Ui/Ux Designer

About Sunset Matches:

Sunset Matches is on a quest to revolutionize the dating scene by intertwining the magic of daily sunsets with the thrill of new connections. Activated at 5 PM, our app offers a distinct dating experience: users have 10 right swipes to find a match and then propose a real-time meetup at a captivating venue, from a Manhattan rooftop to a cozy local spot, with some venues offering special features. Our direct, no-chat, meet-today approach is designed for those seeking genuine, immediate connections.

The Team:

Chaim, our CEO, is a visionary second-time founder with a proven track record of success. His leadership is steering Sunset Matches towards redefining the dating landscape.

Marta, our Lead Designer and co-founder, brings her extensive experience from Deloitte to create an intuitive and engaging user experience.

Sathish, our VP of Engineering and co-founder, formerly with Morgan Stanley, is pivotal in shaping our technical strategy, supported by Joshua, a highly skilled SWE intern, who won and got shortlisted out of over 50 competing applicants.

Chaya, leading the partnership effort to get us the best venues in creating the most exquisite venues in NYC.

Lastly, Yakov, our marketing intern, brings fresh, gorilla-like social media stunts to cheer up everyone daily.

Your Opportunity:

We are seeking a UI/UX Designer or Product Designer ready to redefine user interaction and design aesthetics for our innovative dating app.** This role is a blend of creative design and user experience enhancement, working closely with Marta (Lead Designer), Chaim (CEO), and the rest of our passionate team. Based in Manhattan, with the flexibility for some remote work, this position is perfect for someone with a keen eye for design and user experience, eager to embark on an entrepreneurial journey and make a significant impact.

Your Role:

• Design and refine the app's UI/UX to align with our innovative dating concept using design tools like Figma.
• Collaborate closely with our development team to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to continually enhance the app's design and user experience.
• Create and maintain a cohesive style guide to ensure a consistent design language across the app.

We Value:

• Strong expertise in UI/UX design, particularly for mobile applications.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience in conducting user research and usability testing.
• A portfolio showcasing previous design projects.
• Creativity and an eye for detail.
• Experience and skill over degrees.

What We Offer:

• Equity stake ranging from 0.1-1%, vested over 4 years, to reward your long-term commitment and contribution.
• Post-funding (est. April-May), a competitive salary in line with seed-stage startup standards, plus performance-based equity bonuses as milestones are achieved.

Why Sunset Matches?

Join us to be at the forefront of creating a platform that champions real, instant connections through innovative design. If you're passionate about design, user experience, and excited by the prospect of reimagining the dating experience, we'd love to connect.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $80,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Compensation package:

• Employee stock ownership plan
• Stock options

Experience level:

• 4 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Please share Linkedin & Portfolio

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10021