UX/UI Designer

Job Description: UX/UI Designer
Position: UX/UI Designer
Department: Technology and Development
Location: Remote
Type: Full-time

WeStock is a leading provider of software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions tailored to the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. Our innovative platform empowers CPG brands to capture first-party data about their shoppers and subsequently leverage it to serve their customers better.
WeStock has worked with over 500 CPG brands and has 300,000 unique shoppers using the platform. We are excited about our growth spurt and want to add to the team!

Role Overview:
We are seeking a talented and experienced UI/UX Designer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of user-centred design principles and a proven track record of delivering intuitive and visually appealing digital experiences for WeStock’s product. You will work closely with our development team and other stakeholders to create end-user value and ensure a seamless and engaging user experience.
Responsibilities:
Brand Voice and Identity: Incorporate our brand voice and identity through colours, design elements and visual storytelling to create customer delight and a positive brand influence on the platform.

User Research: In collaboration with other team members, conduct user journey research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to understand user needs, behaviours, and pain points.

Information Architecture: Develop and refine information architecture, wireframes, and prototypes to ensure logical flow and ease of use.

Visual Design: Create high-fidelity mockups and design systems that align with our brand guidelines and enhance overall user experience.

Interaction Design: Design user interfaces with a focus on interaction patterns and micro-interactions to improve usability and engagement.

Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and marketers, to ensure design feasibility and alignment with business goals.

Usability Testing: Plan and conduct usability testing sessions to gather feedback and iterate on designs.

Prototyping: Develop interactive prototypes to communicate design concepts and user flows to stakeholders.

Design Systems: Maintain and evolve our design system, ensuring consistency across all digital products and platforms.

Stay Updated: Stay current with the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and technologies and apply best practices to your work.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certification is a plus.

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio showcasing your design process and final deliverables.

Skills:
Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma and Illustrator.
Strong understanding of user-centred design principles and best practices.
Experience with conducting user research and usability testing.
Ability to create wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows, and site maps.
Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail and consistency.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process is a plus.
A basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
Monthly stipend for health and wellness.
Remote work opportunity.
A dynamic and inclusive company culture with opportunities for growth and advancement.
Join WeStock and be part of a company that brings positive change to brands in the CPG industry through its innovative go-to-market platform! We want to hear from you if you are passionate about marketing, customer success, and technology!