Product Designer (Studio / Connect)

[About Studioxid]

ProtoPie is the easiest interactive prototyping tool for all digital products. Designers can turn their UI/UX design ideas into highly interactive prototypes for mobile, desktop, web, all the way to IoT and beyond. They can explore, validate, and test design solutions and ideas by creating very realistic, production-like prototypes without code and without the help of engineers.

ProtoPie is widely used by various companies all over the world across many industries, e.g., Google, Microsoft, Meta, Nintendo, BMW, Samsung, Tencent, Reddit, Bytedance, and Disney. Plus, ProtoPie won no.1 Advanced Prototyping tool in the UX Tools 2022 Design Tools Survey.

Studio XID는 "디지털 제품의 인터렉션을 쉽고 효과적으로 전달한다" 라는 목표를 가지고 ProtoPie(프로토파이) 및 관련 서비스를 제작하고 있습니다.

ProtoPie는 디자이너가 접근하기 쉬운 개념 모델을 가지고 있어 코딩 없이도 빠르고 정교한 프로토타입을 만들 수 있습니다. 디자이너의 아이디어를 실제로 만들어주고, 보다 효율적인 커뮤니케이션을 가능하게 하는 비전을 가진 제품 입니다. 2022년 Design Tools Survey에서 Advanced Prototyping 부문 1위로 선정되었습니다.

Google, Meta, Microsoft, BMW, Daimler, Line, Toss, Kakao, Amazon 등 전 세계 130여개 국가의 디자이너들이 실무에서 ProtoPie를 사용하고 있습니다.

[About The Role]

As a Product Designer, you will leverage your subject matter expertise to address a variety of common business challenges. You will tackle moderately complex problems, provide analysis, and offer limited project direction. You will make informed decisions within established practices and procedures, evaluate unique circumstances, and make recommendations accordingly.

In the Design Team, you will design the end-to-end experience of the ProtoPie products, especially ProtoPie Studio and ProtoPie Connect, collaborating closely with agile team members such as PMs, Engineers, and QAs. We are seeking a passionate product designer with over 6 years of professional experience in software companies.

This position is based in Seoul, South Korea, and requires candidates to either reside in or plan to relocate to South Korea.

[Responsibilities]

• Drive the entire design process for ProtoPie Studio and Connect, from initial research and problem definition to final implementation and post-launch improvements
• Uncover user needs and pain points within the context of a desktop application and collaborative design workflows, using both qualitative and quantitative data
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product management, engineering, and other designers to define design goals and create effective solutions
• Design and iterate on user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals, with a strong focus on exceptional visual craft and interaction design
• Independently lead projects from discovery to launch, effectively balancing user needs with technical constraints and business objectives

[Qualifications]

Must

• 6+ years of professional experience working as a product designer at software companies: Please attach your portfolio to the resume or application (Please use "Website link" for the portfolio submission)
• Great attention to detail and a keen eye for visual craft, including composition, typography, and layout
• Deep understanding of the design process and required methodologies in the context of desktop applications and creative tools
• Experience conducting diverse user research and integrating insights into product design
• A solid grasp of user-centered design principles and product strategy
• Proficiency in interaction design and prototyping, with a strong preference for experience with ProtoPie
• Proficiency in both English and Korean
• Those who are free to travel abroad (No restrictions on travel, such as reasons for disqualification)

Plus

• Experience with code or advanced prototyping features like Auto Layout, Variables, and Components
• A design/development hybrid background, or experience building websites or apps
• Experience working on canvas-based interfaces or tools that support creative workflows (such as Studio or Connect)
• Knowledge or experience with AI technologies and their application in design
• Knowledge of or experience with Spatial computing (AR/VR/XR)

[How We Work]

Team ProtoPie Works with 5 Company Values

1. Autonomy & Responsibility

We respect everyone's autonomy while taking responsibility for freedom and for judgment between right and wrong for the company.

2. Communication & Trust

We share information, communicate transparently, and build trust with our colleagues and customers.

3. Integrity

We draw a line between personal and professional lives and work with high moral standards.

4. Global Citizenship

We respect each cultural trait and always consider the global market in work.

5. Team Player

We collaborate with colleagues, help others actively, and respect others' professionalism and authority.

[Benefits And Welfare]

1. Welcome Awards

For new joiners, we support KRW 1,000,000(USD 830) for buying personal peripherals and items for better work efficiency.

- Desk, Chair, Tablet PC, Mobile, Smartwatch, etc.

2. Education Benefits

We believe that members’ growth and happiness lead to the team’s growth. We support members in buying books and taking classes they want: language, instrument, anything you want to learn.

3. Healthcare Benefits

We understand that our people can bring their best selves to work when they and their families are taken care of.

• - Medical check-ups, Gym, Physical activities, Vision care, Medical treatment(pets included)
• 4. Internet & Communication Benefits
• We support internet and mobile expenses to enrich our working environment.
• 5. Congratulations & Condolences
• We support members’ life events both in joy and in sorrow.

[Working Arrangements]

• From 10 AM to 7 PM KST in HQ
• Full-time position (during the first 3 months—the probation period, the employee will receive 100% of their salary).
• HQ: Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea

[Hiring Process]

• Submit resume and portfolio > 1st Interview (In-person interview) > 2nd Interview(In-person interview / There will be assignment before 2nd interview) > Reference check (Specter) > 3rd Interview (Video-call interview) > decision and negotiation. 
• Please attach your portfolio to the resume or application (Please use "Website link" for the portfolio submission).
• Please exclude any information from your resume that is not directly related to the job position, such as physical conditions, marital status, family relationships, and place of origin.
• We will let you know the application result within 2 weeks of your application.
• Interview process may be slightly changed depends on the position.
• Employment will be terminated if you are found to have falsified information on your resume and portfolio.

StudioXID is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We highly value diversity in our workforce and do not discriminate in our hiring or promotion practices based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, pregnancy (including breastfeeding), parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
As a global company, English proficiency is required for all roles to ensure smooth communication and collaboration across our international teams, unless otherwise stated in the job postings.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach us at job@protopie.io