## Staff Product Designer at Airwallex: Melbourne, Victoria Are you a seasoned product designer with a passion for crafting exceptional user experiences? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where you can make a tangible impact on a global scale? If so, Airwallex is looking for a Staff Product Designer to join our team in Melbourne, Victoria! As a Staff Product Designer at Airwallex, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our products. You'll collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define problems, map user flows, prototype interactions, and ultimately launch new products and services that empower businesses worldwide. This is a unique opportunity to lead and inspire a team of talented individuals while contributing to a company that is revolutionizing the global financial landscape. ### Role Overview As a Staff Product Designer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design process, from initial concept to final implementation. You'll leverage your deep understanding of user needs, business goals, and technical constraints to create intuitive, engaging, and effective solutions. Your responsibilities will include: * **User Research:** Conducting user research to identify pain points, uncover opportunities, and validate design decisions. * **Ideation and Conceptualization:** Generating innovative ideas and translating them into tangible concepts through sketches, wireframes, and prototypes. * **Interaction Design:** Designing intuitive and seamless interactions that guide users through complex tasks with ease. * **Visual Design:** Creating visually appealing and consistent interfaces that align with the Airwallex brand and enhance the user experience. * **Prototyping and Testing:** Developing interactive prototypes to test and refine design solutions based on user feedback. * **Collaboration:** Working closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure that design solutions are feasible, technically sound, and aligned with business objectives. * **Design Leadership:** Providing mentorship and guidance to junior designers, fostering a culture of design excellence within the team. * **Stakeholder Management:** Effectively communicating design decisions to stakeholders and advocating for the user perspective. ### A Day in the Life Here's a glimpse into what a typical day might look like for a Staff Product Designer at Airwallex: * **Morning:** Start your day with a team stand-up meeting to discuss project progress, address any roadblocks, and align on priorities. * **Mid-morning:** Dive into user research findings to identify key insights and inform your design decisions. Conduct a brainstorming session with the product team to generate new ideas for a specific feature. * **Afternoon:** Work on creating wireframes and prototypes for a new user flow, focusing on usability and accessibility. Present your design concepts to stakeholders and gather feedback. * **Late Afternoon:** Collaborate with engineers to ensure that the design is technically feasible and can be implemented effectively. Document design specifications and guidelines for the development team. * **Evening:** Wrap up the day by reviewing user testing results and identifying areas for improvement in the design. Plan for the next day's activities and prioritize tasks. ### Why Melbourne, Victoria? Melbourne is consistently ranked as one of the world's most livable cities, offering a vibrant cultural scene, a thriving tech industry, and a high quality of life. As the capital of Victoria, Melbourne boasts a diverse and innovative economy, making it an ideal location for Airwallex to attract top talent. The city is home to a strong talent pool of designers and engineers, providing Airwallex with access to a wealth of expertise. Melbourne's vibrant arts scene, world-class restaurants, and beautiful parks and gardens make it a desirable place to live and work. ### Career Path At Airwallex, we are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth and development. As a Staff Product Designer, you will have the chance to advance your career along a variety of paths, including: * **Senior Staff Product Designer:** Leading larger and more complex design projects, mentoring other designers, and playing a key role in shaping the overall product strategy. * **Principal Product Designer:** Becoming a recognized expert in product design, leading design innovation initiatives, and influencing the direction of the company's products. * **Design Manager:** Leading and managing a team of product designers, fostering a culture of design excellence, and ensuring that design solutions are aligned with business objectives. ### Salary & Benefits Airwallex offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes: * Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and skills. * Equity in the company. * Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. * Generous paid time off policy. * Professional development opportunities. * Employee assistance program. * Company-sponsored social events. The estimated salary range for a Staff Product Designer in Melbourne, Victoria is $140,000 - $220,000 USD per year. ### Airwallex Culture At Airwallex, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ownership. We are a team of passionate and driven individuals who are committed to building the future of global finance. We value: * **Customer Focus:** We are obsessed with understanding and meeting the needs of our customers. * **Innovation:** We are constantly seeking new and better ways to solve problems and create value. * **Collaboration:** We work together as a team to achieve our goals. * **Ownership:** We take responsibility for our actions and are accountable for our results. * **Growth:** We are committed to continuous learning and development. ### How to Apply If you are a passionate and talented product designer who is looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and portfolio through our online application portal. We look forward to hearing from you! ### Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 1. **What is Airwallex?** Airwallex is a global payments and financial platform for modern businesses. 2. **What does Airwallex do?** Airwallex helps businesses manage their finances and make payments around the world. 3. **Where is Airwallex located?** Airwallex is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, with offices around the world. 4. **What is the culture like at Airwallex?** Airwallex has a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative culture. 5. **What are the benefits of working at Airwallex?** Airwallex offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth. 6. **What are the career paths at Airwallex?** Airwallex offers a variety of career paths in product design, engineering, and other areas. 7. **What skills are important for a Staff Product Designer at Airwallex?** Important skills include UX design, visual design, interaction design, and user research. 8. **What experience is required for a Staff Product Designer at Airwallex?** 8+ years of experience in product design is required. 9. **What is the application process for a Staff Product Designer at Airwallex?** The application process involves submitting a resume and portfolio through our online application portal. 10. **Who should I contact if I have questions about the Staff Product Designer role at Airwallex?** Please contact our HR team at careers@airwallex.com with any questions.