UX Designer

Gruve; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic software services startup is seeking a mid-level UX designer to create compelling interfaces for enterprise cybersecurity. The role involves designing data-rich visualizations and collaborating with teams to deliver effective solutions. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience and a strong portfolio showcasing their work in complex IT environments. Join a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in UX design for complex workflows, ideally in enterprise IT.
• Strong eye for clarity, structure, typography, and layout.
• Comfort with ambiguity and new design paradigms.

Responsibilities

• Design enterprise interfaces for cybersecurity workflows.
• Build and maintain design systems and component libraries.
• Collaborate with UX designers and engineers on solutions.

Skills

Intuitive design

Visual and interaction design skills

Data visualization

Collaboration

Figma proficiency

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About Gruve

Gruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises to AI powerhouses. We specialize in cybersecurity, customer experience, cloud infrastructure, and advanced technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs). Our mission is to assist our customers in their business strategies utilizing their data to make more intelligent decisions. As a well-funded early-stage startup, Gruve offers a dynamic environment with strong customer and partner networks.

About The Role

This is an individual contributor (IC) position for a mid-level designer who is passionate about solving complex UX problems in enterprise cybersecurity. You'll create compelling, data-rich interfaces that translate complex security data into clear, actionable visualizations. This role is perfect for someone committed to growing from good to great through continuous improvement in craft, curiosity, and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design enterprise-grade interfaces with exceptional visual and interaction design skills for complex cybersecurity workflows
• Build and maintain comprehensive design systems and component libraries that scale across multiple product lines
• Create sophisticated data visualizations that make complex enterprise security data accessible and actionable
• Collaborate closely with UX designers, product managers, and engineers to deliver design solutions that balance user needs with technical constraints
• Contribute to design strategy and help establish UX design standards across the organization
• Participate in design critiques and user research sessions to validate and iterate on design decisions

Basic Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience designing intuitive, scalable UX for complex technical workflows, ideally in enterprise IT, cybersecurity, developer tools, or security products
• Strong visual and interaction design skills with a sharp eye for clarity, structure, typography, color theory, and layout
• Experience with design systems including component libraries, style guides, and design tokens
• Enterprise product experience with specific expertise in data visualization for complex applications (dashboards, analytics, reporting tools)
• Systems thinking approach with attention to consistency, scalability, and maintainability
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and exploring new design paradigms and interaction patterns
• Proficiency in Figma and experience with design handoff processes
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices
• A strong portfolio (required) showcasing end-to-end UX work, visual design skills, data visualization, and the ability to solve complex problems
• A growth mindset: eager to deepen your skills, refine your craft, and evolve as a designer
• A collaborative spirit: open to feedback, iterative in approach, and energized by remote distributed teamwork
• A sense of ownership: self-directed, thoughtful, and focused on delivering real impact

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI-powered workflows, CLI/API interfaces, or observability/security dashboards
• Familiarity with Lean UX, agile product development, and experimentation practices

Why Gruve

At Gruve, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Gruve is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.