UX Designer

OverviewJoin to apply for the UX Designer - Developer experience role at Canonical.Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT. Our customers include leading public cloud and silicon providers. The company is founder led, profitable and growing. We are hiring a UX Designer for Developer Experience to work with the engineering teams and have a vital role in improving how software is built and distributed globally. Our design team is on a mission to turn complex, open-source software into efficient, intuitive products. We are looking for a talented and technically minded user experience designer who shares our ambitions. This role sits in the design team reporting to the Developer Experience design manager. Location: This role will be based remotely in the EMEA region.ResponsibilitiesDesigning and building tools that enable everyone to build, package and maintain their own software, with a focus on Open Source.Collaborating with product managers and engineers to shape the future of developer experience.Supporting deeply complex products with the process of design and UX heuristics.Working to evolve and evangelise design systems that drive consistency and efficiency.Understanding the broader scope of your work and its numerous interconnected constraints.Supporting one of our working groups to enable Canonical design's horizontal efforts.What we are looking for in youExceptional academic track record from both high school and university.Bachelor's or equivalent in User Experience, Design, or STEM or a compelling narrative about an alternative path.Knowledge and passion for user experience, technology and design.Commitment to continuous learning and improvement — curious, flexible, scientific.Result-oriented with a drive to finish work and celebrate success.Confidence in user research practices.Engagement with the latest design research and innovation.Ability to travel internationally twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long.UX designers should be excellent communicators who are at ease working with engineers, designers and executives. They should be confident and excited to take on complex design challenges and connect their design leadership to the company’s strategic vision.What we offerWe consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveTeam Member Assistance Program & Wellness PlatformOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesTravel upgrades for long-haul company eventsAbout CanonicalCanonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. Most colleagues have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.Equal opportunity employerCanonical is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr