Published: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:50:12 GMT
Position: Senior Product Designer for Aurora Solar
Company Overview:
Aurora Solar is a leading software company on a mission to make solar energy accessible to all. Our award-winning software uses data and technology to simplify the process of solar adoption and has already designed millions of solar projects. As a remote-first team of sustainable energy enthusiasts, we are dedicated to supporting the world’s transition to solar.
Team Overview:
Our design team is a collaborative group of professionals with expertise in content strategy, product design, and UX research. We work closely with engineering and product teams to solve complex problems in the residential and commercial solar industry. Our approach values customer satisfaction, iterative exploration, and peer design critiques to deliver high-quality work that supports our company’s goals.
Role Overview:
We are currently seeking a Senior Product Designer to lead design efforts for one of the teams working on Aurora’s HelioScope product. HelioScope is a cloud-based platform that streamlines the design and engineering process for large-scale solar projects. The role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product management and engineering, to create intuitive and innovative experiences for commercial solar users. This position requires a systems thinker with a focus on rapid, iterative execution, and strong UX/UI skills.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and drive the design vision for the designated product area on HelioScope, informed by our design system and feedback from product and engineering teams
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to produce feasible and elegant solutions that meet the needs of our users
• Lead the product design process from problem framing to solution exploration, using low-fidelity concepts, wireframes, and polished Figma prototypes, and ensuring high-quality execution
• Be adaptable and flexible in the design process to drive urgent business results while maintaining deployment velocity
• Provide clear and detailed deliverables to inform and guide engineering peers
• Possess in-depth knowledge of user journeys and jobs to be done within the designated product area, and effectively communicate user needs to the rest of the product team
Requirements:
• At least 5 years of experience in product design, with a focus on responsive web-based applications
• Proficient in Figma
• A portfolio that demonstrates a comprehensive, systems-thinking approach to solving complex problems
• Dedication to quality and the ability to think deeply and iterate quickly
• Knowledge of building complex, multi-persona, consumer-grade B2B products
• Confidence in conducting user research activities, with support from a research team, and the ability to synthesize and apply findings to design choices
• Willingness to understand the product’s technical capabilities to help translate them into intuitive, simple designs that can be efficiently built while solving usability issues
• Experience creating reusable components that are scalable and adaptable across platforms and products, and the ability to recognize when a new component is needed vs. adapting an existing one
• Effective communicator, storyteller, and facilitator, with the ability to address pushback with evidence and expertise while building relationships and elevating design process maturity
Nice to Have:
• Experience designing for “builder” or “canvas” application experiences, such as 3D design tools or gaming platforms
• Knowledge of data visualization with complex numerical datasets
• Familiarity with product-led growth (PLG) experimentation methods for self-service subscription applications
• Experience leading design for large-scale migrations from older to newer technology stacks
• Understanding of front-end development (HTML, CSS, React, etc.) to effectively communicate design specs and collaborate on component implementation
Perks and Benefits:
• Flexible PTO – Take the time off when you need it
• Parental Leave – 16 weeks with 100% base salary and gradual return to work
• WFH Stipend – Initial $500 (Non-engineers) or $750 (Engineering roles)
• Coworking Stipend – $300/month for those who prefer a coworking facility
• Energize Fridays – Company-wide days to log off and recharge
• Connectivity Stipend – Up to $75/month towards internet or phone
• Medical, Dental, and Vision – Premiums fully covered for employees and 90% for dependents
• Please refer to our 2024 U.S. Benefits Booklet for more details
Location:
Aurora’s team is currently spread across the US, Canada, Mexico, and Germany, with plans to expand to other locations in the future. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy status, veteran status, or any other differences. We also encourage applicants to apply, even if they believe they do not meet all of the above criteria.
Aurora is dedicated to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to support your success during the application or interview process, please let us know.
For San Francisco applicants: As per the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. Apply link
