Senior Digital Product Designer

Summary

Join epilot, a fast-growing scale-up in Cologne, as a Senior Digital Product Designer. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our platform, driving design excellence, and influencing our strategic direction. You will independently lead design projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the energy transition. The ideal candidate possesses strong all-around design skills, particularly in visual UI design, platform design systems, or research and strategy. We offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a competitive compensation package. Consider applying if a large portion of the requirements apply to you; curiosity and a willingness to learn are valued.

Requirements

• At least 5-7 years in digital product design, with at least 2 years in a B2B environment
• Demonstrated experience working on digital platforms or complex digital products, ideally through a portfolio or at least detailed case studies you can present during the interview process
• Broad design skills & deep specialization in at least one area: Visual UI design, design systems, or research
• Ability to independently collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (product management, development, research, marketing, sales) to consistently deliver design solutions
• Outstanding communication, leadership, and presentation skills enabling clear and persuasive communication of design decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A lot of mindfulness towards your colleagues
• Results-oriented with enthusiasm for agile working environments
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a passion for tackling complex technical and UX challenges

Responsibilities

• Independently lead the conception and design of critical parts of the digital workplace for thousands of users actively driving the energy transition
• Design AI-based features in a user-centric and intuitive way
• Proactively address and resolve complex requirements and cross-team dependencies
• Increase design maturity across the organization by actively developing our design system and sharing your insights on design processes and governance
• Utilize data, analytics and user testing to continuously validate design concepts and ensure user-centric solutions
• Work autonomously across the entire product design lifecycle—from strategic research and conception to delivering high-quality designs and conducting usability tests. Know your weaknesses and seek help from other spcia
• Iteratively develop new and existing features, ensuring designs are functional, visually appealing, and strategically compelling
• Stay continuously updated on industry trends and external influences that impact our solution designs
• Actively bring in your perspectives and ideas, organizing workshops or design sprints when necessary to create strategic clarity

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in designing ai powered features & applications

Benefits

• The chance to build the most successful SaaS platform in the energy market and thereby accelerate the energy transition
• Collaboration with a strong and dedicated team
• A lot of learning opportunities: In the product, from the team & by visiting conferences and other design events
• Freedom to choose the tools you need for your job
• Startup mentality: dynamic atmosphere and great team spirit
• Rapidly growing company with open communication culture, motivated colleagues, and international company culture—English is our company language
• Exponential learning curve—epilot is growing fast, and we expect the same from you. You'll constantly be challenged and learn from your mistakes according to the principle “Fail Fast and Often.”
• A central location in the heart of Cologne, including coffee, drinks, fruit, appreciation, and cool cafés nearby
• Remote work with regular team meetings in Cologne or at conferences across Europe
• Performance is rewarded—we take your salary expectations seriously and discuss them openly with you
• Transparency—we maintain a flat and open company culture where everything is transparent and open for discussion
• Regular team events such as Carnival, summer parties, Christmas celebrations, company breakfasts, and many more opportunities to connect with your fellow epilotians outside work hours