Product Designer
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled product designers in the remote job market continues to soar, with companies like ClickHouse leading the charge in innovative data solutions. As the market for real-time analytics and AI workloads grows, professionals with expertise in designing complex software applications are in high demand. With the rise of remote work, companies are looking for candidates who can collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, and ClickHouse's commitment to transforming how companies use data makes this role particularly compelling. Candidates should be prepared to showcase their technical skills, including proficiency in React, TypeScript, and CSS, as well as their ability to work in fast-paced environments. Before applying, it's essential to understand the company's mission and the role's requirements, including a strong portfolio and experience with AI tools.
Job Description
About the Role
ClickHouse is at the forefront of real-time analytics and data warehousing, and as a Product Designer, you will play a crucial role in shaping the company's core platform experience. You will work closely with engineers and product managers to design and code core platform areas, including the SQL console, billing, and user management. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing company and contribute to the development of innovative data solutions.The design team at ClickHouse is at an inflection point, and as a Product Designer, you will be responsible for owning the design and frontend quality of core platform areas. You will work directly in the codebase, fixing UI bugs and shipping polish, and communicate designs through wireframes, prototypes, and visual mockups. You will also partner closely with product managers and engineers, advocating for product quality and user experience.
What You Will Do
- Own the design and frontend quality of core platform areas, from initial concept through to production
- Jump into the codebase to fix UI bugs and ship polish directly
- Communicate designs through wireframes, prototypes, and visual mockups, and iterate quickly based on feedback
- Partner closely with product managers and engineers as a trusted, embedded collaborator
- Use AI tools to accelerate your workflow, automate repetitive tasks, and improve code quality
- Contribute to design feedback sessions with internal and external stakeholders to validate assumptions
- Advocate for product quality and user experience, even when you have to create the guardrails yourself
- Collaborate with the design team to develop and maintain design systems and guidelines
- Conduct user research to inform design decisions and improve the overall user experience
What We Are Looking For
- Proven experience designing for complex software applications, ideally in B2B SaaS or developer tools
- Genuine frontend engineering skills: you write React, TypeScript, and CSS, and you're comfortable in a real codebase
- Strong visual design fundamentals and a sharp eye for UI quality and craft
- Experience owning products end-to-end, working directly with developers and Product Managers
- Advanced proficiency in Figma, including components, prototyping, and design systems
- Enthusiasm for AI tools and an active practice of using them in design, engineering, workflows, or all of the above
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with ambiguity and shifting priorities
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Nice to Have
- Experience with SQL consoles, data products, or technical developer tooling
- Familiarity with AI-assisted design or engineering workflows
- Open source contributions or an active GitHub presence
- Experience in a fast-moving, globally distributed startup environment
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and equity package
- Opportunity to work with a fast-growing and innovative company
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development opportunities, including training and conference attendance
- Flexible working hours and remote work options
- Access to the latest design and engineering tools and technologies
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs
- Generous paid time off and holiday policy
How to Stand Out
- Make sure to showcase your technical skills, including proficiency in React, TypeScript, and CSS, in your portfolio and resume.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with AI tools and how you have used them in design, engineering, or workflows.
- Highlight your ability to work in fast-paced environments with ambiguity and shifting priorities.
- Emphasize your strong visual design fundamentals and sharp eye for UI quality and craft.
- Prepare to talk about your experience with design systems and guidelines, and how you have contributed to their development and maintenance.
- Show enthusiasm for ClickHouse's mission and the role's requirements, and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to the company's success.
- Don't be afraid to ask questions about the company culture, team dynamics, and opportunities for growth and development.
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