Senior UX/UI Designer

2024-11-05
Portugal
BytePitch - Software Labs
About us:
BytePicth lives to unlock the power within. We are on a mission to inspire and enable people and communities to discover, develop and harness their inner capabilities for meaningful and sustainable growth. We focus on providing the tools and resources that foster personal empowerment and collective progress, building technology that has a long-lasting positive impact.

We envision a world where happy and empowered people transform lives through sustainable technology. Our projects touch on multiple industries, allowing us to navigate between different areas and embrace diverse experiences. Tech-wise, we are neither square nor round - we master several tech stacks - and we might be tech experts, but we're people first and foremost, bringing this human approach to our work. By nurturing the holistic well-being of our people, we enable them to become drivers of positive change through the solutions they create. Our commitment to human and business sustainability ensures that everything that we do is balanced and grounded in responsibility, benefiting both present and future generations.

Curious to know more? Then keep reading to learn what’s so special about us:

We are unique: Each of us is one of a kind and here, we find the space and the freedom to be ourselves and express our very own specific needs. We cherish the differences and support people in their uniqueness, unlocking the powers of diversity, equity and inclusion.

We are conscious: We are mindful of the people and communities around us. We seek to gain full knowledge of the contexts in which we act so we can make informed decisions and smart moves and leave a long-lasting positive impact - unlocking the powers of awareness, accountability and sustainability.

We look after each other: People come first and we are all responsible for supporting, protecting and taking care of one another. Respect, empathy, active listening, autonomy, flexibility - these are the cornerstones of our approach. We love people and we prioritise their holistic well-being, unlocking the power of happiness.

We are stronger together: We foster strong, honest, trusting, loyal and long-lasting relationships for funnier, better and more engaged teamwork, unlocking the powers of communication, connection and collaboration.

We go further: We're all about a growth mindset. We are proactive and courageous and we embrace the lessons we can take from failures. We create opportunities for continuous learning, development and transformation - unlocking the powers of creativity, innovation and high performance.

Does this sound like you? Do you think you were born to unlock the power within? Do you see yourself transforming lives through sustainable technology? Then BytePitch is the place for you!

Role:
We're looking for a passionate Senior UX/UI Designer who is immediately available to lead the design efforts to create intuitive, engaging, and impactful experiences across digital products. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, combining your design expertise with a deep understanding of user needs to drive meaningful solutions.
Requirements
You rock at:

Working closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into effective and appealing designs;
Performing user research, usability testing, and data analysis to inform design decisions;
Translating insights from research through the creation of wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that align with user-centred principles;
Distilling simplicity from complex user requirements;
Designing responsive layouts that meet accessibility standards;
Discussing and explaining design options;
Working with the tools of the trade, such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Illustrator, Photoshop, Invision, Axure, Marvel, Overflow, etc.;
Using tools like JIRA and Confluence to facilitate cross-functional collaboration;
Flexibility, decision-making and focusing on the needs of the customer;
Leading large and complex projects;
Defining and prioritising problems to be tackled.


You're good at:

Critical thinking;
Analytical and problem-solving skills;
Attention to detail;
Relationship management skills;
Proactiveness;
Inspiring and motivating teams to achieve their goals;
Demonstrating perseverance and determination in overcoming obstacles;
Listening and communicating;
Leading with empathy:
Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and learning.

Benefits
We offer:

Open-ended contract;
Competitive salary according to your experience;
Additional benefits such as meal allowance, health insurance, extra days off;
Fully remote work;
Flexibility to help you balance the personal and professional aspects of your life;
An inclusive culture where you can be yourself and thrive professionally;
A supportive environment for your overall well-being;
A budget for training;
A personalised development plan based on our career paths;
Opportunities to travel according to the project/client needs;
Face-to-face company events per year to connect with colleagues and strengthen company culture.



At BytePitch, we unlock the power of diversity, equity and inclusion by fostering a diverse work environment - we deeply believe that teams with different perspectives and experiences are stronger. We encourage women, people of colour, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities and/or neurodevelopmental conditions, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, older members of society, and others from minority groups and diverse backgrounds to apply. We actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, therefore decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, sex, gender, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity or disability status. We strive to create an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome, and all employees and contractors of BytePitch are responsible for maintaining a work culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with kindness and respect. Please let us know if you need some adjustments in your recruitment process, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

About the company

BytePitch is a software development company that aims to realize the full potential of the clients' businesses by solving complex problems with technology. Our vision is to change the way the world looks at the software engineering industry services by empowering and creating environments where people have the freedom to explore their creativity and develop solutions that make the world better.
Our projects are based in the UK, US, and Germany and focused on FinTech, BigData and Ecommerce solutions. Tech-wise we are not squared or round, so we work with several tech stacks.
BytePitch culture is simple - autonomy through holacratic behavior. We are in favor of supported self-management, allowing each one to be himself/herself, with a lot of cooperation and fun. We all decide the path forward, learn through sharing achievements, mistakes and take care of each other, in a flat hierarchy tribe.