Senior Product Designer (hybrid)

A Senior Product Designer at Rewind plays a crucial role in shaping the user experience of our innovative backup solutions. This position entails leading the entire product design process, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create user-centered designs that align with business goals and user needs. You'll be responsible for wireframing, prototyping, conducting user research, and advocating for the best user experience throughout product development.

Candidates for the Senior Product Designer role at Rewind should have over 7 years of experience in product design, with a portfolio that showcases their expertise in B2B SaaS products. Proficiency in wireframing and prototyping tools like Figma is essential, as is a strong understanding of UX principles, interaction design, and visual design. Additionally, excellent communication skills are crucial for articulating design decisions to stakeholders.

Rewind promotes a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture that values teamwork, performance, and creativity. As a Senior Product Designer, you'll be encouraged to take the initiative, share your ideas, and collaborate closely with other teams, all while enjoying a fun atmosphere that embraces the startup spirit. Our flexible work-life approach allows for a healthy balance between personal and professional commitments.

At Rewind, we prioritize the development of our employees. As a Senior Product Designer, you have access to a yearly professional development allowance of $5000, which you can use for courses, conferences, books, and certifications. We also provide paid Level Up days to ensure you're continually advancing your skills in a supportive environment.

The design process at Rewind for a Senior Product Designer is collaborative and user-driven. You'll start with discovery and research, generating insights that inform your design decisions. You’ll create wireframes and prototypes and partake in user testing to refine your designs. This iterative process champions feedback from team members and users, ensuring an optimal final product that aligns with user needs.

At Rewind, Senior Product Designers predominantly use Figma for wireframing, prototyping, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Additionally, familiarity with tools for user testing and research, along with a good understanding of design systems, will enhance your contributions to our products.

While not mandatory, experience in startup environments is advantageous for the Senior Product Designer role at Rewind. The fast-paced and dynamic nature of startups differs from larger organizations, making adaptability, creative problem-solving, and a proactive mindset valuable assets in ensuring success within our team.

During my design process, I start with extensive research to understand user needs and project requirements. I create wireframes and interactive prototypes, refining them through iterative feedback from both users and colleagues. I prioritize user-centered designs that focus on addressing pain points, and I ensure that my final designs align with business objectives. This process helps deliver high-quality, user-friendly products.

I approach user research by first defining the objectives and questions that need answering. I utilize methods like surveys, interviews, and usability testing to collect valuable insights. This data helps inform my design decisions and ensures that the products we create resonate with the target audience. I believe that deepening our understanding of user needs directly enhances the design and functionality of our products.

I welcome feedback on my design ideas as it is essential for growth and improvement. When I receive feedback, I analyze it to identify common themes and actionable insights. I communicate clearly with stakeholders to understand their perspectives and then iterate on the design accordingly. It's important to maintain a positive attitude and stay open to constructive criticism to enhance the product effectively.

I've worked extensively in Agile environments where I collaborated with Product Managers and development teams. In these environments, I participate in sprint planning sessions, facilitate design reviews, and adjust designs based on evolving project timelines and stakeholder feedback. This flexibility ensures that the design aligns with product development cycles and allows for constant innovation.

To ensure consistency in my designs, I establish a design system that includes standardized components, guidelines, and style guides. This tool serves as a reference for the entire team, facilitating cohesive product development across different features. I regularly review designs against the system to maintain high-quality standards and ensure that users have a seamless experience when interacting with our products.

One challenging design problem I faced was optimizing a complex user flow for a B2B SaaS application. After conducting user research, I identified points of confusion and friction in the flow. I created alternative wireframes, tested them with users, and gathered feedback to refine the design. This iterative approach resulted in a significantly improved user experience, reducing time on task by 30% for users navigating the application.

To measure the success of my design, I focus on key metrics such as user satisfaction, task completion rates, time on task, and engagement levels post-launch. Additionally, I conduct usability tests and analyze user feedback to gather qualitative data that complements the quantitative metrics. Together, these insights help inform future design iterations and enhancements.

I stay updated with design trends and tools by actively following industry leaders, participating in webinars, and engaging in design communities. I read design blogs and publications regularly, and I often attend conferences to network with other designers and learn about new tools and methodologies. Continuous learning is key to my growth as a designer.

Collaboration is at the heart of my design process. Engaging with cross-functional teams, including product managers and engineers, facilitates the exchange of ideas that shape robust design solutions. I encourage open discussions about design rationale and actively seek feedback throughout the process. This multidisciplinary approach ensures that the final product meets both user needs and technical feasibility.

User-centered design means placing the user at the forefront of the design process. It involves deeply understanding user needs, behaviors, and pain points, as well as continuously iterating based on user feedback. This approach ensures that the products we design not only meet business goals but also provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences for users. It's all about empathy and advocacy for the end-user throughout development.