As the Lead Product Designer at Wherobots, you will be responsible for architecting, designing, and optimizing user experiences for Wherobots Cloud. This involves working closely with various customer personas to gather insights that will help in shaping the UX and continually improve user journeys. You'll utilize tools like Figma and create clear product design documents that influence decision-making based on your research.

To be considered for the Lead Product Designer role at Wherobots, you should have a minimum of 8 years of product design experience, particularly within B2B cloud or SaaS environments. Additionally, strong communication skills in English, experience working with geospatial data, and a proven record of enhancing product usability through focused design investments are essential.

Wherobots fosters a hybrid working environment, where the Lead Product Designer will collaborate with team members in our offices located in San Francisco and Bellevue 2 to 3 times a week, while also enjoying the flexibility of remote work. This setup promotes a great work-life balance while encouraging productive collaboration.

In the Lead Product Designer role at Wherobots, you will oversee the UX design process, from conceptualizing user journeys to drafting impactful design documents. You will also collaborate with third parties to enhance user journeys, present your designs in public settings, and leverage customer feedback to inform design decisions, ensuring that Wherobots remains user-friendly and effective.

As a Lead Product Designer at Wherobots, you will primarily use Figma or similar UX design tools to create intuitive user interfaces. Additionally, you may utilize analytics and customer feedback mechanisms to make data-informed decisions that analyze and optimize the user experience on the Wherobots Cloud platform.

The base salary range for the Lead Product Designer position at Wherobots is between $150k and $225k per year, depending on factors such as location, seniority, skills, and relevant experience. This competitive salary reflects our commitment to recognize and reward top talent in the industry.

In the Lead Product Designer role at Wherobots, you will significantly contribute to our mission of democratizing the use of geospatial data. By creating simple, effective, and elegant product designs, you will help users gain valuable insights from spatial data, benefit businesses and societies, and ultimately have a positive impact on our planet.

When asked about my design process, I emphasize a user-centered approach that starts with thorough research into customer needs and pain points. I gather feedback, leverage data, and iterate upon my designs in Figma to ensure a seamless and intuitive user experience that aligns with Wherobots’ goals.

Incorporating user feedback into designs is crucial for me as a Lead Product Designer. I actively engage in user testing sessions and collect insights through surveys and interviews. This feedback informs subsequent design iterations, which not only refines the product but also aligns with customer expectations.

I have over 8 years of experience designing for B2B SaaS products, honing the ability to create user experiences that cater to diverse user groups. This experience has taught me the importance of simplicity and clarity in design, ensuring that technical concepts are easy to understand for all users of the Wherobots Cloud.

I believe in fostering strong partnerships with engineering teams. I regularly communicate my design rationale, create detailed design documentation, and am available for clarifications during the implementation phase. This collaborative approach ensures that the final product reflects my design vision effectively.

Certainly! At my previous company, I led a project where we redesigned the onboarding flow for a complex B2B tool. By simplifying the user journey and incorporating feedback, we increased user retention by 30%. This success reinforced the value of focusing on the user experience, which I aim to replicate at Wherobots.

Data plays a substantial role in my design decisions. I rely on analytics to identify friction points in user journeys and to validate whether design changes yield the desired outcomes. At Wherobots, I would continuously analyze KPIs to drive improvements and ensure that the user experience remains optimal.

Staying updated on design trends is a priority for me. I regularly attend industry conferences, participate in online courses, and follow leading design blogs and communities. Engaging with other professionals helps me infuse contemporary practices into my work as the Lead Product Designer at Wherobots.

When facing tight deadlines, I prioritize my tasks using time management strategies. I break projects down into manageable phases and communicate with stakeholders early to align on expectations. Additionally, I remain flexible to tackle urgent design needs while keeping an eye on overall project goals.

Ensuring accessibility in my designs is critical. I follow WCAG guidelines to create inclusive user interfaces that cater to all users, regardless of their abilities. At Wherobots, I would advocate for accessibility testing to ensure our product is user-friendly and compliant for all audiences.

I’m excited about the opportunity to work as a Lead Product Designer at Wherobots because I admire the company’s mission to democratize spatial intelligence. I want to contribute my design expertise to create experiences that empower customers to leverage complex data easily, making a significant impact in various industries.