Softwaremind is hiring: Product Designer/UX Designer in San Jose

Overview

Software Mind is seeking qualified candidates to fill the role of Product Designer/UX Designer.

In addition to a competitive salary rate and a positive work environment, we are committed to delivering high-quality technology solutions, we also offer:

• An authentic work-life balance

About the role

We are seeking a talented and self-motivated UX Designer to join our team. This role is ideal for a strong individual contributor who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, yet adaptable to shifting priorities, and able to work efficiently with quick iterative release cycles.

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Responsibilities

• Design user experiences with a focus on creating mockups and prototypes, primarily using design tools such as Figma.
• Deliver high-quality design assets (mockups, prototypes, etc.) that can be shared with stakeholders and partners for feedback and approval.
• Collaborate closely with the Product Manager to align vision, priorities, and design needs.
• Approach design with a product mindset—balancing aesthetics with usability, functionality, and business goals.
• Understand Product Design from a Business perspective and incorporate business logic into what you’re redesigning.
• Have a Product-focused mindset – this role is not just about making great-looking designs but understanding the business implications that inform effective designs for the client.
• Work independently and proactively, turning ideas into polished designs with minimal oversight.
• Partner effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders.
• Be on top of UX best practices and functionality and consider what happens as users go through flows of web and mobile apps and how they interact/engage with them.
• Be self-sufficient, independent, and a “go-getter,” able to work effectively with minimal guidance, taking ideas from the Product Manager and turning them into high-quality designs.

Qualifications

• – +90% English written and oral (at least B2 level) with excellent communication skills
• – Product Designer experience with a product/UX first mindset, who also has strong UI/visual design skills
• – Expert Product Design (UX Design) skills with focus on modern, accessible design
• – Visual design skills that elevate designs into something delightful and evoke emotion, emphasize a "show" rather than a "tell" mentality
• – Skilled at designing within existing brand identity, with an ability to extend and modernize brand to achieve design goals
• – Strong background working with and establishing design systems that create consistency across experiences and applications
• – Detail-oriented work style and ability to deliver precise specifications that Engineering teams can easily implement
• – Ability to thrive in lean, fast-paced startup environments, comfortable iterating on designs rapidly with limited guidance
• – Technical expertise with Figma, and experience creating high-fidelity prototypes that enable effective cross-functional collaboration
• – Product Design/UX Design for both web and mobile applications
• – Take initiative and have a mindset of always moving and iterating
• – Candidates must have a portfolio to present to the client

Key Qualifications

• – Strong Work Ethic: Self-driven and able to work independently while maintaining a positive, collaborative attitude.
• – Iterative Mindset: Comfortable breaking down work into manageable steps to deliver results efficiently.
• – Adaptable in Dynamic Environments: Able to thrive in fast-paced settings with a practical, solution-oriented approach.
• – Organized yet Flexible: Skilled at prioritizing tasks while adjusting to shifting needs and timelines.
• – Creative Problem Solver: Open to exploring new ideas and approaches to generate innovative solutions.
• – Collaborative Team Player: Experienced in working effectively with colleagues across multiple functions and disciplines.
• – Commitment to Growth: Continuously developing skills and refining expertise to improve quality and impact of work.

Our offer – professional development, personal growth

• Flexible employment and remote work (Applicable in: Poland & Latam & MD/RO)
• Work with the latest technologies for industry leaders (Applicable in: Poland & Latam & MD/RO)
• International projects with leading global clients
• Travel to clients’ and work in their environments (Applicable in: Poland & MD/RO)
• International business trips
• Non-corporate atmosphere
• Language classes (Applicable in: Poland & Latam & MD/RO)
• Internal & external training (Applicable in: Poland & MD/RO)
• Private healthcare and insurance
• Multisport card (Applicable in: Poland & MD/RO)

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