Based in San Francisco, we are a well-funded, stealth mode start-up. We are working hard to develop a new and innovative consumer electronics company in an untapped market. We recently raised a significant series A round from well known investors, and are in the midst of designing our first product. Core to the product is a web & mobile solution backed by a significant backend service.

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I​Position Overview:

 

We are looking or an experienced UX/UI Designer to lead interaction and visual design for our first product that is set to launch in the summer of 2013. This person would work closely everyday with our co-founder and head of product, in addition to collaborating with engineering and marketing.

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Our ideal candidate is someone with a strong background in mobile and web design that can drive the company’s creative thinking around the entire software experience of the product.

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Responsibilities:

 

• You are both a strategic thinker and an artist that designs with the user at the center of everything that you do.
• ​You are confident in your ability to design a user experience from scratch that is engaging but elegant and simple to understand and use.
• ​You work best in a collaborative, small team environment and are not deterred by ambiguity or changes in direction as the product evolves.
• ​You are curious about connected devices and the Internet of Things.

 

Qualifications:

 

• 4+ years of experience in UX, UI, visual and/or graphic design
• ​1+ year(s) of experience designing mobile apps through the entire cycle from concept to launch
• ​Fluency with industry tools (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, Balsamiq, Axure) to develop sketches, wireframes, mockups and product-ready assets
• ​Strong intuitive sense for layout, color, and typography
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of rapid prototyping tools is a plus (proficiency with HTML, JavaScript, and CSS)
• ​Solid understanding of current design principals for mobile platforms (iOS and/or Android)
   

Competitive salary, full benefits, incredible team and a fun startup environment. We are open to either freelance or full-time based on candidate’s experience and current work structure.

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Candidates must submit links to their portfolio demonstrating past experience, with an emphasis on the most relevant work for this opportunity.