At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.
The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.
As a Senior Designer on the Freight Forwarding Application design team you will drive the user experience across multiple tools that operators use to manage the logistics workflow. You’ll craft features that enable users to prioritize, plan, and execute international shipments that travel on all modes. You will work on products that serve users around the world.
You will:- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the product design vision and strategy within your area of focus.
- Conduct user research to gather actionable insights that inform design decisions.
- Work closely with other designers, engineering and product teams, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to shape the future of logistics tools.
- Inspire and motivate team members using design thinking methodologies to elevate design quality.
- Build and iterate on prototypes to test and refine concepts.
- Present design work in various fidelities to management and leadership, clearly articulating your rationale.
- Drive your team to push the boundaries of UX excellence and innovation.
- Contribute to and recommend ways to enhance and extend Flexport’s design system.
- 7+ years of professional hands-on design experience, with a preference for tools design experience.
- Strong portfolio of product design work illustrating multiple successfully launched products. Please include a link and password to your portfolio.
- Ability to clearly articulate your design work, including workflows, process maps, and rationale, while advocating for UX principles.
- Expert understanding and application of user-centered design methods.
- Experience working with product teams in a dynamic, agile environment.
- Demonstrated strategic thinking and vision.
- A proven track record to ship and deliver both user and business success.
- A degree in HCI, UX, Interaction Design, related fields are preferred.
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At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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