UX Researcher/Designer @ cubicfarms Full Time

OVERVIEW

At CubicFarms we believe in the power of technology to feed a changing world. We actively seek talented people who want to make a difference in the ag-tech space by bringing creative ideas to life and leaving an imprint in a healthier, more sustainable world. If you are enthusiastic about joining a dynamic and innovative company on the leading edge of the ag-tech revolution, we invite you to apply!

ABOUT CUBICFARMS

CubicFarms (TSX:CUB) is an ag-tech company providing automated growing systems for fresh produce and nutritious livestock feed. CubicFarms offers turnkey, commercial scale, hydroponic, automated controlled environment growing systems that can grow predictably and sustainably for 12 months of the year virtually anywhere on earth. The company has sold and installed systems in Canada and internationally and continues to grow a global pipeline of prospective customers. Visit us at www.cubicfarms.com.

THE ROLE:

We are looking for a person, who will be involved in two different UX activities: Design and Research. As a UX researcher, the person will be collecting and analyzing customer feedback on existing interfaces as well as prototypes and concepts. As a designer work with the design lead to prototype in Axure RP, build high and low fidelity mock-ups.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Graphic Design, Computer science, or similar relevant education
• Journalism or psychology majors are also alternative in case the person comes in from a user research background and wants to expand their expertise in interaction design and prototyping.
• 1+ years of experience in enterprise product design or user research.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:

• Current and relevant experience with trends affecting digital interactive product design.
• High level understanding of HTML, XML, CSS, ActionScript, JavaScript, Webkit and CMS systems.
• Proficient in Axure or be capable and willing to learn to use this tool quickly.
• Working knowledge of the latest versions of Adobe Creative Suite and Sketch.
• Experience with rapid iterative prototyping.
• Experience with delivering high fidelity prototypes and design specifications.
• Ability to illustrate and prototype concepts quickly.
• Strong communication & client facing skills.

 WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• We are looking for a person, who will be involved in two different UX activities: Design and Research.
• As a UX researcher the person will be collecting and analyzing customer feedback on existing interfaces as well as prototypes and concepts.
• Build and maintain panel of users to whom we can reach for feedback on various topics
• Work with external agencies on additional user research projects.
• As a designer work with the design lead to prototype in Axure RP, build high and low fidelity mockups.
• Provide and prototype alternatives in improvements to our user interface.
• Communicate with the front-end implementation team, provide missing information or assets.
• Effectively communicate, defend, and build consensus around concepts and design direction.
• Communicate with visual designers and other members of the design team.
• Communicate interaction design considerations to different audiences, including engineers, management and potential customers.
• Formulate and strategize design solutions to meet and exceed strategic objectives.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

CubicFarms is an equal opportunity employer is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We encourage applications from all qualified and enthusiastic candidates. CubicFarms is a growing organization in an emerging industry that will provide the right candidate with significant potential for advancement in the ag-tech space.