Senior Product Designer

Vantage (Vantage Analytics, Inc.); Old Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is on the lookout for a Senior Product Designer who will play a pivotal role in enhancing user experiences for digital SaaS products. This position involves leading the design process, from user research and ideation to creating high-fidelity visual designs. As part of a collaborative team, you will advocate for users, ensuring their needs are met while aligning with business goals. With opportunities for international travel and a focus on creativity, this role promises to be both challenging and rewarding, making a significant impact in the retail media landscape.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in designing digital SaaS products.
• Proven experience in user research and interaction design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from research to high-fidelity visual design.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centered solutions.

Skills

User Research Methods

Information Architecture

Interaction Design

Digital Advertising

Design Systems

Communication Skills

Figma

Sketch

Adobe Creative Suite

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Senior Product Designer with 5+ years of experience designing digital SaaS products in advertising, retail, or retail media networks. In this role, you will play a key part in researching, defining and enhancing the user experience for Vantage’s industry-leading products. Your work will drive the visual and functional aspects of our product suite and help shape the future of retail media.

Responsibilities Include:

1. Lead the end-to-end design process, from user research and ideation to wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity visual design.
2. Collaborate with product managers, engineers, users, and other stakeholders to define and deliver user-centered design solutions that align with business goals.
3. Plan and conduct user research with clear goals, including surveys, usability testing, and user interviews.
4. Create and maintain design standards to ensure consistency across all Vantage products.
5. Help define and cultivate the Vantage design process and culture.
6. Advocate for the user at all stages of the product development process, ensuring that the voice of the customer is reflected in the final product.
7. Document and present design concepts to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and buy-in from all relevant teams.
8. Work on multiple projects simultaneously, using strong communication skills to manage time and expectations appropriately.
9. International and domestic travel will be required up to 25% of the time.

Required Skills:

1. Proven experience in user research methods, information architecture, and interaction design.
2. Deep empathy for understanding customer problems and the ability to balance user needs with business goals.
3. Experience in digital advertising, retail, or retail media networks is a plus.
4. Experience working closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, product managers, account management, and marketing teams.
5. Familiarity with design systems and their implementation across multiple products.
6. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and rationale effectively.
7. Proficiency in modern design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite.

Location: Remote (Eastern Standard Time; GMT-5)