5+ years designing interfaces for complex software products
Proven project management skills from idea to launch
Strong visual design skills with a keen aesthetic sense
Proficient in creating detailed high-fidelity mockups
Experience prototyping for product validation
Skilled in collecting and analyzing user data
Understanding of software development processes for effective collaboration with engineers
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Responsibilities
Shape your product's roadmap in collaboration with leadership, Marketing, and Sales
Conduct user and business research while diving into technical details
Sketch and prototype concepts to assess their viability
Design intuitive interfaces that guide users effectively
Lead projects through collaboration with engineers and data scientists
Iterate on products and ensure continuous improvements
Align with other designers for a cohesive user experience across platforms
Benefits
Opportunity to take full ownership of product design
Work in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
Engage directly with Marketing and Sales for user insights
Lead projects from concept to launch, creating impactful designs
Join a company that values independent problem-solving
No agency or third-party recruitment involvement, maintaining direct communication
Full Job Description
Ahrefs is seeking a strong Product Designer to join our Product team. This is a senior role that goes beyond traditional design responsibilities. In our company, we don't have a conventional product manager role, so our product designers take full ownership of their products, combining design, product management, and leadership skills. You'll work closely with engineers and data scientists, leading projects from initial ideas through release, managing ongoing improvements and support. What you'll be doing
Contribute to shaping the roadmap for your product, working closely with leadership, Marketing (heavy users of our product), and Sales teams.
Conduct research to understand user and business needs. Dive into technical details to identify possibilities and limitations.
Sketch and prototype ideas to quickly validate their viability. Design elegant and intuitive interfaces, and drive them all the way to the final product.
Lead projects, working with engineers and data scientists as you build, iterate on, and ship your products.
Align and collaborate with other product designers to ensure a holistic user experience across the entire platform.
Requirements
Experience designing interfaces and workflows for complex software products.
Ability to manage projects from idea to launch.
Strong visual taste and design skills.
Ability to create high-fidelity mockups with great attention to detail.
Ability to create prototypes to validate product ideas.
Ability to collect and analyze data from a wide variety of sources.
Understanding of software architecture and development processes, with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present and articulate product and design decisions effectively.
Ahrefs does not engage with agencies or third party recruitment solutions for the roles we hire for. If at any point we need help, we'll let you know!
