Senior Full Stack UI/UX Designer for Enhancing User Experience of Chat-Based Cannabis Product Information Application at blithequark

Introduction to blithequark and the Role

At blithequark, we are passionate about creating innovative solutions that make a difference in people's lives. Our internal web application, "Product Professor," is designed to help budtenders quickly find accurate product information and recommend appropriate products to customers. As a Senior UI/UX Designer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the user experience of this application, focusing on three key screens: the landing/query screen, loading state, and chat interface. Your expertise will help us add clarity, warmth, and craft to these screens, ensuring a seamless and intuitive experience for our users.

About the Industry and Our Application

The cannabis industry is rapidly evolving, and at blithequark, we are committed to providing the best possible experience for our customers. Our "Product Professor" application is a vital tool for budtenders, and we believe that a well-designed UI/UX is essential for its success. As a Senior UI/UX Designer, you will have the opportunity to work on a project that has the potential to make a significant impact in the industry.

Scope of Work

Your primary responsibility will be to conduct a heuristic audit and provide direction on hierarchy, spacing, contrast, and usability issues. You will also refine the visual language of the application, including the type scale, color palette, spacing, elevation, and state styles, to create a modern, calm, and expert feel. Additionally, you will focus on polishing the three screens, ensuring that the landing screen, loading state, and chat interface are intuitive, user-friendly, and visually appealing.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a heuristic audit to identify hierarchy, spacing, contrast, and usability issues and propose quick wins and priorities.
• Refine the visual language of the application, including the type scale, color palette, spacing, elevation, and state styles.
• Polish the three screens: landing/query screen, loading state, and chat interface.
• Develop a design system in Figma, including buttons, inputs, cards, chips, tabs, toasts, and icons, with variants and usage notes.
• Ensure accessibility, including AA contrast, focus states, keyboard navigation, and screen-reader labels.
• Create a microcopy guide for system messages, loading, errors, and disclaimers.
• Develop motion specs, including Figma animations or short GIF/Lottie references.
• Provide a dev handoff, including an organized Figma file, annotations/redlines, and a brief Loom walkthrough.

Essential Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a portfolio of shipped web applications, ideally chat/knowledge tools, that demonstrate your polish and systems thinking. You should have expert Figma skills, including autolayout, variants, component properties, and prototyping. Additionally, you should have a strong interaction/motion sensibility and accessibility fundamentals. Comfort designing for Tailwind/design-token workflows is also essential.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in regulated or retail environments, as well as familiarity with cannabis retail workflows, would be beneficial. Light front-end literacy, iconography/illustration, and Lottie/After Effects skills are also desirable.

Skills and Competencies

To excel in this role, you should have excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work asynchronously and participate in weekly design reviews. You should be comfortable receiving feedback and iterating on your designs. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks are also essential.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At blithequark, we are committed to the growth and development of our team members. As a Senior UI/UX Designer, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, developing your skills and expertise in UI/UX design. You will also have access to training and development programs, as well as the opportunity to collaborate with other designers and developers.

Work Environment and Company Culture

At blithequark, we pride ourselves on our collaborative and dynamic work environment. We believe in fostering a culture of innovation, creativity, and inclusivity, and we are committed to making a positive impact in our industry. As a Senior UI/UX Designer, you will be part of a talented team of professionals who are passionate about creating exceptional user experiences.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, as well as a range of perks and benefits, including opportunities for professional development, flexible working hours, and access to the latest design tools and technologies.

Conclusion

If you are a talented Senior UI/UX Designer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at blithequark. With your expertise and passion for UI/UX design, you can help us create a truly exceptional user experience for our customers. Don't miss out on this chance to join our dynamic team and contribute to the success of our "Product Professor" application.

How to Apply

To apply, please start your proposal with "professor" and include the following:

• 2-3 relevant web-app case studies (before→after preferred)
• A one-paragraph week-one plan for our three screens
• A link/GIF to a micro-interaction you designed that improved clarity

We look forward to receiving your application and exploring how you can contribute to the success of blithequark.