About

Who We Are

• KEV builds mission-critical financial software for K12 schools across North America. Our platform provides real-time visibility and control over how funds are collected and managed, replacing fragmented workflows with secure, modern systems that schools rely on every day.
• Trusted by more than 27,000 K12 schools managing over $8B annually, KEV delivers mission-critical software for payments, accounting, and reporting, where reliability and security matter. Headquartered in Toronto with teams across North America, we are scaling quickly and investing deeply in cloud-native, data-driven technology.
• KEV is a place for people who care about building durable software at scale and doing work that has real impact in public education. We focus on solving hard problems, raising the bar on engineering craft, and building products that earn long-term trust from the communities we serve.
• About the Role
• We are looking for an exceptional Product Designer to help shape software that schools rely on every day to manage and move money with confidence. This role sits at the intersection of design, finance, and public education, where clarity, trust, and usability are critical.
• You will spend time getting close to customers through research, ongoing discovery, and usability testing. You will also draw on data, partner input, and real-world product usage to inform decisions and guide your work.
• You bring a high bar for craft and genuinely care about designing experiences customers enjoy using. You balance intuition with evidence, pay attention to the details that matter, and iterate with intention until the work feels clear, thoughtful, and trustworthy.
• How You’ll Contribute
• Understand the problem: You will get close to customers, workflows, and data to understand what matters, what’s broken, and where design can make the biggest difference.
• Define and explore solutions: You will turn discovery and requirements into clear problem definitions, then explore multiple approaches through sketching, prototyping, and iteration to surface strong solutions.
• Validate with users: You will conduct and participate in user research and usability testing, using feedback and evidence to validate assumptions and guide design decisions.
• Design clear, usable experiences: You will design intuitive, accessible interfaces and user flows across web and mobile, making complex tasks feel straightforward and trustworthy.
• Communicate and deliver with quality: You will communicate ideas through clear design artifacts, produce strong design specifications, and partner closely with Engineering to ensure accurate, high-quality implementation.
• Learn, iterate, and raise the bar: You will continuously improve designs using customer feedback, analytics, and real-world usage, contribute to the design system, and bring best practices that raise the standard for design at KEV.
• Who You Are
• 3–5 years of experience as a Product Designer, ideally working on B2B SaaS products
• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in UX Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Strong design fundamentals across interaction, visual design, and usability, with a consistent eye for clarity, accessibility, and detail on desktop and mobile
• Comfortable applying UX methodologies, conducting user research, building prototypes, and running usability testing to inform decisions
• Advanced proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar
• A strong product thinker who can balance user needs with business goals and technical constraints
• Clear communicator and collaborative partner, comfortable working closely with Product Managers, Engineers, and other stakeholders
• Able to manage multiple initiatives and priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high bar for quality
• What We Offer
• Competitive compensation – We believe in rewarding great work with fair, competitive pay.
• Meaningful benefits– Because your well-being matters; both at work and at home.
• Retirement Savings Support – We help you plan for your future with company-matched programs, including RRSP matching in Canada and 401(k) contributions in the U.S.
• Professional development – We invest in your growth with ongoing learning, stretch opportunities, and continuing education, including KEV Academy for onboarding and skill-building, plus KEV University, our online platform offering a wide range of courses.
• Hybrid model – 3 days in the office to collaborate and connect, with flexibility the rest of the week.
• Flexible PTO – Take the time you need to recharge with close to 4 weeks of vacation and a company-wide holiday closure
• Office perks – Enjoy a fully stocked snack bar and occasional catered lunches—because we know that great conversations (and ideas) often start around good food.
• Visit our website for more information and details about working at KEV.
• Why You’ll Love Working at KEV
• Make a real difference every day – At KEV, your work supports children, parents, and schools across North America. We don’t just build software, we create solutions that simplify lives and strengthen communities. Our mission is rooted in impact, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of K-12 education.
• The KEV Way – At KEV, you’ll never feel stuck in the status quo. You’ll be part of a team that’s constantly questioning, improving, and innovating—always with one guiding focus: How does this help our schools and the students they serve? It’s a culture that challenges you to do your best work while reminding you why it matters.
• Grow with us – We’re scaling fast, and so are our people. At KEV, you’ll have real opportunities to learn, develop, and shape your career. Whether advancing in your role or exploring a new path, you’ll be supported every step of the way.
• Work alongside excellence – You’ll be part of a team with integrity who treat their colleagues with respect. who are accomplished but humble, collaborative but accountable. It’s a place where you can do your best work while feeling supported and inspired by the people around you.
• Celebrate Community and Culture – At KEV, we connect, recognize, and celebrate our people. Join Club KEV for team-building fun, hear directly from customers in our Voice of Customer Series, stay aligned with Monthly Townhalls, and be inspired by the KEVite Awards, where top contributors are recognized by their peers.
• This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by an individual joining the KEV team in this or any other capacity.
• KEV Group is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with Human Resources or the hiring manager.
• KEV Group is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.
• Visit our website for more information and details about working at KEV.