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Senior UX/UI Designer (Experimental / Lab Projects)

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ID: #5038
Posted: 2026-03-14
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About the Role London is a hub for cutting-edge design and technology, and at Smatson Labs., we apply that same standard to our digital experiences. We build innovative lab projects that blend experimentation with real-world usability. We believe digital products don’t have to be conventional to be effective. We are looking for a Senior UX/UI Designer (Experimental / Lab Projects) who can own the design of our most forward-thinking initiatives. You aren’t just creating screens; you are shaping user experiences that inspire and delight. You will work alongside engineers, researchers, and product managers to bring experimental concepts to life. You are the advocate for the user in a room full of technical and strategic voices. Why Work With Us? The Environment: Our office is located in London’s iconic Bishopsgate district, surrounded by energy, culture, and inspiration. Bright, open spaces encourage creativity, collaboration, and bold ideas. Innovation Focus: We don’t just follow trends—we create them. You will have the autonomy to experiment, prototype, and iterate on new UX/UI concepts, contributing directly to our strategic vision. Modern Tools: We work exclusively in Figma for design, and our engineering teams use React/Vue. This allows you to design with components, systems, and scalability in mind. Growth: We invest in your professional development. Attend conferences, workshops, and training to stay ahead in UX/UI and experimental design practices. Key Responsibilities • End-to-End Design: Lead projects from discovery and wireframing to high-fidelity prototyping and developer handoff. • Experimental UX/UI: Translate lab concepts into intuitive, engaging interfaces while balancing innovation and usability. • Design System Ownership: Maintain and expand our component library for consistent, scalable experiences. • User Research & Testing: Validate assumptions with user testing, data analysis, and iterative design. • Collaboration & Leadership: Work with product managers, engineers, and researchers; mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback. • Stakeholder Communication: Present design rationale clearly to internal teams and management, explaining both why and how designs work. What We Are Looking For Experience: 6+ years in UX/UI design, ideally with exposure to experimental or lab-focused projects. Leadership or mentoring experience is a plus. Portfolio: Strong portfolio required. Show case studies with problems, processes, and solutions—not just visuals. Tooling: Expert in Figma (Auto Layout, Variants, Prototyping). Familiarity with Sketch, Adobe XD, or other tools is a plus. Mindset: You are pragmatic, curious, and experimental. You know when to iterate, when to innovate, and when to ship. Communication: Excellent English skills; ability to articulate design decisions clearly to cross-functional teams. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £87,100.51-£107,643.17 per year Benefits: • Employee mentoring programme • Flexitime • Health & wellbeing programme • Life insurance • Paid volunteer time • Work from home Work Location: Hybrid remote in London EC4A 4AB

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