Product Designer

Note: We are a dog friendly office! (Currently second-home to Inka, Goldie and Chip)

About Us

We are a young, ambitious startup that launched in 2020 with ambitious growth plans for 2023. We are building the tools to empower e-commerce retailers and brands to build stronger customer engagement and loyalty through native mobile apps. We offer an intellectually stimulating environment, work within an interdisciplinary team, and an inclusive culture.

About the role

We are seeking a talented and passionate Product Designer to join our team in London. You will play a crucial role in shaping the overall user experience of our products by working closely with the product and engineering teams to create beautiful and engaging designs that enhance the customer journey.

• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define and implement product features that align with the company's vision and user needs
• Build our design systems from the ground up for both iOS, Android and Web
• Conduct user research to gain insights into customer behaviours, pain points, and preferences
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, usability testing, and data analysis
• Work closely with the engineering team to ensure designs are implemented accurately and meet the intended user experience
• Advocate for a user-centred design approach and maintain a consistent design language across products

About you

• Passion for staying up-to-date with the latest design trends and emerging technologies
• An excellent communicator.
• Keen to collaborate.
• Actively responsible.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Product Designer with a strong emphasis on mobile (iOS and Android) design, responsive web design, and mobile-first website design
• A strong portfolio showcasing design work for consumer-facing digital products, particularly in the e-commerce area.
• Proficiency in Figma
• Solid understanding of UX best practices and principles
• Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and incorporating feedback into design iterations
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think critically about user pain points and design effective solutions
• Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams

Bonus if you have

• Knowledge of front-end development technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus
• Understanding of accessibility standards and best practices
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies

Other details

Job Types: Full-time, permanent

Start Date: 1st August

Holiday: unlimited

Salary: £60,000

Access to OpenUp: an online mental health support system with certified psychologists

Regular team socials

Location: Flexible/ Hybrid. We have Team days in our London office twice a month where we come to collaborate, socialise, onboard and enjoy the great environment and buzzing atmosphere but most colleagues enjoy coming into our dog friendly office in Farringdon every week.

Right to work: Please only apply if you have the right to work in the UK.

Our Values: At StoreLab, our dedication is to creating an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation and resourcefulness. We are accountable and empower our team members to make a positive impact on the consumer experience. Our goal is to be accessible and transparent to our customers and team members, allowing for maximum creative and consumer-centric thinking.

Culture & DEI Statement: We’re a fun and collaborative bunch that rallies around our dedication to empowering small businesses. From our amazing workspace to our inspiring leadership team, and fun culture; our goal is to give our team the freedom to learn and grow.

At StoreLab, we are committed to building a culture where everyone belongs. We believe that employing a diverse team is key to our success and innovation. StoreLab is continually investing and reflecting on how we can further promote our diverse culture, creating a space for all to be themselves, feel safe, seen and supported.

The recruitment process: Hiring for the right person works both ways so we want to ensure that the recruitment process is as efficient and enjoyable as possible. We aim to give feedback to all candidates within 2 working days of the interview and will always let you know if this will be any longer due to unforeseen circumstances. We are looking to hire as quickly as possible for this role but will allow enough time to not only ensure that our future hire has the right skills, experience and attitude but also that there is time for you to ask all the questions you need to ensure we are the right fit for you.

• 1st round - will be an informal chat with our Talent Acquisition Manager to go over your experience, aspirations and a chance discuss the role further
• 2nd round - will be a deep-dive into your portfolio or previous work, followed up with a few questions
• 3rd round - Final chat will be a cultural interview with questions focused on your previous roles, how you work and who you are.