Senior Product Designer

As a Senior Product Designer at Brisk Teaching, your key responsibilities will include leading end-to-end product design, conducting user research, and iterating on designs based on feedback and business needs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft user-centered solutions and engage in usability testing to drive informed design decisions.

To qualify for the Senior Product Designer position at Brisk Teaching, candidates should have over four years of experience in product design and UX/UI. A strong portfolio showing design work and expertise in tools like Figma is essential. Previous experience in an early-stage venture-backed company is also preferred.

The Senior Product Designer plays a crucial role in fulfilling Brisk Teaching's mission by creating intuitive and engaging solutions that help teachers and students maximize their classroom experiences. Your design work directly influences the effectiveness of our AI-powered tools that simplify teaching processes.

At Brisk Teaching, a Senior Product Designer can expect a supportive and collaborative work culture that values creativity and innovation. You'll work closely with dedicated technologists, educators, and the founding team, all united in enhancing education through technology.

Yes! Brisk Teaching encourages professional growth and development for its Senior Product Designers. You will have the opportunity to take on leadership roles within the design team and contribute to the evolution of our design processes and product offerings.

When discussing my design process for a new feature, I talk about how I start from user research to understand the needs and pain points of our users. I then create wireframes and prototypes for iterative testing, seeking feedback from stakeholders and users throughout the process to refine the designs.

I prioritize user feedback by integrating it into every stage of the design process. After initial concepts, I actively seek user input through usability tests and surveys, making sure to balance their insights with business goals. This approach ensures that our designs are not only user-friendly but also align with strategic objectives.

I have extensive experience using Figma for prototyping, where I leverage its collaborative features to work efficiently with teams. I believe in using Figma's interactive capabilities to create high-fidelity prototypes that really showcase the user experience, making it easier for stakeholders to visualize the product.

One challenging design problem I faced was optimizing a complicated user flow for an educational app. I gathered user feedback to identify pain points, then utilized that insight to redesign the flow into a more intuitive experience, significantly improving user satisfaction.

I stay updated on design trends and UX best practices by regularly reading industry blogs, attending webinars, and participating in design communities. Engaging with other designers helps me to continuously learn and apply innovative ideas in my work.

For usability testing, I conduct both moderated and unmoderated tests, focusing on how real users interact with the design. I utilize tools like UserTesting and encourage participants to think aloud as they navigate the product, collecting qualitative and quantitative feedback that informs my design decisions.

I ensure regular communication with engineers throughout the design process. I share my design rationale and gather input on technical feasibility, using collaborative tools to document design specifications and maintain alignment as we move from design to development.

I prioritize clear and engaging storytelling in my presentations to articulate design decisions. I use data and user research to back my points, ensuring that all stakeholders understand the reasoning and value behind each design choice.

When faced with tight deadlines, I prioritize essential features and utilize rapid prototyping techniques. I ensure to maintain quality by establishing clear criteria for what constitutes an acceptable design deliverable, keeping an open line of communication with the team to manage expectations.

In a past project, I worked directly with educators by hosting workshops to gather insights on their daily challenges. This collaboration allowed me to design solutions that were not only functional but also genuinely supportive of their teaching methods, enhancing user satisfaction and product effectiveness.