Inkitt GmbH
Senior Product Designer
Inkitt GmbH, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Come build The Disney of the 21st Century with us!
Are you the right candidate for this opportunity Make sure to read the full description below.At Inkitt, we believe every author should have an equal opportunity to succeed . Our mission is to discover hidden talents and turn them into globally successful authors. Traditional publishing often leaves authors behind with human editors responsible for selecting books fit for publication. Inkitt is a pioneer at the forefront of data-driven publishing. By inventing an algorithm which analyzes users' reading behavior to identify hits, we have removed subjectivity from the traditional publishing equation. This gives Inkitt the unique ability to discover hidden talents that might otherwise have gone unnoticedAre you a builder? We are looking for the
change-makers
of the world; the people who build the blueprint anytime they are unsatisfied with the status quo. Come build The Disney of the 21st Century with us by developing our books, audiobooks, creation of games, TV shows and movies!What you'll do:
Lead the design of new features and updates across our mobile app portfolio, ensuring a best in class user experience.Conduct user research to understand our audience's needs and behaviors, translating insights into design decisions.Perform competitive analysis and research on winning User Flows that we can adapt and iterate.Develop and maintain design wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and our creative team, to ensure design vision is executed accurately.Utilize and contribute to the design system, ensuring consistency across all products.Stay abreast of UX trends and look for creative ideas and inspiration in parallel analogous worlds.Deeply understand our authors and readers using data and user interviews to iterate and refine UX and Designs.Who you are:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in UX/UI design, specifically for mobile applications.You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or additional relevant experience.You are passionate about user experience and have at least 5 years of experience in designing various, mobile application products for millions of b2c usersYou are able to operate autonomously taking full ownership of your work and full responsibility for every last pixel, every step of the way, from wireframing to releaseYou are able to take ambiguous ideas and turn them into clear designs, providing multiple options and a compelling case for eachYou are able to iterate on design, based on feedback from team members, partners and users.You have experience working in an agile environment with fellow design, product, engineering, and insights leadersYou are fantastic at communicating your thinking and design decisions - you’re able to get people along on the journey with you (designers, engineers, product managers, and senior stakeholders alike)You are well-versed in data-informed product design and developmentYou have been designing for Android and iOS products as well as responsive Web Sites.You are fluent with different level of prototyping tools such as Invision, Figma, Whimsical or FlintoYou are happy to rapidly produce multiple concepts and prototypes and have an understanding of when deeper exploration and research is warranted and when it's best to change paths and try another approach.Nice-to-Have: You have defined or improved product design processes within your organizationNice-to-Have: You have built or significantly contributed to a product's design system and understand their valueNice-to-Have: You understand the value of stripping a design back and testing individual effectsWhat we offer you:
Stock options for all full-time employees! We believe everyone deserves a piece of ownership for when we become the Disney of the 21st CenturyNewly launched 401k to help you save and invest in your future (US)Health benefits that align with your local market, offering a variety of different coverages for medical, dental and visionA hybrid model in San Francisco and Berlin offices where 3 days per week are dedicated to in-person collaboration in parallel with remote workProfessional coaching for People Managers and employees who have been with Inkitt for 2+ yearsDedicated budget for team-building eventsEmployee Referral BonusFree access to our Galatea App, get your read onUnlimited budget for self-development books, on usDonation to charity of your choice on your work anniversaryStocked micro-kitchens with snacks and drinks to keep you energizedClass Pass health club for US InkersLunches served in San Francisco Monday-Friday via ForkableBerlin'ers gym membershipBerlin'ers virtual assistantArguably the best perk? Getting to bring your fur-ever friend to our Berlin and San Francisco officesHow we've been doing:
We’re a dynamic Series C startup backed by heavyweight investors like NEA, Khosla Ventures, and Kleiner PerkinsOur mission is clear: to provide authors with an exciting platform that fuels their passion for writing and propels them toward new opportunities for discoveryWe're excited to share we’ve signed Entertainment 360 to represent Inkitt and our authors in the world of film and television!We aim to revolutionize digital storytelling, integrating artificial intelligence to distinguish compelling narratives. We recently secured $37m in Series C funding with investment led by Vinod Khosla of Khosla Ventures$140,000 - $160,000 a year
At Inkitt, we strive to build a company culture and provide employment opportunities based on diversity and inclusion. We believe every author should have an equal opportunity to succeed, as should our team members. As a growing team from 20+ countries, we welcome everyone to apply.We look forward to hearing from you!Check out our
Careers BlogFollow us on
Instagram & LinkedIn!
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Are you the right candidate for this opportunity Make sure to read the full description below.At Inkitt, we believe every author should have an equal opportunity to succeed . Our mission is to discover hidden talents and turn them into globally successful authors. Traditional publishing often leaves authors behind with human editors responsible for selecting books fit for publication. Inkitt is a pioneer at the forefront of data-driven publishing. By inventing an algorithm which analyzes users' reading behavior to identify hits, we have removed subjectivity from the traditional publishing equation. This gives Inkitt the unique ability to discover hidden talents that might otherwise have gone unnoticedAre you a builder? We are looking for the
change-makers
of the world; the people who build the blueprint anytime they are unsatisfied with the status quo. Come build The Disney of the 21st Century with us by developing our books, audiobooks, creation of games, TV shows and movies!What you'll do:
Lead the design of new features and updates across our mobile app portfolio, ensuring a best in class user experience.Conduct user research to understand our audience's needs and behaviors, translating insights into design decisions.Perform competitive analysis and research on winning User Flows that we can adapt and iterate.Develop and maintain design wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and our creative team, to ensure design vision is executed accurately.Utilize and contribute to the design system, ensuring consistency across all products.Stay abreast of UX trends and look for creative ideas and inspiration in parallel analogous worlds.Deeply understand our authors and readers using data and user interviews to iterate and refine UX and Designs.Who you are:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in UX/UI design, specifically for mobile applications.You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or additional relevant experience.You are passionate about user experience and have at least 5 years of experience in designing various, mobile application products for millions of b2c usersYou are able to operate autonomously taking full ownership of your work and full responsibility for every last pixel, every step of the way, from wireframing to releaseYou are able to take ambiguous ideas and turn them into clear designs, providing multiple options and a compelling case for eachYou are able to iterate on design, based on feedback from team members, partners and users.You have experience working in an agile environment with fellow design, product, engineering, and insights leadersYou are fantastic at communicating your thinking and design decisions - you’re able to get people along on the journey with you (designers, engineers, product managers, and senior stakeholders alike)You are well-versed in data-informed product design and developmentYou have been designing for Android and iOS products as well as responsive Web Sites.You are fluent with different level of prototyping tools such as Invision, Figma, Whimsical or FlintoYou are happy to rapidly produce multiple concepts and prototypes and have an understanding of when deeper exploration and research is warranted and when it's best to change paths and try another approach.Nice-to-Have: You have defined or improved product design processes within your organizationNice-to-Have: You have built or significantly contributed to a product's design system and understand their valueNice-to-Have: You understand the value of stripping a design back and testing individual effectsWhat we offer you:
Stock options for all full-time employees! We believe everyone deserves a piece of ownership for when we become the Disney of the 21st CenturyNewly launched 401k to help you save and invest in your future (US)Health benefits that align with your local market, offering a variety of different coverages for medical, dental and visionA hybrid model in San Francisco and Berlin offices where 3 days per week are dedicated to in-person collaboration in parallel with remote workProfessional coaching for People Managers and employees who have been with Inkitt for 2+ yearsDedicated budget for team-building eventsEmployee Referral BonusFree access to our Galatea App, get your read onUnlimited budget for self-development books, on usDonation to charity of your choice on your work anniversaryStocked micro-kitchens with snacks and drinks to keep you energizedClass Pass health club for US InkersLunches served in San Francisco Monday-Friday via ForkableBerlin'ers gym membershipBerlin'ers virtual assistantArguably the best perk? Getting to bring your fur-ever friend to our Berlin and San Francisco officesHow we've been doing:
We’re a dynamic Series C startup backed by heavyweight investors like NEA, Khosla Ventures, and Kleiner PerkinsOur mission is clear: to provide authors with an exciting platform that fuels their passion for writing and propels them toward new opportunities for discoveryWe're excited to share we’ve signed Entertainment 360 to represent Inkitt and our authors in the world of film and television!We aim to revolutionize digital storytelling, integrating artificial intelligence to distinguish compelling narratives. We recently secured $37m in Series C funding with investment led by Vinod Khosla of Khosla Ventures$140,000 - $160,000 a year
At Inkitt, we strive to build a company culture and provide employment opportunities based on diversity and inclusion. We believe every author should have an equal opportunity to succeed, as should our team members. As a growing team from 20+ countries, we welcome everyone to apply.We look forward to hearing from you!Check out our
Careers BlogFollow us on
Instagram & LinkedIn!
#J-18808-Ljbffr