Senior UX/UI Designer

About Us

observIQ is a software startup developing the first observability pipeline built for OpenTelemetry. We're building powerful open-source solutions used by Fortune 500 companies and small technology companies alike. We are passionate about building products that are both functional and beautifully designed, and we are looking for a Senior UX/UI Designer to join our team and help us elevate the user experience of our platform.

Role Overview

As a Senior UX/UI Designer, you will play a critical role in shaping the user experience of our product suite. You will work closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to design intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for web applications. Your designs will help bridge the gap between our cutting-edge technology and the end-users who rely on our platform daily.

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about user-centered design, has a keen eye for detail, and loves solving complex problems with creative design solutions. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to impact all aspects of our product design, from high-level user flows to pixel-perfect UI elements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to gather and evaluate user requirements and create detailed wireframes, mockups, and prototypes.
• Lead the design of intuitive, user-centered interfaces for both web and mobile applications.
• Translate complex workflows into simple, elegant user interfaces that enhance user experience.
• Develop and maintain a consistent design language across all of our products, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to iterate on designs and improve the product.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and technologies, and apply them to improve the overall design process.
• Communicate design ideas and prototypes to stakeholders in a clear, compelling way.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer, with a portfolio demonstrating strong user-centered design practices and beautiful, functional interfaces (required).
• Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar (required).
• Experience with responsive design and mobile-first principles (required).
• Ability to create high-quality wireframes, mockups, and prototypes (required).
• Strong understanding of interaction design, usability principles, and accessibility standards (required).
• Experience with user research, usability testing, and analyzing user behavior (preferred).
• Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (required).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or equivalent work experience (preferred).

Key Functions

• Design user-friendly interfaces that enhance our software's usability and visual appeal.
• Work closely with developers to ensure seamless implementation of your designs.
• Perform user research and use data-driven insights to inform design decisions.
• Ensure designs meet brand guidelines and create a cohesive experience across products.
• Iterate quickly on feedback to continuously improve user experiences.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance coverage
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning

Location: Grand Rapids, MI (Hybrid - initial on-site work required for 3 to 6 months before transitioning to a hybrid model)

If you’re passionate about designing cutting-edge user experiences and want to be part of a growing, innovative startup, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our products.