Create research-driven, accessible, and responsive UI/UX for web and mobile: conduct user and market research, produce wireframes and interactive prototypes, maintain the design system, collaborate with development, and run usability testing to iterate on product experiences.
Summary:
The Product Design Associate plays a key role in shaping user-centered digital products by bridging user needs with technical feasibility. This position focuses on delivering intuitive, accessible, and visually compelling experiences through research-driven design. By conducting user and market research, crafting wireframes and prototypes, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, the Associate ensures that product designs align with business goals and user expectations. The role is essential in maintaining design consistency through the design system and driving continuous improvement via usability testing and feedback loops.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct user and market research to inform design decisions and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Develop user flows, wireframes, and interactive prototypes to visualize and validate product concepts.
- Design responsive, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces across web and mobile platforms.
- Maintain and evolve the company’s design system to ensure consistency and scalability.
- Collaborate closely with development teams throughout implementation to ensure accurate and effective design execution.
- Participate in product reviews, usability testing sessions, and feedback iterations to refine and optimize user experiences.
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