Designer (f/m/d)

Our partner is a design studio based in Cologne, Germany, passionate about building digital products and services that users love.

Even though they are a small team, their clients are big brands, global companies and industry leaders. their work is put into interfaces that are used by millions every single day to get their jobs done. They love what we do and are excited about instilling positive change to the product design industry.

We work on complex challenges - which is why we need you.

They need someone to join their interdisciplinary design team. Their design solutions turn complex problems into effective and efficient interactions that shape how people progress with digital products. To do this, their designers think strategically, conceptually and visually, as well as acting holistically in the interest of usability

What you'll do:
• Focus 100 percent on developing great digital products that help users progress and businesses succeed.

• Develop and execute digital design solutions for mid to large-scale projects, encompassing UX, UI, interaction, and visual design.

• Create, evolve and refine design systems for scaling with the highest quality and efficiency from design to code and across multiple products.

• Collaborate closely with client product teams, understanding their objectives and aligning design strategies accordingly.

• Ensure high-quality graphics standards and brand consistency throughout the design process and down to the details.

• Manage time and resources effectively in an environment without dedicated project managers to stay ahead of the curve.

• Consult clients on design issues and help them make decisions that lead to product success

What you'll bring:
• Willingness to work in-person at our Cologne office.

• A desire to actively participate in all aspects of digital product design.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

• An excellent understanding of the entire design process.

• Analytical thinking and solution-oriented approach and the ability to focus on the essentials.

• At least 5 years of experience in digital product design and solid knowledge of UI design, prototyping and design systems

• Passion for good design, determination, and a never-ending pursuit of new skills and personal development.

What you'll get:
• Profit Sharing. Success is a team effort. When the company does well, everyone shares in its success – transparently and fairly.

• Flexible working hours. They value personal cooperation. However, each person’s needs and circumstances are unique. As a result, working hours are as flexible as possible.

• 30 days of vacation. With them, everyone gets the same amount of time to rest. And before the new year starts we close their studio between the days.

• CO2 neutral. They compensate the work of every single person. Starting with the commute to work. Plus green energy for their equipment and servers and bikes for their team.

• Off Site. They regularly go on field trips with the entire team. In 2023, they were on the South by Southwest in Austin, Texas. One of the largest and most important gatherings for digital creatives.

• Sushi Friday. They value having lunch together. Sushi Friday is almost as old as DUMBO. To celebrate, Friday is on them! Bon appétit.