UI / UX Designer

About the role

Boost is a Wellington-based software development company that builds custom digital solutions for public sector organisations. It is looking for a motivated, experienced UX/UI Designer to join its small, dedicated Agile team. The role is full time and based in the Wellington office; remote applicants are not considered. Applicants need NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Key responsibilities

• Design bespoke digital experiences, from user research and wireframes through to high-fidelity UI and prototypes.
• Conduct and contribute to user research, usability testing and other discovery activities.
• Work in an Agile team, producing work early, testing frequently and learning as you go.
• Create and maintain design systems and component libraries for consistent, accessible experiences.
• Collaborate with developers so designs are implemented accurately.
• Champion accessibility and usability best practice.
• Use AI tools to enhance productivity and design workflows, and take initiative in problem-solving.

Required profile

• A couple of years' experience designing user-centred digital products, with strong examples of UX and UI work.
• Ideally a visual design degree or postgraduate degree in UX.
• Enjoys working in a high-performing team, is curious, self-directed, adaptable to ambiguity and change, and works iteratively in an Agile way.

Required skills

• Expertise with design and prototyping tools such as Figma.
• Familiarity with AI design tools.

What we offer

• An indicative salary of $60K-$110K per year, depending on skills and experience.
• A purpose-led, values-driven culture with continuous learning, work/life balance and a democratic workplace.

To apply, candidates submit their CV, a portfolio or examples of previous work, and a cover letter. The company runs a Test-drive Boost event to help candidates get to know the team.