Job Description

About Oculon AI:

At Oculon AI, we're revolutionizing organizational planning with our next-gen data modeling and business intelligence web application. Our mission is to centralize and simplify planning processes currently scattered across outdated tools. Our Engineering team is at the forefront of this transformation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies in Data Analytics and AI to build a robust system.

Our platform efficiently processes large multi-dimensional data, predicts metrics, and scenarios using state-of-the-art forecasting ML models, and delivers automated insights through a clean and intuitive UI. We are building advanced AI Agents to enhance user experience and productivity across planning applications. These AI Agents answer questions, automate model and dashboard building, suggest actions, and execute scheduled tasks, providing a seamless, intelligent planning experience.

Oculon AI is redefining the world of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) in an established software category with a multi-billion-dollar TAM but no clear winner. We’re here to change that. Join us at Oculon AI and be part of a team that's setting new standards in creating the go-to platform for business planning.

Location:

Remote

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Equity Compensation:

This role offers significant equity compensation, reflecting our commitment to sharing the company's success with our founding team members. This is balanced with lower cash compensation initially, making it ideal for those looking to invest in their future and grow with the company.

Job Description:

We are seeking a talented and experienced Founding UI/UX Design Lead to spearhead the design of our next-generation business planning platform. As a design-led tool, Oculon AI is centered around delivering an exceptional user experience through intuitive and aesthetically pleasing interfaces. This role is perfect for a design leader who is passionate about product design, has a strong background in SaaS, and excels in translating complex requirements into seamless user experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Design Leadership: Lead the end-to-end design process, from conceptualization to implementation, ensuring a user-centered approach that aligns with our product vision and business goals.
• Design to Code: Collaborate closely with frontend developers to ensure a smooth transition from design to code, ensuring pixel-perfect execution and maintaining design integrity.
• SaaS UI/UX Expertise: Design intuitive and efficient user interfaces for a complex SaaS platform, focusing on optimizing user workflows and enhancing overall usability.
• Figma Mastery: Utilize Figma as the primary design tool for creating wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and interactive prototypes, ensuring all design assets are well-organized and easy to hand off to developers.
• Brand Identity: Develop and maintain a cohesive brand identity across all touchpoints of the platform, ensuring visual consistency and a strong brand presence in the market.
• Design Systems: Establish and evolve a comprehensive design system that supports scalability and consistency, including UI components, patterns, and guidelines.
• User Research and Testing: Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions, continuously iterating based on feedback and analytics to enhance the user experience.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product management, engineering, and AI teams to ensure the design aligns with technical capabilities and product requirements, while also pushing the boundaries of innovation.
• Mentorship: As the team grows, mentor and lead junior designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence in design.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work on SaaS products, demonstrating your ability to create intuitive and visually compelling user interfaces.
• Proficiency in Figma, with a deep understanding of its capabilities for designing, prototyping, and collaborating within a team environment.
• Strong ability to translate design concepts into code-friendly assets and work closely with developers to ensure accurate implementation.
• Experience in developing and maintaining design systems, with a focus on scalability and consistency across a complex platform.
• Proven track record of creating and maintaining a strong brand identity through thoughtful and consistent design practices.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies, with hands-on experience in user research and usability testing.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Good to have:

• Previous experience in a design leadership role within a SaaS company.
• Familiarity with front-end development frameworks and an understanding of how design decisions impact code.
• Interest or experience in AI-driven interfaces and data visualization.
• A background in finance or an understanding of FP&A processes would be advantageous.

Benefits:

• Generous equity package, providing a significant opportunity for long-term rewards, with a focus on future growth and ownership.
• Be part of an exciting startup journey with high growth potential and the chance to shape the future of business planning.