Product Designer, Design System - Oakville, Canada - Geotab

Description

Who we are:Geotab is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified "Great Place to WorkTM." We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab's open platform and Geotab Marketplace , offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes. Our team is growing and we're looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it's like to be a Geotabber, check out our and follow us @InsideGeotab on . Join our to learn more about job opportunities and company news. Who you are: Geotab is actively seeking a Product Designer to lay the groundwork for design systems and methodologies that will enhance our array of applications. Your expertise in product design will be pivotal in our mission to create cohesive end-to-end experiences across responsive web and native mobile platforms. You are highly organized and are able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. You are also a strong team player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization. If you love technology and are keen to join a data-driven company — we would love to hear from you What you'll do: The Product Designer at Geotab will lead the charge in design, interaction, and user experience initiatives for our suite of applications, including MyAdmin, MyGeotab, and Geotab Drive. This role serves as a crucial link among design, product, and engineering teams, engaging in research, construction, iteration, and enhancement of user experiences. You will be responsible for setting up the foundational design systems and practices that will empower our teams to make significant contributions to the functionality and aesthetics across Geotab's application ecosystem.

How you'll make an impact:

Assist with research, ideation, and creation of our application interactions.

Partner with UX Research, Product Management, Development, and Data Science Team members during design and development to take broad conceptual ideas, understand user needs, and lead the design process into actionable designs and prototypes.

Working through all stages of the design process, from gathering insights, mapping user flows and wireframes, conducting testing and validation and ultimately building for user value.

Conduct interviews, and collect feedback from end users and subject matter experts.

Think about accessibility at every stage of work.

Establish standards for building products that will bring delight and insight to customer's every day jobs.

Clearly and empathetically communicate with all relevant stakeholders to ensure standards are consistently understood, met, and maintained.

Define the right interaction model and evaluate its success.

Ensure designs, code, and animations work in different browsers on different devices.

Illustrate design ideas using storyboards, process flows, and sitemaps.

Design graphic user interface elements, like menus, tabs, and widgets.

Build page navigation buttons and search fields.

Conduct layout adjustments based on user feedback.

What you'll bring to this role:

Relevant Bachelor's Diploma/Degree or relevant industry experience.

Degree specialization in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical or Electronics Engineering or any other related field.

3-5 years of relevant industry experience.

2+ years of experience in an individual contributor role on a product, experience or service design team.

Strong portfolio that demonstrates experience and understanding of visual dynamics and gestalt principles.

Deep knowledge of product design, including common interaction patterns used and associated trade-offs, and best practices for responsive web applications.

Experience collaborating closely with product management, engineering, and research.

Proficiency in UI design and using tools like Figma, Sketch, InVision, Principle, etc.

Ability to lead all aspects of the user-centered design process from conception to completion.

Communicate complex ideas, goals, and problems in a way that is accessible even to those unfamiliar with the project.

Must have the flexibility to adapt to growing technology and market demands.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to write clear guidelines and documentation, including ability to develop and deliver presentations with a strong narrative.

Strong interpersonal relationship building skills.

Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.

Technical competence using software programs, including but not limited to, Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slides).

Be comfortable working closely with engineering and front-end developers.

Have strong systems-thinking, problem solving and negotiation skills.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.Why job seekers choose Geotab:Flex working arrangementsHome office reimbursement programBaby bonus & parental leave top up programOnline learning and networking opportunitiesElectric vehicle purchase incentive programCompetitive medical and dental benefits Retirement savings program *The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only How we work:At Geotab, we have adopted a working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technologyWe believe that ensuring diversity is fundamental to our future growth and progress and is an integral part of our business. We believe that success happens where new ideas can flourish – in an environment that is rich in diversity and a place where people from various backgrounds can work together. Geotab encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at . Click to learn more about what happens with your personal data.