Location:
Gothenburg
About the job
Opera is a Norwegian tech company with a long history of building browsers. In recent years, Opera has expanded into the gaming industry with products like Opera GX, a browser for gamers, and GX.games, a self-publishing platform on the web for indie game developers.As the GX.games team, we’re looking for a Product Designer to join our creative and diverse product team. You will be responsible for creating, maintaining, and improving the visual language and quality of the service. You will work closely with the team to ideate, prototype, and produce visual assets.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Design and iterate on product features across web and native desktop.
- Create user-centered designs by considering market analysis, customer feedback, site metrics, and usability findings.
- Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, product management, and marketing teams to bring products to life.
- Stay informed on current industry trends and technologies, and how they can be incorporated into our design practices
Job Requirements:
- Proficiency in creating visually compelling website designs with a strong understanding of composition, color theory, typography, and layout.
- Proficiency in Figma and design software such as Adobe Creative Suite
- A solid understanding of UI design principles and the ability to create intuitive and user-friendly interfaces that enhance the overall user experience.
- Familiarity with developing and maintaining brand identities, including logo design, brand guidelines, and visual consistency across various platforms.
- A problem-solving mindset with the ability to apply design thinking methodologies to develop innovative and user-centered solutions.
- Genuine interest in game developers or creativities that want to make a living of their creative work online
- Understanding of user research, wireframing, and usability testing methodologies is a plus.
An Ideal Candidate’s Profile:
- Delightful interaction designs and 2D animations (anticipation, exaggeration, squash and stretch, staging etc)
What’s on Offer:
- Flat organizational structure with short decision-making processes that boost your creativity and drive
- A team of experienced and supportive individuals that fosters a friendly work atmosphere
- Professional skill development
- A diverse and inclusive workplace
- Smart working technology
Interested?
We are actively reviewing applications, so apply now! We are looking forward to hearing from you.
Diversity and Inclusion:
At Opera, we deeply value diversity and inclusion as integral parts of our organizational culture. We believe that embracing diversity enriches our business and makes us more resilient. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, regardless of nationality, ethnicity, faith, belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, social background, age, and disability.
About Us:
Opera is a prominent web innovator that has been at the forefront of internet technology for over 25 years. With an ever-expanding community of millions of monthly active users, Opera remains dedicated to delivering extraordinary online experiences. Opera offers a diverse range of products and services to users worldwide, including cutting-edge PC and mobile browsers like Opera One or Opera GX notable for their built-in VPN, AdBlock, and Cashback extension, enhancing security and convenience for our users.Other products include our newsreader, communication platforms, the first built-in AI: Aria, as well as gaming and sports-related apps.
This comprehensive suite of products is designed to meet the diverse needs and preferences of Opera's growing user base.Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Opera has a global presence with major hubs in Poland, China, Spain, and Sweden, coupled with operations spanning numerous other countries. As a publicly traded company, Opera is listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker symbol "OPRA". With an unwavering commitment to innovation and delivering unparalleled user experiences, Opera is poised to continue leading the way in web technology and online services.
