March 27, 2025

Founding UI/UX & Graphic Designer Job at Episodic in San Jose

Episodic San Jose, California

Our mission:Who are we if not the sum of our memories? Isn’t what we call experience simply the memory of our past? What is death but the loss of all our memories?Biological evolution is too slow compared with our environment, and our memory is now limited when faced with the mass of information available. Therefore we need to take matters into our own hands to overcome our limitations.At Episodic we're building a personal artificial memory system that brings all the memories needed for creative, innovative people to make the right decisions at the right time. We are only looking for people who show personal motivation, that blossom through challenges.You must be obsessed by the need to be useful and to have a beneficial impact on the world.You have to be curious and show a strong passion for what you do (in all aspects of your life).Be honest and accept a mode of communication based on radical transparency, where the mission comes before egos.All of the above must be evident when looking at your background.Aptitudes:Smart, able to quickly and deeply understand problems or situationsLearning capacities, master quickly unfamiliar knowledgeAbility to focus, get intensely immersed in subjects and get sh*t doneAll of the above must be evident when looking at your background.Core Competencies:Proven track record of designing widely used interfaces that have reached and impacted a large number of users.Mastery of UI/UX tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD to create detailed wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes.Strong experience in motion design and interactive animations, using tools like Principle, After Effects, or Lottie.Expertise in design systems, typography, color theory, and accessibility standards.Ability to work closely with engineers and developers to ensure design feasibility and high-fidelity implementation.Experience with 3D design tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, or similar).A passion for building intuitive, minimalist, yet highly interactive user experiences.Self-starter mentality with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, unstructured environment.Ability to communicate and collaborate clearly and effectively with engineers and non-technical team members to bring ideas to life.It's even better if you have:A deep understanding of Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines to craft intuitive and seamless software experiences.Basic familiarity with Swift, SwiftUI, or AppKit to enhance collaboration with developers.A working knowledge of frontend development principles.Experience in data-driven design or iterative user testing.Exposure to 3D design tools (such as Blender or Cinema 4D) or advanced digital illustration techniques.Background in psychology, cognitive science, or neuroscience as it relates to user experience.Experience with both digital and print marketing design, including campaign visuals and brand storytelling.How You’ll Shape the Future:Holistic Design Leadership: Design macOS and iOS interfaces that set new standards for user interaction, while also crafting a visual identity that encompasses logos, icons, textures, and overall brand collateral.Cross-Disciplinary Creativity: Develop high-fidelity wireframes, prototypes, and user flows for our digital products, and extend your design expertise to our website and marketing materials.Collaborative Innovation: Work closely with product managers, engineers, and other creative team members to ensure design concepts are both innovative and feasible.Defining Visual Language: Establish and maintain the visual and interaction language of Episodic, setting clear standards for typography, color palettes, motion, and overall design aesthetics.Rapid Prototyping and Iteration: Test and refine interactive experiences, ensuring that every detail—from user journeys to micro-interactions—elevates the product experience.End-to-End Ownership: Take full responsibility for the design process—from conceptualization and wireframing to final design handoff and brand strategy—ensuring consistency and excellence across all visual touchpoints.Benefits:Equity, large responsibilities, and impact.As an early employee, you will benefit from an interesting career plan with fascinating projects along the way.You'll have the opportunity to fully design and shape an interface that will be used by millions of people, defining the future of digital experiences and influencing how people interact with technology in the years to come.Work on fascinating subjects at the intersection of AI, cognitive augmentation, and next-gen interfaces.Join a passionate, ambitious, and high-caliber team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of software design.Location:On-site, Palo Alto.Contact:[email protected]://episodic.tech

Create an account to see the full posting, access our search engine, and more.

Looking For Similar Jobs?