UX/UI Designer

About Us

We help climate-tech SaaS startups scale digital products to £1M ARR—without wasting precious runway on inefficient, unreliable design.

At Heights Digital, we offer UX/UI, web and marketing design to startups to improve user experience, retention and conversion - while creating exponentially better digital solutions with low environmental impact.

Our work is based around 3 pillars:

Product design

• SaaS, marketplace or B2B2C/DTC platforms designed for usability, scalability, and retention
• UX strategy, research and testing to align products with real user needs
• High-fidelity UI design for seamless, lean and intuitive digital experiences

Brand and web

• MVB (Minimum Viable Brand) creation to help startups launch fast with a polished identity
• Modern, low-impact websites that look great and drive conversions
• Scalable digital identities that grow with our clients’ businesses

Marketing Collaterals

• Presentation decks, pitch materials, and content to captivate investors and customers
• Conversion-focused landing pages, email designs, and ad campaigns
• Motion graphics and static assets that elevate marketing strategies

…so that our clients can reach more users, amplify their impact and scale faster.

Mission for UX/UI Designer

To research, execute and iterate on UX/UI and marketing collateral design task for our various startups clients - with quality, speed and attention to detail.

Main Success-KPI

• amount of design requests completed and signed-off
• time of execution for each design request
• client satisfaction with the design results

Outcomes

• ongoing weekly self-management and delivery for 2+ clients
• that generally means completing 6+ complex design tasks every week
• ensure 100% client retention
• achieve high level of client satisfaction score

Responsibilities

• research, understand and strategise for complex UX problems
• execute high quality UX/UI designs
• work closely with the Lead Designer
• communicate effectively with the client team
• integrate with existing SOPs and internal systems
• in general: have a high degree of autonomy at each stage of the work (research, delivery, iteration and client communication)

Competencies

Efficiency:

Delivers impactful, high-quality work with precision and minimal wasted effort.

Proactive Drive:

Takes decisive action, moves fast on opportunities, and confidently shares ideas while remaining approachable and open to collaboration.

Creativity and Innovation:

Brings fresh, original ideas to the table, combining artistic flair with practical design solutions that captivate and engage.

Intellectual Agility:

Quickly grasps new concepts, tools, and processes, demonstrating sharp problem-solving and an appetite for continuous learning.

Analytical Expertise:   

Dissects complex data and situations with clarity, delivering structured, insightful solutions that drive meaningful results.

Meticulous Attention to Detail:

Naturally attuned to spotting and refining even the smallest details to ensure flawless execution and outcomes.

Clear and Impactful Communication:

Articulates ideas, insights, and findings in a way that is concise, actionable, and tailored to the audience. Confidently adopts the brand’s tone of voice, leaving ego at the door.

Resilience and Tenacity:

Pushes through challenges with determination and focus, going the extra mile to bring projects to completion.

Adaptability and Agility:

Thrives in dynamic environments, seamlessly shifting gears to manage changing priorities and tackle complex challenges.

Poise Under Pressure:

Stays calm, collected, and solution-oriented, even when navigating tight deadlines or demanding situations.

Passion and Positivity:

Radiates energy and enthusiasm, inspiring others while maintaining a collaborative, can-do approach to work.

Commitment to Excellence:

Demonstrates an unrelenting work ethic and dedication to producing work that exceeds expectations and reflects the highest standards.

Accountability to Standards:

Holds self and team accountable for achieving exceptional outcomes, setting the bar high for every project.

This is who we're looking for:

• you have at least 2 years of experience in a startup or agency environment (or freelance)
• you live in or close to the European Time Zone and can work between core hours of 10am-4pm UK time
• you’re looking for a long-term HOME in a position
• you have native-speaker level writing and speaking skills in English
• you are highly proficient in the following softwares: Figma, Adobe CC, Notion, Slack, ChatGPT / Midjounrey
• you thrive in an environment where you take full ownership of your role
• you enjoy working at a fast pace and exceeding expectations
• you know how to balance precision with speed to keep projects moving forward
• you love creating fresh, impactful designs
• you enjoy a challenge, while staying focused and calm under pressure
• you value growth, both professionally and personally
• you care about making a positive impact in the startup, sustainability and climate-tech space

Ready to take your career to the next level?

Join Heights Digital and work on game-changing projects for high-impact startups in the climate-tech space.

If you’re ready to create, grow, and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.