Lead UX/UI Designer

Company Description

Founded in Europe in 2004, Tipico is now a licensed U.S. Sportsbook operating in New Jersey, Iowa, Ohio, and Colorado. Renowned in Germany and globally, Tipico offers online betting across 30 sports. Guided by values such as innovation and inclusion, Tipico focuses on creating top-notch mobile sports betting and casino products. Recently recognized as the No. 1 rated casino app in the U.S., Tipico is dedicated to enhancing gaming excitement for millions daily. Join us in redefining excellence in online entertainment!

Please note: this role is located in our Denver, CO office; we work off a hybrid model and come into the office 2 days per week. 

Job Description

Join our innovative Design team as a talented Lead UX Designer. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in creating a seamless, intuitive, and captivating gaming experience for our users.

Collaborate closely with the Head of UX and fellow designers to enhance our user interface designs and support the organization's objectives.

If you are passionate about crafting user-centered designs, making data-driven decisions, implementing cutting-edge features, and driving intuitive, user-friendly solutions, we want to hear from you! Key duties and responsibilities include:

• Help craft and lead the discovery design process for our platform, driving innovation and ensuring a superior user experience
• Uphold design principles and style guidelines to ensure visual and experiential consistency
• Mentor fellow designers in terms of strategy and execution
• Prioritize key initiatives to enhance user experience and ensure we are focused on impactful improvements
• Concentrate on the native app for Tipico, optimizing it across multiple markets
• Continuously improve and maintain the applications with a multi-market product focus
• Serve as the backbone of our user engagement strategy, fostering strong user connections and satisfaction

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience as a UX designer, successfully driving projects from conception to completion
• Experience with mentorship and crafting design processes
• Expertise in the discovery phase of the Triple Diamond design process
• Proficient in utilizing both quantitative and qualitative data sources, with the ability to discern when each is appropriate
• Skilled in presenting findings and viable solution recommendations in a clear and concise manner
• Strong knowledge of UX best practices, with a focus on mobile-first and responsive design approaches

Skills

• Graphic design experience, with a strong portfolio showcasing your skills
• Proven ability to create wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows, and site maps
• Demonstrable experience with user interface design and ideation mapping tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD
• Experience collaborating effectively with software engineers
• Capable of Rapid prototyping
• Proficient in designing and optimizing mobile apps
• Fluent in English (oral and written) is essential

Behaviors / Personal Characteristics

• Exemplifies our values
• Proactive, agile, innovative and solution orientated work approach
• Thrives working in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Ability to think outside of the box, be innovative, adaptable, identify continuous improvement areas and come up with creative solutions to challenges

Additional Information

What's in it for you:

• Work in a new and thriving industry with high growth potential. 
• Competitive salary and performance bonus.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401k employer matching.
• Unlimited PTO with 15 paid holidays.
• 100% paid parental leave.
• Professional training and development opportunities.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Free workout classes at Prime Cycle in Hoboken, NJ.
• 1-year free Apple Fitness subscription.
• Work in an environment with a start-up feeling, backed-up by a leading European sports betting house. We are a high-volume business and are taking off in the US!

Total compensation for this role is market competitive, including a starting base salary of $150,000, depending on location and experience.