Description:

Automattic is seeking a Senior Designer for WordPress Themes to enhance user experiences across its products.
The role involves designing exceptional WordPress websites and themes for various clients and events.
Designers will iterate on designs from wireframes to mockups to site builds, guided by project scope and business goals.
Effective communication is essential, as designers will share ideas in written, verbal, and visual formats, including client calls.
Collaboration with engineers is required to ensure high-quality experiences are launched.
Designers will contribute feedback to Automattic products and engage with the open-source and design communities.

Requirements:

Candidates must have a deep understanding of modern website design and theming, with knowledge of WordPress block themes and Gutenberg being a significant advantage.
Relevant past work experience in remote work, WordPress, e-commerce, or site editors is required.
A strong ability to identify user needs and deliver clear design solutions is essential.
Flexibility in designing at various fidelity levels and choosing efficient processes is necessary.
Candidates should be able to integrate feedback and iterate on designs while considering customer insights.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required for collaboration and presentation of work.
Proficiency in design and prototyping tools, particularly Figma, and familiarity with website development cycles are necessary.
Strong UI and visual design skills must be demonstrated through a portfolio.
Familiarity with remote work is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $95,000-$200,000 USD, with pay reflecting the potential contribution and impact of the candidate.
Automattic offers a straightforward, competitive base salary without complex variable components.
The company provides an open vacation policy, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
A comprehensive list of benefits is available on the Automattic Benefits Page, tailored by country.
The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring an accessible hiring process for all candidates.