UX Engineer
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Description
Are you driven by innovation and a bias for action Vaarst is the place for you. Were a tech company committed to making a real impact through groundbreaking solutions. Join us and be part of a team that turns ideas into reality.
Location: Bristol UK Hybrid 2 days in office per week
Salary:up to 50000
Take a look at one of our products in action
SubSLAM X2 Unlocking the Future of Marine Robotics YouTube
Founded in 2021 by our sister company Rovco weve announced funding of more than 15 million been voted one of the most innovative and sustainable companies working towards net zero and won awards for Best use of AI and Best Technology Innovation.
Discover your place in a hybrid team of 100 people that celebrates diversity knowing that every perspective is a valuable part of our success and that empowers you to achieve a fulfilling worklife balance.
User ExperienceEngineer
This is a founding role in our new UI / UX Team You willbring a combination of both technical and design expertise forming a partnership between Researchers Designers and Engineers. You will have a solid understanding of programming fundamentals working primarily in Typescript React and CSS. Additionally you will be an advocate for good UX understanding how to create designs and translate those into implementation.
Initially you will be embedded within our Data platform team called Vaantage to improve the suite of products. Your UX expertise will also be valued across the other products in Vaarst such as SubSLAM where you will help guide and build consistency in design and an exceptional user experience.
If you want to join an exciting and rapidly growing technology company as a founding member of the new UX/UI TeamWell welcome your ideas & input and support your development.In addition this is an incredible opportunity to help further the transition to renewable energy.
Other companies might call this: User experience engineer UX ConsultantUX Developer Creative technologist Front end developer Front end engineer UI Developer
Objectives & Responsibilities:
Vaarst is an exciting and dynamic environment meaning these are likely to change as we grow upon joining your objectives and responsibilities will include:
- Designing prototyping and developing the FrontEnd to solve complex problems
- Advocating for User Experience design and guiding the Engineering teams
- Collaborating with Researchers Designers and Engineers to build consensus
- Modifying and testing changes to previously developed products
- Breaking down requirements and building appropriate solutions
- Contribute to and uphold agile development practices
- Guide and build consistency in design and an exceptional user experience
You should apply if you have. (we know its tough but please try to avoid the confidence gap. You dont have to match all the listed requirements exactly to be considered for this role):
- Design and UI/UX expertise
- Expertise in web design fundamentals including CSS and HTML
- Writing productionlevel Typescript and ReactJS code
- Building and maintaining design systems
- Using design tools such as Figma
- Leveraging APIs and data sources to build interactive and engaging applications
- Exceptional communication skills talking in both design and technical language.
Grow together with Vaarst you may have some knowledge of the following if you dont these are areas youll develop in.
- Automated testing practises such endtoend tests and TDD.
- Web bundlers such as Webpack
- Backend languages and tools such as Python Django and Flask
- Git & GitHub CI/CD toolchains and containers
- User research and requirements gathering
At Vaarst were committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Our hybridremote approach and stateoftheart Bristol Office Hub provide a welcoming space designed to nurture your creativity productivity and wellbeing.
In addition youll get an extensive range of benefits so you can focus on doing your very best work:
- Flexible hybrid working so you can work when is best for you
- 25 days annual leave to start with increasing to 35 days after 6 years bank holidays
- Private medical insurance including Dental & optical
- Career and learning development through paid courses conferences and events
- Curiosity fund up to 500 to spend on learning which is not role related
- Up to 10% company bonus
- Pension up to 6% company contribution
- Life assurance paid at 4X salary
- Volunteering day to give back to your local community
- Enhanced maternity and adoption leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Recognition & rewards for doing great work and living our values and behaviours
- Flexible working options including reduced hours part time job share phased return to work term time working compressed hours
- Were a sociable tightknit team with monthly socials
- Hybrid working Most teams work in our offices 2 days a week to collaborate and be hands on with our technology. When you do visit our Bristol office is 10 minute walk from the train station with its own balcony and Fresh fruit & snacks and drinks in the office
Join Vaarst in our mission to make the world a cleaner greener and safer place by deploying technology for good.
Interview Process
At Vaarst weve designed a straightforward interview process to ensure the best fit for both you and the company. We have adopted anonymised recruitment. This means that your name date of birth and other personal details will not be seen by the hiring team.
- Application: Begin by submitting your application with your CV highlighting your skills and experience relevant to the job. Answer key questions on elements that are important to the role.
- Talent Partner Interview: We will tell you more about the role the team and Vaarsts mission. This is a twoway conversation; we want to learn about your motivation what you can bring to Vaarst and provide answers to your questions.
- Aptitude Test: Demonstrate your critical thinking problemsolving abilities and workplace personality through an aptitude test. It includes a timed cognitive exercise and a workplace personality questionnaire.
- Team Interview: Engage in a 1.5hour interview with a few team members. Experience the role firsthand and share your skills and experience. Well discuss our technologies key skills and team dynamics. As always feel free to ask any questions you may have.
- CTO Conversation: Meet with our CTO for a 30minute discussion. This is your opportunity to express your thoughts on the role and ask any final questions. Well clarify expectations and ensure this role aligns with your aspirations.
- Offer! If you are successful in the process youll receive an offer to join Vaarst and become part of our team.
We value the diversity of our teams and are committed to supporting and welcoming individuals from all backgrounds knowing that every perspective is a valuable part of our success. Should you require any reasonable adjustment throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate to let a member of the Talent team know.
Be part of a technology company making a positive impact apply now
Employment Type
Full Time
