Experience Designer

About Us
Affectable is a pioneering neurotech startup focused on improving health through transformative sleep enhancement technology. As an early member of our team, you’ll work on cutting-edge solutions that have the potential to impact millions worldwide. Join us as we redefine how people experience restorative sleep.
Your Role

Join Affectable Sleep as our Experience Designer and help guide the future of health and well-being. In this role, you will craft the interactions users have with our sleep enhancement technology, shaping every touchpoint with our company and products. Your designs will inspire and engage users, communicating the transformative power of our innovations to improve lives on a global scale.

Responsibilities

  • Design intuitive and engaging user interfaces across our mobile app and web platforms that embody our mission to enhance health through better sleep.
  • Conduct user research and testing to deeply understand user needs and translate them into impactful design solutions.
  • Create compelling marketing materials and branding elements that resonate with our vision and values.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and industrial design, to bring cohesive and innovative solutions to life.
  • Design communication experiences that captivate users and stakeholders, conveying the profound impact of our technology.
  • Ensure design considerations align with the rigorous standards of a structured, safety-critical field, reflecting our commitment to excellence and user safety.
  • Stay at the cutting edge of design trends and best practices to continually elevate our products and brand.
  • Craft user interactions with our hardware and daily use experiences in the physical world, ensuring a seamless and inspiring user journey.

What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications

  • Proficiency in design tools and a passion for creating user-centered experiences.
  • A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design projects that demonstrate your creativity and impact.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to inspire and influence cross-functional teams.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience.

Desirable Experience

  • Previous experience working in a dynamic startup environment.
  • A deep interest in communication design and a passion for taking on new and unique challenges.
  • Familiarity with user research methods and usability testing.
  • Experience with branding and marketing design.
  • Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices.
  • Experience working in a structured, safety-critical field, where precision and compliance are paramount.
  • A curiosity or interest in designing physical interfaces and user interactions with hardware.

The Ideal Candidate
  • Is a creative innovator, driven by the opportunity to make a tangible difference in people's lives through exceptional design.
  • Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoys working with diverse, talented teams.
  • Is eager to learn, grow, and push the boundaries of what's possible.
  • Values open communication, constructive feedback, and continuous improvement.
  • Is inspired by the potential to improve global health and well-being through innovative technology.
  • Understands the importance of working within a structured system and is committed to upholding the highest quality standards.

Why Join Us?
  • Impact: Be part of a mission-driven team working to improve health and well-being on a global scale.
  • Growth: Receive hands-on training in medical device standards and regulatory compliance, while honing your technical skills.
  • Opportunity: Work with a team of seasoned professionals who have deep experience in startups, deep-tech, and a successful exit.
  • Rewards: Enjoy significant potential for financial rewards as an early team member.

To Apply:

Please send an introductory letter and copy of your CV in pdf format to hr[at]affectablesleep.com

No Recruiters: We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not respond to this advertisement.

Location Preference: We prefer applicants based in or willing to move to Sydney, Australia.

Compensation: Compensation will be based on experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Your personal information will be used solely for the purposes of this recruitment process and will be kept confidential.

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