Product Designer (6 month role)

About veritree:

veritree is an award-winning climate tech start-up based in Vancouver. Launched in 2021, our technology measures and verifies the impact of global restoration efforts from the ground-up. We are a small team on a big mission to plant 1 billion verified trees by 2030 with our community of businesses, planting organisations, and consumers who believe in the transformative power of verified restoration projects to create real and meaningful impact for the planet, nature and people.

veritree is building the next generation digital platform to accelerate investment in nature-based carbon solutions. veritree's digital measurement, reporting and verification (dMRV) technology enables the tracking of impacts throughout a project lifecycle to provide end-buyers with the confidence that their investment is making a real impact with positive outcomes. Our goal is to transform the way carbon emission reduction and removals as well as holistic impacts are measured, monitored, forecasted, and verified for nature-based carbon solutions.

About the role:

veritree is inventing new approaches to digitally monitoring, reporting, and verifying (dMRV) nature-based climate solutions (i.e., reforestation). As such, we're seeking a Product Designer to create user-centric interfaces for our platform. This individual will need to understand the needs of our Corporate Partners/Planting Partners/internal team and collaborate with cross-functional teams to design intuitive and engaging user experiences. This role requires creative design skills, technical proficiency, and a deep understanding of user-centred design principles.

This is a 6-month set-term employment contract. Successful applicants must be located in Vancouver, BC and be willing to work from our HQ on a hybrid basis (Tuesday - Thursday).

What will you be doing?

Stakeholder Collaboration, Communication, and Analysis

• You will collaborate with stakeholders to understand and help prioritize user goals, needs, and constraints
• When needed, you will conduct user research to understand user behaviours, needs, and pain points
• You will collaborate effectively in an agile development environment
• You will analyze data and feedback to inform design decisions and improvements and continuously improve the product
  
  
  

Wireframing, Prototyping, and Interface Design

• You will create wireframes, user flows, and prototypes to visualize and communicate design concepts and produce effective visual solutions for presenting complex data
• You will create designs for both web and a native android application
• You will iterate on designs based on feedback and usability testing
• You will develop high-fidelity visual designs for digital interfaces, considering both aesthetics and functionality
• You will ensure consistency in design elements and brand guidelines across products
• You will gather and incorporate user feedback into the design process
• You will ensure that designs adhere to accessibility standards, making products usable by diverse users
  
  
  

Design Trends, Documentation and Tools

• You will keep abreast of design trends, tools, and industry best practices
• You will incorporate innovative design concepts into projects
• You will create and maintain design documentation, including design specifications and guidelines
• You will utilize design and collaboration tools effectively, specifically Figma and Miro, to create and share design assets
  
  
  

Requirements

Professional Requirements

• Proven experience as a Product Designer, UI/UX Designer, or similar role in a tech company, with a strong portfolio showcasing problem-solving and design expertise
• Proficiency in Figma and a solid understanding of front-end technologies, responsive design, and design systems
• Strong grasp of user-centered design principles, visual design, and mobile-first experiences
• Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams within an agile environment
• Familiarity with GIS or map-based solutions is a plus
  
  

Personal Strengths

• Excellent communicator with the ability to present and justify design decisions
• Analytical and data-driven approach to improving user experiences
• Adaptable and resourceful in fast-paced, evolving environments
  
  
  

Benefits

• Generous paid days off
• Flexible working arrangement (hybrid model)
• Opportunities for training and development
• Employee discounts at tentree
  
  

A typical hiring range for this position is $80,000 - $125,000 CAD per year with the final salary offer based on your qualifications, job-related skills, and relevant experience. In addition, veritree's total rewards offering also includes comprehensive benefits, a certified inspiring workplace, and exclusive perks to reward your exceptional performance and contributions.

veritree is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs