UX Designer
About the role
Canonical, a prominent provider of open-source software and operating systems, is seeking a UX Designer for Developer Experience to join its remote team in the EMEA region. Known for its widely-used Ubuntu platform, Canonical supports innovative initiatives across public cloud, data science, AI, and IoT, collaborating with top global tech companies.
The selected candidate will play a critical role in enhancing software development and distribution processes worldwide. Reporting to the Developer Experience design manager, the UX Designer will:
- Create and develop tools that facilitate software building, packaging, and maintenance, with a strong emphasis on open source.
- Collaborate with product managers and engineers to refine the developer experience.
- Apply design and UX heuristics to support complex products.
- Advance and promote design systems that enhance consistency and efficiency.
- Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that further Canonical's design efforts.
Qualifications:
- Exceptional academic background with a degree in User Experience, Design, or a related field.
- Genuine interest in user experience, technology, and design.
- Commitment to ongoing learning and adaptability.
- Strong user research skills and engagement with the latest design trends.
- Ability to travel internationally for company events twice a year.
Ideal candidates should excel in communication, effectively collaborating with engineers, designers, and executives while confidently tackling complex design challenges. Canonical offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
To apply, please submit your application through our careers page. Join us in shaping the future of open-source technology!
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