Senior Designer

About Us: OpenSolar was founded in 2017 by global pioneers in solar software - Andrew Birch and Adam Pryor.
OpenSolar exists to accelerate the adoption of solar and renewable energy globally.
We provide the world's clean energy professionals with an end-to-end digital design, sales and management software to grow their businesses, free of charge.
OpenSolar is driven by its mission to accelerate the adoption of solar for a world powered by sunshine by 2050.
We stay focused on our mission by obsessing over the experience of our end users, being open and honest, solving problems through careful and deliberate design, and by keeping things simple.
OpenSolar is a truly global organisation with our team spread across 12 countries and our user base spread over 130+ countries.
Find out more about our world class crew here: https://www.opensolar.com/about At OpenSolar, we are dedicated to cultivating a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity.
Our goal is to build a team that is reflective of the communities we serve, recognising that diversity brings strength and richness to our organisation.
We believe that everyone should feel empowered to bring their authentic selves to work and we are committed to creating an environment where all employees are valued, respected, and supported.
We actively seek to attract and retain a talented workforce that represents the breadth of our society.
We provide equal opportunities for everyone to thrive and advance in their careers, enabling them to achieve their full potential.
This is your opportunity to be part of the clean energy movement, creating a lasting impact on the world.
All while being part of a passionate, fun, and highly collaborative team.
The Role:  We're seeking a Senior Product Designer with a deep passion for user-centric design, particularly focused on creating solutions that resonate with the end user.
This role will lead the design efforts for consumer-focused products and ensure our solutions are both visually engaging and intuitively functional.
You'll work closely with product managers, engineers, users and other designers to craft experiences that simplify solar adoption for homeowners and inspire confidence in clean energy.
The ideal candidate is a strong advocate and active participant in human-centred design processes, with an exceptional ability to translate consumer needs and pain points into intuitive, visually compelling designs through discovery, wire-framing, prototyping and ultimately high fidelity developer ready concepts.
What you'll be doing:  User-Centric Design: Deeply understand our end users (solar customers) and advocate for their needs across all touchpoints of the design process.
Develop empathetic design solutions that simplify solar concepts, making them accessible and engaging.
Visual & Interaction Design: Lead the visual and interaction design efforts for B2C features, crafting intuitive, engaging, and seamless user interfaces that enhance the solar buying and installation experience.
Research & Insight Synthesis: Conduct and analyze user research, usability testing, and data analysis to identify user pain points and preferences.
Translate insights into actionable design solutions.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with product, engineering, marketing, and support teams to create cohesive and scalable design solutions that align with business objectives.
Continuous Improvement: Constantly iterate on designs based on feedback, performance analytics, and user testing to refine and improve product usability and engagement.
Leadership & Mentorship: Mentor junior designers and help establish design standards and best practices that raise the quality of all B2C-focused products within OpenSolar.
What you'll need:  5+ years of experience in product design with a focus on B2C solutions; experience in the solar or energy industry is a plus.
A basic understanding of some common coding languages would be a bonus.
Portfolio: Strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design in consumer-facing applications, demonstrating both visual design sensibility and interaction design excellence.
User Research Skills: Proficient in user research methodologies and able to translate insights into actionable design strategies.
Advocate and active participant in human-centred design processes Design Tools: Expert in Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, or other industry-standard design tools.
Strong Collaboration Skills: Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, communicating design concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to navigate complex problems to create simple, elegant solutions.
Adaptability: Comfort in a fast-paced, evolving environment, and ability to pivot quickly as needed.
Stakeholder Management : Great at balancing design craft with design ops as well as a good understanding of design facilitation amongst stakeholders.
What we bring:   A Passionate, Driven, and Highly Collaborative Team: Join a team that is dedicated to making a difference, where collaboration and passion drive our success.
Mission-Focused Organization with a Well-being-Led Culture: We prioritize both our mission to drive clean energy solutions and the well-being of our team members, fostering a supportive and healthy work environment.
Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Work Environment: We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, creating a workplace where everyone's contributions are valued and respected.
Professional Development and Support for Your Growth: We invest in your development with opportunities for learning and advancement, supporting your career journey.
Constant Exposure to New Opportunities: Experience a dynamic work environment where you'll encounter cutting-edge technology solutions and innovative projects.
Fast-Paced Environment with Leading Technology Solutions: Work at the forefront of the clean energy sector, leveraging state-of-the-art technology to drive impactful change.
Flexible Leave Options: Enjoy flexibility to manage your life-work priorities with leave options that support your personal and professional well-being.
Opportunity to Create a Lasting Impact: Be part of the clean energy movement and contribute to a sustainable future, making a meaningful impact on a global scale.