{"id":1761,"date":"2017-06-11T14:07:33","date_gmt":"2017-06-11T19:07:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/swappa.com\/blog\/?p=1761"},"modified":"2017-07-11T11:21:46","modified_gmt":"2017-07-11T16:21:46","slug":"swappa-is-hiring-a-product-designer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swappa.com\/blog\/swappa-is-hiring-a-product-designer\/","title":{"rendered":"Swappa is hiring a Product Designer"},"content":{"rendered":"

THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Swappa<\/a> is a person-to-person marketplace for gently used technology. We believe tech ownership should be affordable, sustainable, and accessible to everyone. By joining us you\u2019ll be a part of an exciting team enabling more people to experience the products we love.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Swappa design team is growing, and we are building a culture where the creators own and collaborate directly. You\u2019ll work with designers, developers, marketers and support staff to shape the future of our marketplace. Swappa is a completely remote company, so everyone is given a level of trust, respect, and autonomy not often found elsewhere. That, combined with our lean structure, means you need to be a self-starter and think strategically about how your projects are handled.<\/span><\/p>\n

After joining you will:<\/span><\/h2>\n
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  • Identify, research, and solve challenging user problems with a team committed to make buying and selling technology easier.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Swap hats as you take on a variety of projects in size, scope, and practice.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Plan work based on iterative improvement. Small, measurable impact is a core part of Swappa\u2019s design and development process.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Advocate for Swappa\u2019s mission and the for the people it serves. Conversations about customers and their goals must be a part of your design process.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Collaborate and critique through an understanding of our users and business goals.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Lead and ship projects through a full design process. We don\u2019t have project managers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    What we\u2019re looking for:<\/span><\/h2>\n
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    • At least 4 – 6 years of product\/UX\/UI design experience with a strong background in web and ecommerce and an understanding of how the web shifts across platforms.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • An understanding of HTML and CSS and can discuss technical aspects of implementing design work.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Strong systemic reasoning and visual sensibility. Logic and emotion are both important parts of Swappa\u2019s design mentality.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • The ability to test and prototype. Some projects must be felt to succeed.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Strong communication and writing skills. Swappa teammates are as far from you as our users, so it is paramount that you can present and discuss your solutions\u2019 stories effectively.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • A talent for identifying, appreciating, and solving problems our users face.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Interest in working outside of a typically narrow design role. We all contribute beyond our titles.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • A desire to unlock new ways to connect with our users. We love technology and explore how new platforms can enhance the Swappa experience.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      What we offer you:<\/span><\/h2>\n

      Swappa is a special kind of team. Because our entire staff is remote and dispersed across the country, each of us brings a different perspective to the table. This gives us a unique edge when providing for our equally-diverse users. We work hard but enjoy a flexible vacation schedule and the freedom to contribute from anywhere. We encourage you to grow in your career while respecting the work-life balance that everyone needs to be their best.<\/span><\/p>\n

      To apply:<\/span><\/h2>\n

      Thank you for your interest. This application is now closed.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

      We are especially interested in viewing projects that:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Display a strong and clear design process, from initial problem definition and ideation to final deliverables.<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Showcase your skill set applied to a diverse range of problems and platforms (ecommerce and web-centric projects are highly recommended).<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Have successfully launched, with the potential for post-launch review and iteration<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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