UX/UI Designer

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Having great people is paramount to our success.

You know how it can be really difficult to choose locations for business, because of the sheer complexity of the decision-making process?

Well, what GapMaps does is make it easy to make better location decisions by integrating the latest location data with key demographic, economic and population intel — and allow you to add your own data on one simple-to-use platform.

GapMaps can be found in 23 countries, with more than 400 clients using the platform to drive their location strategies, support marketing plans or understand competitors’ networks and customers. Our in-house location intelligence experts can offer additional help planning your network or supporting and training your in-house team. GapMaps takes the guesswork out of location choices and helps you make decisions with greater confidence.

A unique opportunity with global impact has become available for a UX/UI Designer to join the Technology and Data team at GapMaps. As the UX/UI Designer you will support the creation of intuitive, scalable and visually engaging experiences across our SaaS platform. This role collaborates closely with senior designers, developers, and product managers to transform complex data and workflows into clear, usable, and aesthetically consistent interfaces that reflect GapMaps’ brand standards.

The Role

• Participate in user research and usability testing.
• Gather and analyse user feedback to inform iterative improvements.
• Support the documentation of user flows and interaction patterns.
• Work closely with front-end developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Communicate design intent clearly across cross-functional teams.
• Contribute ideas to product discussions and design critiques.
• Conduct design QA before release to maintain visual and functional integrity.
• Suggest enhancements to improve UX workflows and efficiency.
• Help maintain and evolve GapMaps’ design system.
• Stay informed on emerging design tools, accessibility standards, and UI trends.
• Participate in design reviews and share learnings with peers.

What you’ll love about the role

• Make a real impact by designing intuitive experiences used by businesses across the globe.
• Work across a wide range of industries, turning complex data into simple, elegant design solutions.
• Collaborate with a passionate and talented team who love what they do and celebrate success together.
• Gain exposure to the latest tools, trends, and technologies in UX/UI and data visualisation.
• Contribute to a product that helps clients make smarter, data-driven decisions every day.
• Join a smart, passionate team that thrives on achieving outcomes together.

You will have

• Bachelor’s degree in design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of professional UX/UI design experience in SaaS or digital products.
• Experience working within agile or lean product teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Exposure to data-driven design and testing methodologies.

You are an exceptional candidate for this role if you

• Are motivated and use a proactive approach to understand clients’ needs.
• Have impeccable relationship building skills and experience working with high-touch individuals.
• Communicate confidently and effectively, both written and verbally, with internal and external stakeholders, and at all levels.
• Are passionate about learning and enjoy a fast-paced environment where one day is never the same!
• Can demonstrate autonomous problem-solving skills and the ability to multi-task and not be one-dimensional.
• Work collaboratively, have a flexible attitude and thrive in working independently.

READY TO JOIN US?

If you’re excited about using data to help businesses grow smarter and faster, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role is right for you.