Senior Product Designer (Berlin, hybrid)

As a Senior Product Designer at Kittl, your main responsibilities include creating compelling user interfaces and experiences that engage users. You'll design websites, landing pages, and micro-apps, focusing on making Kittl's value proposition clear and enticing. Additionally, you'll conduct user research and usability testing, interpret data to inform design decisions, and collaborate with various product teams to maintain design consistency throughout our offerings.

To qualify for the Senior Product Designer role at Kittl, you need at least five years of experience in SaaS or gaming industries, showcasing expertise in high-grade UI/UX product design. A strong portfolio demonstrating your design capabilities, including user experience, typography, and web design, is essential. Proficiency in design tools like Figma, a solid grasp of design principles, and an understanding of metrics and KPIs are also important.

The interview process for a Senior Product Designer at Kittl includes several stages. You'll first have a recruiter interview lasting about 30 minutes. Following that, you'll be required to complete a take-home design assignment or present your portfolio. There will then be a technical interview with the Head of Design, and an interview with both the Head of Design and a Senior Product Manager. Finally, you’ll have a bar raiser interview with the Chief of Staff.

A typical day for a Senior Product Designer at Kittl involves a mix of design work, collaboration, and research. You’ll start by reviewing user feedback and performance metrics, followed by sketching wireframes or prototypes for new design ideas. You'll collaborate with product managers and engineers to discuss the feasibility of designs, conduct user testing, and iterate based on the insights you gather, ensuring that each design aligns with Kittl's vision and user needs.

Senior Product Designers at Kittl enjoy a range of benefits aimed at supporting their professional and personal well-being. This includes flexible working hours, the opportunity to work remotely for up to 10 weeks a year, discounted Urban Sports Club memberships, and a mobility benefit covering public transport tickets. Our supportive work environment, along with up to 30 vacation days annually and engaging company events like Kittl Week, ensures that you can thrive both at work and in your personal life.

When approaching user research, I prioritize understanding the target audience's needs and preferences. I conduct user interviews, surveys, and usability testing to gather qualitative and quantitative insights. This data informs my design decisions, ensuring that the final product resonates with users. At Kittl, I would actively involve cross-functional teams in the research process to gather diverse perspectives.

My design process typically begins with thorough research and understanding user pain points. I’ll create wireframes and prototypes to visualize ideas, followed by iterative testing and feedback sessions with stakeholders. This collaborative approach fosters innovation and ensures that the final UI/UX aligns with user expectations and Kittl's brand standards.

I primarily use Figma due to its collaborative features that allow real-time feedback from team members. I also appreciate tools like Sketch or Adobe XD for initial mockups. The flexibility and integration capabilities of these tools help streamline my workflow and maintain design consistency across projects.

To ensure my designs are user-centered, I engage directly with users through surveys and usability tests, focusing on their feedback throughout the design process. I also adopt a data-driven approach by analyzing user behavior metrics to improve design elements, ensuring that user satisfaction remains at the forefront of every project at Kittl.

I track a variety of metrics, including user engagement rates, conversion rates, and usability test results. Analyzing these KPIs helps me understand the effectiveness of my design solutions and informs future improvements. By aligning these metrics with Kittl’s business objectives, I can demonstrate the impact of design on overall product success.

In a previous project, I faced challenges with user onboarding, where many users dropped off early. I conducted user interviews to identify pain points and then redesigned the onboarding process to be more intuitive and visually engaging. By implementing a step-by-step guide and incorporating user feedback into iterative changes, we increased user retention significantly.

I view feedback and criticism as opportunities for growth and improvement. I encourage open discussions with my team to understand different perspectives and incorporate valuable suggestions into my design work. Maintaining a positive attitude helps me evaluate feedback constructively and make necessary adjustments, which ultimately enhances my designs at Kittl.

To maintain design consistency, I develop and adhere to style guides and design systems that outline visual and functional standards. Regular communication with cross-functional teams ensures alignment on design elements, and I also conduct design reviews to validate that new features integrate seamlessly with existing designs. This is essential for achieving a cohesive user experience at Kittl.

Prioritizing tasks requires a clear understanding of project deadlines and business goals. I usually create a task list based on urgency and impact, allocating my time to high-priority work while balancing immediate needs. Effective communication with my team also helps us coordinate responsibilities and ensure that we stay aligned with Kittl's overall objectives.

My passion for creating user-friendly designs that solve real problems led me to become a product designer. I’m inspired by the potential of design to enhance user experiences and drive business success. At Kittl, I see a unique opportunity to contribute to a cutting-edge design platform while continually pushing the boundaries of creativity.