Job Description
As a key member of the design team, you will take full ownership of all existing and new Tableland user interfaces, overseeing the entire lifecycle from initial concept design to final user experience implementation. This role requires close collaboration with the CTO to align design strategies with technical vision and business goals. You will also coordinate cross-functional implementation efforts, ensuring seamless integration of design solutions with development workflows. A critical responsibility involves building a deep understanding of the diverse Tableland community, including builders, developers, partners, investors, and end-users, to identify pain points and opportunities for improvement. You will work across teams to research and define both long-term design strategies and short-term tactical initiatives that drive user engagement and product innovation. Additionally, you will be responsible for designing early product concepts, conducting rapid prototyping, and testing these ideas within the team and the broader community to validate feasibility and gather feedback. The role also emphasizes experimentation and optimization of user journeys, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance usability and conversion rates.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end development of Tableland user interfaces, ensuring alignment with user needs, business objectives, and technical constraints.
- Collaborate with the CTO and senior leadership to translate strategic goals into actionable design and user experience initiatives.
- Coordinate with development teams, product managers, and stakeholders to ensure timely and high-quality implementation of design solutions.
- Conduct in-depth research on community participants (builders, developers, partners, investors, etc.) to uncover insights that inform design decisions.
- Develop and refine design systems, style guides, and user interface frameworks to maintain consistency across all Tableland products.
- Facilitate user testing sessions, gather feedback, and iterate on design concepts to improve usability and user satisfaction.
- Design and execute A/B tests, usability studies, and other experiments to validate design hypotheses and optimize user interactions.
- Collaborate with marketing and analytics teams to create user-centric experiences that drive engagement and business outcomes.
- Stay updated on emerging design trends, technologies, and user behavior patterns to ensure Tableland remains competitive and innovative.
- Document design processes, user journey maps, and key deliverables to support team knowledge sharing and project transparency.
Job Requirements
- Proven experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end design solutions for web or mobile applications.
- Deep understanding of user-centered design principles, including accessibility, usability, and interaction design.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, product managers, and community stakeholders.
- Ability to translate complex technical requirements into intuitive user interfaces and user experiences.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret user data, conduct competitive analysis, and make informed design decisions.
- Experience with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar for creating wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
- Knowledge of front-end development fundamentals (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to ensure design feasibility and technical alignment.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and creativity.
- Passion for building products that solve real-world problems and deliver exceptional user experiences.
- Excellent problem-solving skills to address design challenges and optimize user interactions for maximum impact.
- Collaborative mindset to foster teamwork, share knowledge, and contribute to a culture of innovation within the organization.
- Ability to adapt to evolving business needs and design requirements while maintaining a consistent user experience strategy.
- Strong attention to detail to ensure design deliverables are polished, functional, and aligned with brand guidelines.
- Experience with agile methodologies and iterative design processes to deliver products in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent time management skills to meet project deadlines while maintaining a high level of design quality and user focus.
