About Upwell
Upwell is transforming revenue operations with cutting-edge software that simplifies and optimizes financial processes for businesses. We are growing rapidly and seeking a UX Designer / Researcher to help drive our product vision, execution, and impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to shape the future of our products, we'd love to hear from you!
About the Role
As UX Designer / Researcher , you'll play a key role in crafting exceptional user experiences that make complex financial processes simple and intuitive. You'll work cross-functionally to understand user needs, design solutions, and validate designs through research. This role requires strong design thinking, research skills, and a passion for creating products that users love.
What You'll Do
- User Research & Insights – Conduct user interviews, usability testing, surveys, and field studies to understand user behaviors, needs, and pain points
- Design System Development – Create and maintain design systems, style guides, and component libraries to ensure consistency across products
- Wireframing & Prototyping – Develop wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to communicate design concepts and test ideas with users, leveraging AI tools to accelerate the design process
- Information Architecture – Design user flows, site maps, and navigation structures that make complex workflows simple and logical
- Cross-functional Collaboration – Work closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into compelling user experiences
- Usability Testing – Plan, conduct, and analyze usability tests to validate design decisions and identify areas for improvement
- Data-Driven Design – Use analytics, heatmaps, and user feedback to inform design decisions and measure the impact of design changes
- Customer Journey Mapping – Create detailed journey maps and personas to guide product development and ensure user-centered design
- Design Reviews & Iteration – Present design concepts to stakeholders, gather feedback, and iterate based on user needs and business goals
- AI-Enhanced Design Process – Utilize AI tools for rapid prototyping, content generation, user research synthesis, and design iteration to improve efficiency and explore creative solutions
What You Bring
3-5 years of experience in UX design and user research with a strong portfolio showcasing your design process and outcomesProficiency in design tools such as Figma, and prototyping tools such as LovableExperience with user research methods including interviews, surveys, usability testing, and analytics toolsStrong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and visual hierarchyKnowledge of React MUI and understanding of technical constraints and possibilitiesExperience creating and maintaining design systems and component librariesExcellent communication and presentation skills with ability to articulate design decisions to various stakeholdersStrong analytical thinking and ability to translate research insights into actionable design recommendationsFamiliarity with AI design tools and technologies for prototyping, content generation, and design optimizationBachelor's degree in Design, Psychology, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field preferredPrevious experience in Logistics or Freight Tech preferredWhy Join Upwell?
Be part of a high-growth, mission-driven companyWork with a collaborative and passionate teamCompetitive salary and benefits packageOpportunity to make a significant impact on the company's success