Product Designer

Organization Description: Jaipur Rugs is a social enterprise that connects rural craftsmanship with global markets through its luxurious handmade carpets. It is a family run business that offers an exclusive range of hand-knotted and hand-woven rugs made using 2500 years old traditional art form.

The founder, Mr. Nand Kishore Chaudhary created a unique business model, which provides livelihood to the artisans at their doorstep. This changed the standard practice of involving middlemen to work with artisanal communities. The company currently has a network of over 40,000 artisans spread across 600 rural Indian villages in five states of India. It has an end-to-end business model, right from sourcing of wool to exporting a finished handmade rug.

We are seeking a highly skilled UI/UX Designer with 3-5 years of experience to conceptualize and implement digital interfaces that resonate with our luxury brand identity. The ideal candidate will have a strong design acumen, proven experience with style guides, and a deep understanding of user-centered design. As part of our rigorous selection process, candidates will participate in a practical round designed to assess their design caliber and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Leadership:
• Develop user-centric digital interfaces that reflect Jaipur Rugs' commitment to luxury and innovation.
• Create wireframes, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity visual designs for web and mobile applications.
• Brand Consistency & Style Guides:
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive style guides and design systems ensuring consistency across all digital touchpoints.
• Collaborate with the branding and marketing teams to integrate and elevate brand standards within the digital space.
• User Experience Optimization:
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and refine design solutions.
• Analyze user feedback and performance metrics to continually enhance the digital experience.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Work closely with product managers, developers, and marketing professionals to ensure the seamless execution of design strategies.
• Present design concepts and detailed rationale to senior stakeholders, demonstrating the value and strategic alignment of proposed designs.
• Innovation & Industry Best Practices:
• Stay current with emerging trends, tools, and technologies in UI/UX design, particularly those applicable to the luxury sector.
• Propose innovative design solutions that drive user engagement and support the overall business objectives.

Practical Evaluation:

Participate in a dedicated practical round as part of our selection process, where candidates will demonstrate their technical expertise, problem-solving capabilities, and design thinking. This session will include real-world design challenges tailored to assess proficiency in creating cohesive digital experiences that align with high-end brand standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field.
• 3-5 years of demonstrable experience in UI/UX design with a robust portfolio highlighting work for luxury or high-end brands.
• Proven expertise in developing and enforcing design systems and style guides.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Sketch, Adobe XD, Figma, InVision).
• Strong grasp of user-centered design principles, responsive design, and modern web technologies.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in the luxury retail or high-end design sector.
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is an asset.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.

Why Join Jaipur Rugs?

• Engage with a legacy brand known for its excellence and commitment to high standards.
• Contribute to transformative digital projects in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
• Enhance your professional growth through a challenging selection process that emphasizes practical design expertise.
• Become an integral part of a creative team dedicated to crafting digital experiences that mirror the timeless elegance of Jaipur Rugs.

If you possess a passion for sophisticated design and the expertise to create compelling digital experiences, we welcome you to apply and take part in our practical evaluation round to showcase your skills.