Company Description:
We are a stealth-mode start-up, using deep learning for cyber security.
Our mission is to protect the digital world through solutions that return the initiative to defenders.
We are working closely with a number of enterprises and partners.
Job Description:
User Experience Designer and Developer
About Us:
Skidaway was founded by a handful of deep learning, data platform, and cyber security experts. While we remain in stealth, we are working in partnership with a number of design partners and platform providers.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and creative User Experience (UX) Designer and Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of user personas and the ability to create intuitive, user-friendly interfaces that enhance the usability of our cybersecurity solutions. This role ensures our product is easily configurable and provides clear, actionable insights for security operations teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of our user personas, including security analysts, incident responders, and IT administrators.
- Design and develop intuitive UX/UI that simplifies the configuration and use of our cybersecurity product.
- Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and data scientists to translate deep learning-derived insights into user-friendly interfaces.
- Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that align with user needs and business objectives.
- Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to continuously improve the user experience.
- Develop and maintain UX/UI design guidelines and best practices.
- Ensure that the product’s UX supports effective incident explanation and response, providing clear and actionable insights.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and incorporate best practices into the design process.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a UX Designer, UX Developer, or similar role.
- Strong portfolio showcasing UX design projects, preferably in cybersecurity or a related sector.
- Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, or similar.
- Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices.
- Experience with front-end development technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Extreme sense of urgency
- Team player
- Ability to think critically and solve complex design challenges.
- Passion for creating exceptional user experiences and a keen eye for detail.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work on innovative projects with a talented and passionate team.
- Early-stage equity.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Flexible work environment.
Join us at Skidaway and help shape the future of cybersecurity through innovative design and user-centered solutions. Together, we will make a difference in securing the digital world.