Chief of Staff

This is a full-time on-site role for a Marketing Strategist at PRODBIZ SOLUTIONS PVT LTD located in Hyderabad. The Marketing Strategist will be responsible for market research, developing marketing strategies, conducting research, and communication tasks on a day-to-day basis.

SOFTWAY

Title: UX Engineer II | Department: Product Development

Vision for Product Development

The Product Development Team is dedicated to shaping the future by turning ideas into products that will significantly impact customer lives and propel the organization forward. With a vision to launch a variety of products poised to become major revenue drivers, we are committed to crafting solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. Every product we undertake is a step towards redefining what's possible, ensuring our journey is one of progress, impact, and success.

Overall Purpose of the Position:

As a UX Engineer II, your primary objective is to lead the design and implementation of user-centric interfaces and experiences for our products. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will drive the UX/UI design process from concept to delivery, ensuring that our products are visually appealing, intuitive to use, and aligned with user needs and business goals.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

User Research and Analysis: Conduct user research to understand user behaviors, needs, and pain points. Analyze research findings to inform UX/UI design decisions and identify opportunities for improvement.

UX/UI Design: Lead the design of intuitive, visually appealing user interfaces and experiences for web and mobile applications. Create wireframes, prototypes, and design mockups to communicate design concepts and solutions.

Interaction Design: Define user interactions, flows, and navigation patterns to optimize user engagement and task completion. Collaborate with product managers and engineers to translate design concepts into functional, interactive experiences.

Usability Testing: Plan and conduct usability testing sessions to gather feedback on design prototypes and iterate on design solutions based on user feedback. Advocate for user-centered design principles and best practices within the team.

Design Systems and Guidelines: Establish and maintain design systems, patterns, and guidelines to ensure consistency and coherence across products and platforms. Evangelize design standards and best practices to ensure a unified user experience.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with product managers, software engineers, and other stakeholders to align UX/UI design initiatives with product goals and technical requirements. Foster a collaborative, cross-functional team environment focused on delivering exceptional user experiences.

Mentorship and Leadership: Mentor junior UX/UI designers and contribute to their professional growth and development. Provide leadership and guidance on UX/UI design projects, setting high standards for quality and innovation.

Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in UX/UI design. Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation to enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the UX/UI design process.

Skills and Qualifications:

Proficiency in UX/UI design tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, or Figma.

Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.

Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and data analysis.

Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for typography, layout, and color.

Solid understanding of interaction design principles and best practices.

Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to present and justify design decisions to stakeholders.

Experience working in an agile development environment and collaborating closely with product managers and software engineers.

Bachelor's degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Design, or related field. Master's degree preferred.

Certifications:

UX/UI Design Certifications: Certifications from reputable organizations that validate proficiency in UX/UI design principles, methodologies, and tools. Examples include: Nielsen Norman Group UX Certification

Interaction Design Foundation (IDF) UX Design Certification

Certified User Experience Professional (CUXP) by the User Experience Professionals Association (UXPA)

User Research Certification: Certifications focused on user research techniques, methodologies, and best practices. Examples include:

User Research Academy Certification

Certified Usability Analyst (CUA) by Human Factors International

Accessibility Certification: Certifications demonstrating expertise in designing accessible user interfaces and experiences. Examples include:

International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) Certification

Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS) Certification by the International Association of Accessibility Professionals

Agile or Scrum Certification: While not specific to UX/UI design, certifications in Agile or Scrum methodologies can be beneficial for working effectively in agile development environments. Examples include:

Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) by Scrum Alliance

Professional Scrum Master (PSM) by Scrum.org

Technology Stacks:

Front-end Technologies:

Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for building user interfaces.

Knowledge of front-end frameworks such as React.js, Angular, or Vue.js for developing interactive and responsive web applications.

Understanding of design systems and component libraries to maintain consistency across user interfaces.

Prototyping Tools:

Experience with prototyping tools like Figma to create interactive prototypes and mockups for user testing and stakeholder feedback.

Collaboration Platforms:

Familiarity with collaboration platforms such as Figma, Miro, or Axure RP for facilitating remote collaboration, design reviews, and brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams.

Version Control Systems:

Knowledge of version control systems like Git for managing design files, tracking changes, and collaborating with developers on design implementations.

User Research and Testing Tools:

Experience with user research and testing tools such as UsabilityHub, UserTesting, or Optimal Workshop for conducting usability studies, surveys, and gathering user feedback.

Accessibility Tools:

Understanding of accessibility evaluation tools like Axe, Lighthouse, or WAVE to ensure designs comply with accessibility standards and guidelines (e.g., WCAG).

Responsive Design Principles:

Knowledge of responsive design principles and techniques to create user interfaces that adapt seamlessly across different devices and screen sizes.

Cross-functional Collaboration Tools:

Proficiency in communication and collaboration tools such as Slack, Microsoft Teams, or Zoom for facilitating communication and coordination with cross-functional teams.

Behavioral Expectations: Growth Mindset & the Six Pillars of Love:

Growth Mindset: Embrace and foster growth mindsets within the team. Encourage unlearning old ways and re-learning new approaches to creative work. Challenge and dismantle any belief systems that impede embracing new ways of working or delivering work.

Inclusion: Cultivate an inclusive environment across all geographic locations, valuing and integrating diverse ideas and perspectives.

Empathy: Show understanding and consideration for the unique challenges and perspectives of the India team and consulting clients. Build empathetic relationships to support their needs.

Forgiveness: Promote a culture of learning from mistakes and understanding in cross-cultural contexts. Encourage open discussions about failures and lessons learned.

Trust: Build trust through consistent, honest interactions, and reliable leadership, especially when managing remote and international teams.

Empowerment: Empower team members in all locations by providing autonomy, resources, and support for innovative and context-specific solutions.

Vulnerability: Demonstrate vulnerability in leadership, especially in international contexts. Be open about challenges and encourage the team to share their experiences and ideas.

Operating Principles: Embrace and live out Softway’s current operating principles

Prioritize relationships: We forge unbroken trust, achieve customer intimacy and practice

forgiveness

Embrace discomfort: We value feedback as a gift, embrace. Vulnerability and transparency

Wield your influence: We lead with our influence, embody reliable leadership and extend our influence beyond titles

Practice empathic curiosity: We challenge our believed and assumptions

Focus on outcomes: We deliver with purpose, value impact over effort and engage in strategic problem-solving

Take ownership: We embrace mutual accountability, empower and unblock and learn from our mistakes openly.

Experiment: We champion curiosity and courage, advocate for incremental progress and redefine perfection through iteration.

Be Effective: We align for impact, are interwoven in collaboration and strategize for success.

In Person Meetings & Travel Expectations:

In-Person Team Meetings: Regular attendance for in-person team meetings is required. Company Meetings / Retreats: Attendance for all Company-wide Meetings and/or Retreats is mandatory.

Client Visits: Occasional travel for client visits may be necessary. Travel frequency will depend on client requirements and or international travel laws/restrictions.

International Collaboration (India & US): Willingness to travel to India and/or US as requested to collaborate with cross-functional teams is required.

Reporting Structure: Reports directly to the Product Development Manager

Collaboration and Interaction:

Engage with cross-functional teams, clients, and stakeholders, participating in collaborative discussions to contribute ideas to enhance project outcomes and grow the function. Foster a teamwork-oriented mindset, attend regular team meetings, share regular feedback as a mentor, and seek opportunities for knowledge-sharing of insights and best practices. It includes providing regular updates on the function’s performance and strategic initiatives to leadership, and fostering transparency and collaboration.

Adherence to Standards: Consistency in applying coding standards and adherence to Softway's policies.

Professional Development Opportunities:

Advanced UX/UI Design Training: Participate in advanced training programs, workshops, and courses on UX/UI design principles, methodologies, and tools.

Certification Programs: Pursue certifications in UX/UI design, user research, and accessibility to validate expertise and commitment to the profession.

Cross-Functional Skills Development: Gain exposure to other areas of product development, such as product management, software engineering, and data analytics, to broaden your skill set and perspective.

Networking and Community Engagement: Join UX/UI design communities, attend conferences, and participate in industry events to network with peers and stay updated on industry trends and best practices.

Research and Innovation Projects: Get involved in research and innovation projects within the organization to explore new design concepts, technologies, and methodologies.

Evaluation Metrics:

Design Quality and Innovation: Assess the quality and creativity of UX/UI design solutions, considering factors such as usability, visual appeal, and innovation.

User Satisfaction and Engagement: Measure user satisfaction and engagement metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of UX/UI design in driving user adoption and retention.

Collaboration and Leadership: Evaluate collaboration skills and leadership abilities based on contributions to cross-functional team projects and mentorship of junior designers.

Continuous Improvement: Track participation in professional development activities and initiatives to assess commitment to continuous learning and improvement in UX/UI design skills.

Overall Impact: Evaluate the overall impact of UX/UI design efforts on product success and business goals, considering factors such as user feedback, market performance, and stakeholder satisfaction. 

.Net Core Developer

Experience 2+ Yrs in .Net Core/C# Responsibilities Responsible for designing and developing REST APIs using .Net Core Framework and C#. Create high-performance REST APIs for financial applications. Qualifications B.Tech/BE or MCA – May be relaxed in the case of experienced candidates.

Experience At least 2+ Years of experience as .Net Core Developer Proficient in .Net Core and C# Excellent knowledge in developing REST APIs and Entity Framework Knowledge and experience in writing SQL, SPs, and Triggers Sound knowledge in MVC frameworks and databases. Good project management skills. Good communications skills A good team player

Salary 2 -8 LPA

Key Responsibilities:

•  Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
•  Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues
•  Manage the recruitment and selection process.
•  Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital.
•  Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organization
• Nurture a positive working environment.
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
• Maintain pay plan and benefits program.

Requirements:

• Proven working experience as HR Manager or other Sr HR Executive.
• People-oriented and results-driven.
• Demonstrable experience with Human Resources metrics.
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases.
• Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills.
• Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company.
• In-depth knowledge of labour law and HR best practices.
• Degree in Human Resources or related field.

Working Hours: 7 PM- 4 AM || Mon- Fri

Working Location: Alkapuri, Vadodara

Looking for enthusiastic tech driven individuals who can architect a web application, push pixels, design a web API, design a UI and optimize the backend for scalability. Should be thrilled to deep dive into the field of Location Intelligence. 

Hiring for the role of  Backend Developer for our Development team. Apply if you are keen to explore how data-tech is changing the decision intelligence landscape.

Sociometrik is a geospatial data intelligence start-up based out of New Delhi, India - founded in 2019 with the mission of redefining data-backed executive decision making. We measure and quantify physical earth, built structures and human activity using multi-channel data sources like satellite imagery, smartphone mobility, web records and administrative data to power alternative data-based decision support systems for our clients.

• Write effective, scalable and reusable code
• Participate in system design and architecture discussions
• Collaborate with Product Owner to identify optimal ways to implement new features & product enhancements.
• Coordinate with internal teams to understand user requirements and provide technical solutions.
• Create UI mock-ups and transform them into quality product features consistent with the Product Owner’s vision.

• Minimum 3 years of work experience as a backend developer
• Minimum 3 years experience in Node.js
• Must have Experience working in a Typescript codebase
• Experience with Leaflet.JS, Google Maps API, or Geospatial projects are a "Nice to Have"
• Exposure to deck.gl is “Good to Have”.
• Proficiency with HTML, CSS, JavaScript and jQuery
• Must have Experience collaborating in a team environment

• An analytical bent of mind
• Good time management skills
• Curiosity for learning
• Creative vision
• Team spirit and good problem-solving skills

Hiring Process

Below is our hiring process for this position. We will reach out or send a rejection notice to most candidates within 1-5 business days of applying. Sociometrik promises to value your time and professionalism in every step of the process.

• Quick Screening 
• Interview with Technical Lead

• Final Interview with Leadership

Responsibilities

• Employ user-centered design practices to deliver extraordinary interactive game experiences
• Research the latest practices & industry standards from the Top notch games to create world-class immersive experience for players
• Evaluate designs quickly and craft creative high quality work
• Excellent understanding of visual design principles, style guidelines, design processes, and creative workflow
• Develop UI, graphic design, and interaction specifications/guidelines
• Ability to take on design problems independently, present and sell design concepts
• Finding creative ways to solve UX problems.
• Interface, and collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure the user experience reflects player needs and consistency.

Required Skills

• 3-5 years experience in UX Design.
• Expert-level skills in Adobe Photoshop and industry-standard prototyping tools such as Adobe XD, and Figma. 
• Experience in mobile interface design
• Strong portfolio of design projects.
• Hands-on experience or knowledge of Unity 3D and motion design is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Real passion for gaming
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic arts, interaction design, or equivalent industry experience in the design field.

Ready to work without a handbook, with a love for doing what’s never been done before!

• End-to-end full-stack development experience
• Full hands-on experience with at least one of the following languages Java, PHP, Python, .NET and code repositories like GIT, SVN
• Expertise with HTML5, JQuery, CSS
• Proficiency with front-end JavaScript frameworks like Angular, React, etc.
• Experience of designing and developing APIs in a micro-service architecture
• Experience with webserver technologies like Node.js, J2EE, Apache etc.
• Good understanding and working experience with either relational or non-relational databases like Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Mongo DB, Cassandra
• Good understanding of the changing trends of user interface guidelines for mobile apps and be able to transform apps to newer form factors
• Hands-on with Native UI Components
• Familiar with Cloud components & deployment procedures.
• Familiar with code repository

We are looking for passionate NodeJS Developer responsible for the development of cloud-native Microservices driven systems. Skills in Angular, NodeJs and PostgreSQL. Knowledge of Azure will be an added advantage. Should have knowledge of Source Control.

The end-to-end, design to solution approach is what makes you a perfect fit for the role. Constant upgradation of systems based on user feedback, internal research, performance improvements and bug fixes will be your primary focus. Occasionally you will interact with stakeholders to take the system to the next level.

Your main duties will include creating micro services and components and coupling them together into a functional app. You will work in a self-sufficient team with widely experienced in developing & managing BFSI systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions on NodeJS and Angular
• Debug & troubleshoot
• Maintain documentation
• Ensure quality of deliverables

Skill Sets

Must Have

• Strong development knowledge on JS - NodeJS, Angular
• PostgreSQL
• Postman
• JSON

Good to Have

• Knowledge of Agile
• Experience on Azure
• Type ORM
• API testing tools - chai & mocha

Eligibility

Qualification: BE / B. Tech. / BCA / MCA

Experience

Total software development experience of 3- 4 years with minimum 1 year on NodeJS

Skills

- PostgreSQL, Postman, JSON, NodeJS (Node.js) and Angular (2+)