UIUX Designer

About BaseKit

BaseKit is a UK based white-label software development company specialising in designing effortless mobile-first digital tools for small businesses. Were on a mission to democratise tech so that everyone has the confidence to build a business online.

Combined with our 60 partners global reach across 40 markets our AI no-code website builder e-commerce and bookings solutions and responsive editor allow anyone to start a business and thrive online from their mobile tablet or desktop.

We believe in simplicity accessibility and a web that works for everyone. With a remote-first team and a supportive inclusive culture were committed to making great products and enjoying the journey along the way.

BaseKit is a certified B Corporation with a mission to be a force for good: transforming entrepreneurial spirit into successful small businesses enabling thriving communities and economies through effortless digital tools.

We believe in people before pixels in tech democracy for small businesses and in building an inclusive just and equitable environment where everyone can bring their best selves to work each day.

BaseKit isnt just a place to work its a place to be part of something bigger. Career development an open culture and the opportunity to learn new skills are part of our DNA. And if somethings not right We fix it. We move fast and we make an impact. Are you ready to do the same

Role Overview

Were looking for a UK based UI/UX Designer to join our team and help us design clear thoughtful experiences across our products. Youll work closely with the product team engineers and marketing to turn ideas and requirements into intuitive user flows well-crafted interfaces and polished UI. Youll contribute to wireframes prototypes and final designs help maintain and evolve our design system and support the marketing team with high-quality UI assets for launches and campaigns. Along the way youll take part in research feedback sessions and design reviews - learning iterating and helping us continually improve how our products look and feel and deliver real value for the people who use them.

Responsibilities

• Designing end-to-end flows using our existing design system
• Providing everything required for dev-handoff
• Communicating with the product-development team to ensure that the delivered product matches initial UX expectations
• Working with the product team to validate design proposals through UX testing
• Designing new features and improvements for existing products
• Adapting our design system to accommodate new components
• Collaborate closely with product director product architect engineers and developers to iterate on solutions and refine designs
• Support the marketing team by providing UI assets such as product screenshots mockups feature-in-action videos and visual elements for websites campaigns and launch materials
• Participate in design critiques and team reviews incorporating feedback to improve design quality and craft
• Stay curious and up to date with UX UI and product design trends tools and best practices

What Were Looking For

• Experience designing responsive digital products.
• A strong portfolio of user-led work.
• Strong communication skills capable of presenting ideas clearly.
• Experience working with tools such as Figma and Miro.
• A strong understanding of user-centred design principles.
• Familiarity with working with design systems.

Nice to Have (Not Essential)

• Experience working in an agile development environment.
• Familiarity with analytics tools (e.g. Mixpanel) to inform design decisions.
• Understanding of the front-end development process
• Experience with product video creation

What Its Like to Work for BaseKit

• Flexible hours: We value work-life balance and trust our team
• Flexible hybrid working ideally we would like you in our office in Bristol at least once per week
• Supportive culture: Were inclusive transparent and people-focused
• Career development: We invest in your learning and growth
• Great benefits:
  • 25 days per year holiday rising with length of service
  • Time off between Christmas and New Year on us
  • Pension scheme with Aviva
  • Vitality healthcare plan with the option to add family
  • Excellent family friendly leave benefits.

Diversity & Inclusion at BaseKit

At BaseKit we believe that diversity drives innovation and makes us stronger. Were committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued respected and empowered to be their authentic selves - regardless of race ethnicity gender identity age sexual orientation disability religion or background.

We actively promote equality and inclusion at every stage of the employee journey - from recruitment and onboarding to progressions and development. We recognise that building a truly inclusive culture requires ongoing work and were committed to listening learning and evolving.

Our Hiring Process

We aim to keep it simple respectful and transparent:

1. Application - to include CV cover letter and portfolio
2. Initial screening - A short introductory call to learn more about your experience and background and give you a chance to find out more about the role and team.
3. Design exercise - A short take-home task reviewed by our hiring team.
4. Follow-up interview - For candidates who perform well youll walk us through your exercise and well ask some broader design questions.
5. Final conversation - An informal chat with some of the senior members of our team.

Were committed to inclusive hiring and want you to feel comfortable and supported throughout the process. If you need accommodations or support at any stage of the hiring process please let us know - were here to help.

If you share our values and are excited about this role but dont meet every requirement we still encourage you to apply. We care deeply about building a team with a range of experiences and perspectives.

To apply for this role please submit your CV and portfolio along with a cover letter detailing what excites you about the role. Your portfolio should showcase relevant examples of your work and demonstrate your experience and approach.

This position can be considered as a hybrid or remote role with a minimum of 1 day in the Bristol office per month.

Must be UK based. We do not hold a valid sponsor licence to sponsor the right to work in the UK.

Please note: At BaseKit our use of AI is always human lead and owned and as such during the interview process it is crucial we get to know the real you. To that effect the use of AI to answer any questions during the interview process is forbidden and the usage of such would result in disqualification or termination.