation to prototyping, testing, and final delivery
• Design user-centric experiences that balance customer needs, business goals, and technical feasibility
• Create marketing design assets, including landing pages, campaign visuals, and social content
• Translate research, insights, and data into clear user flows, wireframes, high-fidelity designs, and prototypes
• Partner closely with Product and Engineering to ship high-quality features efficiently
• Continuously improve and scale our design system, ensuring consistency and flexibility as the product grows
• Leverage AI tools (Midjourney, Higgsfield, Canva AI, etc.) to enhance creative output and speed up workflows
• Use LLMs like ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini for research, UX writing, and workflow optimization
• Collaborate with Customer Experience to understand real user pain points and close feedback loops
• Participate in brainstorming, critique sessions, and product discussions, contributing ideas beyond pure execution
• Make thoughtful trade-offs to move fast while maintaining a high bar for quality and usability

What We Seek in You:

• 2+ years of experience in product design for mobile and web, with a portfolio showcasing end-to-end thinking
• Solid understanding of UX principles, interaction design, and visual design
• Strong visual and marketing design skills, comfortable creating assets beyond product UI
• Proficiency in Figma (must-have)
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or Affinity Suite
• Familiarity with AI design tools (Midjourney, Higgsfield, Canva AI, or similar)
• Experience using LLMs (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) for research, copywriting, or workflow enhancement
• Bonus: interest or experience in vibe coding / no-code prototyping
• Experience designing and working with design systems at scale
• Proven experience collaborating with Product Managers and Engineers to ship real products
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, agile environment with evolving priorities
• A customer-first mindset with no ego, focused on building the right thing, not just the nicest thing
• Ability to work independently, handle ambiguity, and proactively drive work forward
• Excellent written and spoken English (minimum C1 level)

How to Apply:

Please submit your application along with a portfolio showcasing your work. A PDF, Figma link, personal website, or Behance profile all work.

Our Hiring Process:

1. HR Interview: A quick chat to get to know you and discuss your background and expectations
2. Case Study: You'll receive a short design challenge to complete on your own time
3. Product Team Interview: A deeper dive into your design process, portfolio, and how you approach problems
4. CEO Interview: A conversation about culture fit, vision, and what excites you about Carla

We aim to keep the process smooth and respectful of your time. We'll keep you informed at every step.

What We Offer:

• Stay on the cutting edge with up-to-date technical equipment, including macOS devices.
• Immerse yourself in an exceptionally innovative and dynamic work environment, where creativity thrives.
• Keep your energy levels up with a fully stocked kitchen, featuring coffee machines, snacks, and refreshing beverages.
• Enjoy additional meal and transportation allowances, demonstrating our commitment to your overall well-being.
• Experience a culture of transparency and open communication among employees, fostering a collaborative atmosphere.
• Embark on a journey of continuous learning and career development, with our encouragement and support.
• Work in a comfortable, centrally-located office in Uskudar, featuring dedicated recreation areas for relaxation.
• Pursue further education and growth with training and development reimbursement opportunities.
• Recharge and unwind with 12 days of vacation from Year 1 of employment.
• Celebrate your special day with a day off on your birthday.
• Experience a welcoming environment with a zero-tolerance policy for toxic behavior, ensuring a harmonious and respectful workplace for all.
• Join us in having fun during our office events, creating memorable moments together.

Carla embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.