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"Good design is obvious. Great design is transparent."
— Joe Sparano
The Product Designer will lead the design process for the Playground OS, focusing on user needs and usability. This role involves collaborating with product and engineering teams to create engaging experiences that connect families through fun and physical activity.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design process for the OS, focusing on user needs, usability, and delightful interactions for both kids and adults.
- Design and prototype the UI/UX for our custom Android-based operating system, including navigation, settings, and play modes.
- Design user-friendly web-based features that allow users to manage their Playground account off-device
- Work closely with product leaders, engineers, and marketers to understand requirements, align on objectives, and deliver innovative design solutions.
- Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs for new features.
- Conduct user research and usability testing to validate design decisions, identify pain points, and iterate on solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in product design, UI/UX design, or a similar role.
- Experience with software development and the processes and practices associated with it.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating experience in interaction design, visual design, and user experience, with a focus on consumer-facing digital products.
- An eye for high-quality, well-crafted visual and interaction design.
- Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch or similar.
Key Skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and advocate for user-centered design.
- Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- A knack for figuring out ambiguous problems and shaping them into clear goals.
- Passion for creating engaging experiences for families, children, and friends.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Flexible working hours and vacation policy.
- Product-driven culture that treasures talents and individual growth.
- Front-row seat and hands-on experience with cutting edge technologies in the evolving gaming field
About Nex
Nex is helping families reconnect with the joy of movement through fun, social, and interactive content that’s accessible to all ages. Its award-winning Nex Playground console, launched in December 2023, uses cutting-edge AI, mobile and vision technologies to merge digital and physical worlds, immersing players in the experience using their natural body movement. Nex Playground games range from original sports and fitness titles, to educational games and titles in collaboration with Hasbro and Sesame Workshop. Since its founding, Nex has been recognised as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, TIME’s Best Inventions, Parents’ Best Entertainment System for Families, and has been awarded the prestigious Apple Design Award. Nex Playground is also kidSAFE+ COPPA certified, highlighting the company’s firm stance on privacy and safety for kids and families. To learn more, visit https://www.nex.inc or follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
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