Senior Design System Designer

About this role

<div class="content-intro"><h4><strong>Who we are&nbsp;</strong></h4> <p>We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we’re here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 7 million customers, making us one of Europe’s safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, “roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen” kind of people. It’s these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you’re someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let’s go!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><h4>&nbsp;</h4> <h4><strong>Your mission</strong></h4> <p>As a <strong>Senior Product Designer</strong>, you will play a key role in shaping the future of financial independence for millions of customers. At Bitpanda, we’re breaking down the barriers to crypto and modern investing, creating intuitive and simple experiences that empower people to make their financial freedom a reality.</p> <p><em>You will own the experience design of user-centric digital products and initiatives across different areas of the platform, from crypto investing to portfolio management and beyond. Your mission is to craft intuitive, impactful, and delightful solutions that resonate with our users and deliver measurable business outcomes.</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h4><strong>What you’ll do</strong></h4> <ul> <li><strong>Design Exceptional Experiences:</strong> Create and deliver mobile and desktop experiences that simplify investment products and make complex financial concepts accessible, easy-to-use and engaging.</li> <li><strong>Own End-to-End UX Initiatives:</strong> Manage design projects from concept to launch, including design sprints, collaboration sessions, sketching, wireframing, prototyping (low to high fidelity), user testing, and presenting to stakeholders.</li> <li><strong>Collaborate Cross-Functionally:</strong> Work closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to turn user insights and business needs into concepts and solutions, balancing user and business value through exploration, definition, and validation.</li> <li><strong>Conduct User Research:</strong> Leverage interviews, usability tests, and data insights to validate and iterate on designs, ensuring they meet user needs and align with Bitpanda’s product strategy.</li> <li><strong>Mentor and Advocate:</strong> Support peers, contribute to a high level of design maturity, and act as a strong voice for user experience across teams.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h4><strong>Who you are</strong></h4> <ul> <li>You bring a versatile set of product design skills (product, interaction and visual design) and thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments where you can handle multiple projects with minimal direction.</li> <li>You have <strong>5</strong><strong>+ years of experience</strong> designing digital products in cross-functional teams – ideally in fintech, crypto, or other complex domains – utilizing tools like Figma, Miro, and JIRA, and modern design systems and processes.</li> <li>You’re passionate about crypto and financial products, with a strong interest in making them more accessible and user-friendly.</li> <li>You collaborate seamlessly with stakeholders and peers to define project goals, timelines, constraints, and priorities.</li> <li>You’re fluent in English (German is a plus) and excel at cross-team collaboration.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><h4><strong>What’s in it for you</strong></h4> <ul> <li data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true" data-pm-slice="0 0 []"><strong data-prosemirror-content-type="mark" data-prosemirror-mark-name="strong">Flexibility to work where you thrive</strong> – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.</li> <li data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true" data-pm-slice="0 0 []"><strong data-prosemirror-content-type="mark" data-prosemirror-mark-name="strong">Reward for your impact</strong> – Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan.</li> <li data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true" data-pm-slice="0 0 []"><strong data-prosemirror-content-type="mark" data-prosemirror-mark-name="strong">Support for your mental wellbeing</strong> – Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP.</li> <li data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true" data-pm-slice="0 0 []"><strong>Time to recharge</strong> – On top of your standard annual leave, Prioritise your wellbeing with 3 additional days of paid time off to rest, reset, and recharge, available once you’ve been with us for 6 months.</li> <li data-prosemirror-content-type="node" data-prosemirror-node-name="paragraph" data-prosemirror-node-block="true" data-pm-slice="0 0 []"><strong data-prosemirror-content-type="mark" data-prosemirror-mark-name="strong">Continuous