Digital Product Designer (m/f/x)

As a Digital Product Designer at Scalable Capital, your primary responsibilities include creating delightful user interfaces and experiences, taking full ownership of the design lifecycle from ideation to pixel-perfect delivery, and collaborating with product owners and engineering teams. You’ll be designing across various platforms and ensuring a consistent implementation of the design language in all projects.

Candidates for the Digital Product Designer position at Scalable Capital should have a minimum of 3 years of industry experience, an excellent understanding of design patterns across different platforms, and a strong portfolio demonstrating creative problem-solving. Proficiency in modern design software like Figma and the ability to communicate effectively in English or German are also essential.

Working as a Digital Product Designer at Scalable Capital offers you invaluable experience in a fast-growing fintech startup. You'll be part of a diverse team creating impactful products, which enhances your skills and portfolio. The company's commitment to professional development through knowledge sharing and education budgets also contributes positively to your career growth.

The culture at Scalable Capital is inclusive, collaborative, and focused on innovation. As a Digital Product Designer, you'll be part of an international team that values creativity and problem-solving. The company promotes work-life balance with flexible vacation policies and opportunities to work from abroad, while fostering an environment that encourages continuous learning.

A Digital Product Designer at Scalable Capital should be familiar with modern design tools such as Figma for prototyping and micro-animations. Knowledge of various design approaches and methodologies is also beneficial, as you will work on creating designs for responsive web and mobile applications.

In approaching user-centered design, I begin by conducting thorough user research to understand the needs and pain points of users. I then create personas to guide my design decisions, ensuring that the solutions I develop not only meet business requirements but also enhance the overall user experience.

My design process typically starts with research and user analysis, followed by ideation and sketching. Once I have a solid concept, I create wireframes and prototypes using design software like Figma, allowing for iterative testing and feedback before finalizing the designs.

I view feedback as an essential part of the design process. I encourage open communication with stakeholders, listen carefully to their insights, and reflect on how their suggestions can improve the designs. Being adaptable and responsive to feedback is key to delivering successful products.

One of my favorite projects was creating a mobile app for a financial service. It was particularly rewarding because I had the opportunity to simplify complex information for users. The success of the project, reflected in high user engagement and positive feedback, made it even more fulfilling.

I prioritize features based on user research, business goals, and technical feasibility. I often use a weighted decision matrix to evaluate the impact of each feature, ensuring that I align my designs with both user needs and strategic objectives.

I believe that trends such as inclusive design, voice user interfaces, and dark mode will significantly impact digital product design. As users become more diverse and technology evolves, adapting to these trends is essential in creating relevant and user-friendly products.

To ensure consistency, I develop a comprehensive design system that includes guidelines for style, components, and interactions. By utilizing shared assets and documentation, I can maintain a coherent user experience across web, iOS, and Android platforms throughout the lifecycle of projects.

Collaboration is crucial in my design process. I engage with cross-functional teams including product owners, developers, and marketers throughout the project lifecycle. This collaboration helps ensure that the end designs not only meet user needs but are also technically feasible and aligned with business goals.

I measure the success of my designs through metrics like user engagement, conversion rates, and customer satisfaction surveys. Following up post-launch is essential to gain insights into user interactions, allowing me to refine and improve the product continuously.

My creativity is inspired by various sources, including art, nature, and user experiences. I find it helpful to explore different perspectives and ideas by engaging with other designers, attending workshops, and keeping up with industry trends and innovations.