We are looking for:
Senior UX/UI Designer (Remote)
Strong experience and a proven history of success, meaning excellent skills for UX/UI design, research, wireframing, prototyping, analysis as well as strong aesthetics for pixel-perfect visual graphics and brand-aligned design style implementation throughout our design system and our core brands/products visual presence. This position is part of the UX team and reports to the UX team lead.
Job Responsibilities
Execute on all phases of the UX/UI design process —from helping to evaluate user stories and collecting user feedback to creating user flows, lo-fi/hi-fi wireframing and prototyping, and designing highly professional visuals
Work with and help maintain and improve our design system
Maintain aesthetic coherence across the design system working to find meaningful expressions within brand guidelines and visual identity for each product
Create visually striking UI design, fitting the brand aesthetics and design standards while incorporating usability findings, feedback and metrics
Transform technical insights into informed user-centric design decisions and create complete documentation on flows and interactions
Provide quality assurance of all deliverables within the required design standards
Follow an iterative development timeline to ensure tasks are being completed on time
Perform analysis to help drive UX optimization and efficiency
Develop deep relationships within the organization to understand the needs and establish strong user-centric brand-aligned solutions throughout the business
Collaborate in cross-functional capacities with the UX, engineering, creative, and marketing teams, to build concepts, graphics and layouts for our products
Communicate with product and engineering teams as well as business stakeholders and executive leadership
Troubleshoot problems as they arise with the UX team
Assist in the daily duties of the UX team
Stay up to date with new production techniques and design trends through research and education
Implement feedback from leadership and partners to refine and revise work and help with improving processes
Manage responsibilities with little supervision
Organize and maintain all project assets
Prepare mockup images for online and mobile applications
Receive creative direction
Maintain a positive attitude while giving and receiving constructive criticism to make improvements and take appropriate corrective actions with a high level of empathy and understanding for various people, positions, and cultures
Resumes will not be considered without an accompanying portfolio
Experience
Experience with industry standard design software (Figma)
Knowledge of best UX practices
Knowledge of how to balance design and tactical priorities
Understanding of the systems development life cycle
Creativity and problem solving skills
Ability to deal with ambiguity and incomplete information
Deadline-oriented time management and multitasking abilities
High attention to detail
Proven success working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Ability to critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources
Committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment
Must possess a strong work ethic
Proficiency in macOS and Google Suite is a big plus
Bachelor’s degree in user experience, information architecture, product design, graphic design or equivalent required IF less than 5 years of professional working experience OR provable equivalent of real world / self-taught education
Working knowledge of frontend javascript frameworks is a plus
Experience in blockchain-related projects will be highly appreciated
Knowledge and basic/broad understanding of enterprise blockchain solutions, including payments and identity systems is a very big plus
Skills
Strong graphic design skills for web and mobile applications
Solution focused
Extremely detail oriented
Highly efficient and organized
Excellent analytical and time-management skills
Good communication skills in English (both written and spoken, above average)
Strong aesthetic visual design skills
Creative thinking
Knowledge and understanding of front-end web/mobile development with emphasis on pixel perfection
Basic level of animation skills and/or understanding of basic animation principles a big plus
Likes taking ownership, has self-starter character, and enjoys driving projects from beginning to end
Ability to manage several projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
Experienced in communicating clearly and confidently with fellow team members and executives
Interpersonal skills with ability to quickly create trust-based relationships
Must be proficient in Telegram for most work communication (or a very fast learner)
Willing and eager to learn
Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges
Working Conditions
Flexible 40-hour work week
Possibility of relocation to Thailand and help with settlement process
Permanent, full-time position
International team of professionals
Relaxed work environment
Quarter bonuses based on productivity
Possibility to work from offices around the globe
Possibility to visit global meetups and conferences for education and/or for giving a speech
Seniority Level
Senior (at least 5 years strong professional experience)
Employment Type
Full-Time (Remote)
Job Function
UX/UI, Design, Research, Mobile, Web, Front-End, Creative
Industry
Fintech, Blockchain, Information Technology
Compensation
Salary and other benefits are TBD based on experience and fit
This is a remote position, though we do maintain physical offices in Japan, Russia, Thailand, Cambodia, and Switzerland —which you would be welcome to stop by if you're in one of those regions. There is also the possibility of relocation to Thailand and help with the settlement process, however it doesn’t mean that office hours are required, you can still work remotely of course just as before.
SORAMITSU is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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From the creation of domestic and cross-border payment systems, to the development of our own decentralized autonomous economy, our projects and use case studies represent the next-generation of fintech. The company was established in 2016 and currently employs more than 90 people across the globe.
In 2020, SORAMITSU was recognized by Central Banking as the "Central Bank Digital Currency Partner of the Year". We have many widely recognized projects in both enterprise/institutional and crypto, including Bakong, Hyperledger Iroha, Polkaswap, Fearless Wallet, KAGOME, FUHON, and of course, SORA. You can familiarize yourself with our various activities by visiting our homepage at soramitsu.co.jp.
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