Shopify AI Site Designer
Shopify AI Site Designer ABOUT BARK Here at BARK, we love dogs and their people. We're looking to make all dogs happy throughout the entire world (we're not kidding). Think Disney for dogs -- we make magic for dogs and their people through our products, events, and experiences. Our ambition level is high, the opportunity is huge, and our love for dogs is through the roof! We launched in 2011 with BarkBox, a monthly-themed subscription of all-natural treats and clever toys. Since then, we've shipped more than 70 million toys and treats to dogs across the world and use all of that direct customer feedback to inform new initiatives and ways to make magic between dogs and their people. We've since expanded into other offerings as well, as we aim to become THE Dog Company for every family with a four-legged, belly-scratch-loving, interspecies family member. WHO WE'RE SNIFFING FOR We're looking for a creative and passionate Site Designer to join our team and take our digital presence to the next level. As a Site Designer at BARK, you'll be responsible for designing user-friendly, visually appealing, and high-converting digital experiences that reflect our brand's fun and quirky personality. Your work will ensure that every interaction our customers have with BARK online is not only seamless but also delightfully memorable. We're looking for an innovative creator, who can fetch the best of AI and UX, creating products that delight both dogs and their humans. If you've got a nose for sniffing out great design and a passion for pawsitive user experiences, we want to hear from you! Your designs will play a key role in driving conversions, enhancing brand loyalty, and making every dog and their person feel like they've found the happiest place on the internet. KEY DUTIES Digital Design & UX Strategy: ? Lead the design and implementation of our website's visual and user experience strategy, ensuring alignment with BARK's brand identity and business goals. ? Create detailed wireframes, prototypes, and user flows that effectively communicate design concepts and interactions. ? Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product owners, developers, and marketers to deliver high-quality digital experiences. ? Stay ahead of the latest UX/UI trends, ensuring that BARK's digital platforms are always at the forefront of design innovation. User-Centered Design: ? Conduct user research, including usability testing and interviews, to gather insights that inform design decisions. ? Develop design solutions that address user pain points and optimize the overall customer journey. ? Advocate for the user at every stage of the design process, ensuring that every feature and interaction is intuitive, accessible, and delightful. Brand Consistency & Collaboration: ? Partner with the Brand and Creative teams to ensure consistency across all digital touchpoints. ? Work closely with stakeholders to ensure that all digital designs align with BARK's brand guidelines and business objectives. ? Provide mentorship and guidance to junior designers, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. Performance Optimization: ? Define, monitor, and analyze UX KPIs to make data-driven improvements to the site's design and functionality. ? Use analytics tools to assess the impact of design changes and iterate on designs based on user feedback and performance metrics. EXPERIENCE ? Minimum 5 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a focus on eCommerce or consumer products. ? Proven experience designing user-centered digital experiences with a strong portfolio showcasing your work. ? Expertise in Shopify and tools like Replo, Contentful, Liquid, Figma, Sketch, Photoshop, and other design and prototyping software. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS ? Bachelor's degree in User Experience Design, Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field. ? Strong understanding of UX principles, usability testing, and information architecture. ? Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate design concepts to both creative and non-creative stakeholders. ? Passionate about dogs, with an affinity for creating joyful and engaging user experiences. ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES ? Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or similar. ? Experience with agile project management tools like Monday or Asana. ? Familiarity with web analytics tools (Google Analytics, Amplitude, VWO, Adobe Analytics) and digital experience platforms (Heap, Fullstory). This position is a full-time salaried position. We offer health insurance for both you and your pup, 401k, wonderful team lunches, cold brew on tap, and a dog to pet anytime you wish. FOR NJ/NY BASED APPLICANTS: ? The base salary range for this position is $103,000- $141,000 This position is eligible for equity ? *This compensation range is based on BARKs good faith estimate as of the date of this posting and may be modified in the future. Actual pay for this position will depend on a variety of variables including location, travel, internal equity, experience, education, skills and expertise. Apply Job!