Senior Product Designer - Identity at Perk (Barcelona, Spain)

About Perk

Perk (formerly TravelPerk) is revolutionizing travel and spend management. We're an intelligent platform designed to eliminate manual, time-consuming tasks, allowing businesses to focus on what truly matters. Our tools automate everything from travel bookings to expense reports and invoice processing, boosting productivity and morale while driving innovation. Trusted by over 10,000 companies worldwide, including industry leaders like Wise, On Running, and Breitling, we're committed to tackling the massive $1.7 trillion problem of shadow work.

Founded in 2015, Perk has rapidly grown into a global company with over 1,800 employees across 12 offices, with headquarters in London and Boston. We are driven by innovation, control, and simplicity, transforming the way businesses operate and how people experience work. Our values center around ownership, delivering exceptional experiences, and fostering teamwork. We prioritize curiosity, purpose, and mindset, believing in the power of your potential. Join our diverse and talented team, representing over 70 countries, and help us shape the future of work.

The Role: Senior Product Designer - Identity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Product Designer to join our Identity team in Barcelona. As a Senior Product Designer, you will play a critical role in shaping the user experience for our identity management systems. You will collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to design intuitive and seamless experiences that empower our users to manage their identities and access securely.

Role Overview

The Identity team is responsible for the foundational systems that ensure every user, role, and permission works seamlessly across Perk. This team is at the heart of ensuring security, compliance, and a smooth user experience across our entire platform. You will be instrumental in designing intuitive interfaces and workflows that allow users to easily manage their profiles, permissions, and security settings. This includes designing solutions for user authentication, authorization, and access control. You'll contribute to the overall security and usability of Perk by ensuring every user, role and permission work seamlessly across our product.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of user interfaces and experiences for Perk's identity management systems.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define product requirements and specifications.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to identify user needs and pain points.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs to communicate design concepts.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure consistency across the product.
• Work closely with engineers to ensure designs are implemented accurately and efficiently.
• Advocate for user-centered design principles throughout the product development process.
• Mentor junior designers and provide feedback on their work.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends and technologies.
• Contribute to the overall product strategy and roadmap.

A Day in the Life

Here's a glimpse into a typical day for a Senior Product Designer on the Identity team:

• Morning: Start your day by reviewing user feedback and data on the performance of existing identity management features. Participate in a stand-up meeting with the Identity team to discuss progress on current projects and any roadblocks.
• Mid-day: Collaborate with a product manager to refine requirements for a new authentication flow. Create wireframes and prototypes to explore different design options. Conduct a quick usability test with internal users to gather feedback on the prototypes.
• Afternoon: Work closely with engineers to ensure the accurate implementation of a new user profile design. Participate in a design review session to provide feedback on another designer's work. Research the latest trends in identity management and security.
• Late Afternoon: Document design decisions and update the design system with new components and guidelines. Plan for the next iteration of user research, including identifying key questions and recruiting participants.

Why Barcelona?

Barcelona is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city known for its rich culture, stunning architecture, and thriving tech scene. As a Perk employee in Barcelona, you'll enjoy:

• A High Quality of Life: Barcelona offers a fantastic work-life balance, with beautiful beaches, world-class restaurants, and a lively nightlife.
• A Thriving Tech Community: Barcelona is a hub for innovation and technology, with a growing number of startups and established tech companies.
• A Diverse and International Environment: Barcelona is a melting pot of cultures, with people from all over the world calling it home.
• Excellent Transportation: Barcelona has an extensive public transportation system, making it easy to get around the city.
• Access to World-Class Amenities: Barcelona offers a wide range of amenities, including top-notch healthcare, education, and cultural attractions.

Career Path

At Perk, we are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth and development. As a Senior Product Designer, you'll have the opportunity to advance your career in a variety of ways:

• Principal Product Designer: Lead design strategy and execution for a major product area.
• Design Manager: Manage a team of product designers and guide their career development.
• Director of Product Design: Oversee the entire product design function and contribute to the overall product vision.
• Cross-functional Opportunities: Explore opportunities to transition into product management, engineering, or other areas of the company.

Salary & Benefits

Perk offers a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience. The estimated salary range for this position in Barcelona is 75,000 EUR to 110,000 EUR per year.

In addition to a competitive salary, Perk offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Generous paid time off policy
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development budget
• Wellness programs and resources
• Company-sponsored events and activities
• Commuting benefits
• Snacks and drinks in the office
• Employee discounts on Perk products and services
• Pension plan/retirement savings plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance

Perk Culture

At Perk, we are driven by our values:

• Be an Owner: Take ownership of your work and be accountable for your results.
• Deliver a 7-Star Experience: Go above and beyond to exceed expectations.
• Work as One Team: Collaborate effectively with your colleagues to achieve common goals.

We value curiosity, purpose, and mindset, not just knowledge. We believe in unlocking the power in your potential and providing you with the resources and support you need to succeed. Our talent team brings together leading minds from the travel and SaaS industries, representing over 70 countries. If you're excited about having a real impact and shaping how millions of people experience work, we'd love you on the team.

How to Apply

If you are a talented and passionate Senior Product Designer with a strong background in identity management, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience. Be sure to include a link to your online portfolio.

FAQ

1. What is Perk's mission?

   Perk's mission is to power real work, with real impact, by eliminating shadow work that wastes time, erodes morale, and saps innovation.

2. What are Perk's core values?

   Perk's core values are: Be an Owner, Deliver a 7-Star Experience, and Work as One Team.

3. What is it like to work at Perk?

   Perk offers a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to take ownership of their work and contribute to the company's success.

4. What are the opportunities for career growth at Perk?

   Perk is committed to providing employees with opportunities for growth and development, including promotions, cross-functional assignments, and leadership training.

5. What benefits does Perk offer?

   Perk offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, flexible work arrangements, and professional development opportunities.

6. What is the interview process like at Perk?

   The interview process at Perk typically involves a phone screening, a technical interview, and an interview with the hiring manager and other team members.

7. What skills are important for success in this role?

   Important skills for success in this role include product design, UI/UX design, user research, prototyping, and communication.

8. What is the team structure for the Identity team?

   The Identity team typically consists of product managers, engineers, and designers who work together to develop and maintain Perk's identity management systems.

9. What is Perk doing to improve diversity and inclusion?

   Perk is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We have implemented several initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion, including unconscious bias training and employee resource groups.

10. What tools and technologies does the Identity team use?

    The Identity team uses a variety of tools and technologies, including Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Jira, and Confluence.