About the business and the role
Reporting to the Product Manager, the Web Designer is responsible for designing and maintaining user interfaces and responsive layouts for Calxa's web-based SaaS platform. The role involves developing wireframes, interactive prototypes and high-fidelity browser-based interface designs to support the functionality, usability and performance of the application. This is an opportunity for an experienced professional with at least three years' experience in web application design to apply their expertise in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
About our company
Calxa is a subscription-based cloud software platform. The application saves time for businesses, not-for-profits and accountants by automating financial reporting processes, including budgets, cash flow forecasts, KPIs and group consolidations. Founded in Australia in 2008, Calxa now services organisations globally.
About the Web Designer
Key responsibilities:
* Design and maintain user interfaces for Calxa's cloud-based web application platform
* Develop responsive screen layouts and UI components for browser-based environments
* Translate functional requirements into wireframes, interactive prototypes and high-fidelity web interface designs
* Design user flows and interaction patterns to support web-based application functionality and navigation
* Collaborate with front-end developers to ensure accurate implementation of interface designs within HTML, CSS and JavaScript environments
* Apply web usability and accessibility principles to optimise interface performance and user experience
* Conduct usability testing and refine web interfaces based on user feedback and behavioural insights
* Maintain and enhance design systems, UI component libraries and style guides
* Manage and deliver multiple design projects simultaneously
You will have the following qualifications and experience:
* Degree qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, Web Design or a related field
* At least three years' experience in web application and interface design
* Demonstrated expertise in visual design software (Figma preferred)
* Working knowledge of HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript to support implementation of web interface designs
* Proficiency in wireframing, prototyping, user flows and high-fidelity interface mock-ups
* Strong understanding of web-based architecture, responsive design and usability principles
* Experience contributing to or maintaining design systems and UI component libraries
* A portfolio demonstrating web-based interface and user experience design solutions
* Knowledge of accounting, financial budgeting or reporting systems is advantageous
Your personal attributes will include:
* Strong problem-solving skills to address usability challenges and improve web interface functionality
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
* Analytical thinking and sound business judgement to inform design decisions
* A proactive and inquisitive approach to identifying and resolving user experience issues