Senior UI/UX Designer

Senior UI/UX Designer
Location: London / Remote
Working Hours: Part-time / Flexible

About MidShift: MidShift is an Iranian startup based in London, operating for one year in the city. Our team of 7 is dedicated to helping professionals advance in their careers by providing personalized career paths.
In just one year, MidShift has gained 3,000 users from four different countries. We’ve successfully completed our first round of funding and are now preparing for a second, larger investment round. Additionally, we’ve signed a partnership with Coursera, making us one of the few companies to collaborate with this global leader in online education.
Role Overview: We are seeking a UI/UX designer who is not only skilled in design but also passionate about startups and growth. In this role, you will be a key member of the MidShift team, with the opportunity to receive equity in the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of user interfaces for both web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate with product and development teams to ensure a seamless user experience.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and refine designs.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups that align with the company’s brand and user needs.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.
• Availability to dedicate approximately 25 hours per week to this role.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Experience in conducting user research and translating findings into actionable design improvements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, startup environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Passion for innovation and staying updated with the latest trends in UI/UX design.

What We Offer:

• Equity in the startup: As a key member of the team, you will receive company shares, providing you with a vested interest in our success.
• Flexible working hours
• Remote working: While our base is in London, this position can be fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Opportunity for a job offer: We plan to offer full-time positions and competitive salaries in the next 9 months as we secure our next round of funding.

Salary:

MidShift is an expanding startup in London with 3,000 users and has successfully completed its first round of funding. Currently, we can't offer a salary until our next funding round, which is expected in about 9 months. For now, you will be compensated with equity in the company. After the next round, we will be able to provide Work Visas to UK and offer salaries along with your existing equity.

We want people who are excited about being a core part of our team. If you love startups and want to help build and own something great, MiDShift is for you. We’re looking for a talented product designer and UI/UX expert to join us and grow MiDShift together.

If you're interested, apply now! We’d love to have a conversation and see how we can build something great together.