Yassir is the leading super App in the Maghreb region set to changing the way daily services are provided. It currently operates in 45 cities across Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia with recent expansions into France, Canada and Sub-Saharan Africa. It is backed (~$200M in funding) by VCs from Silicon Valley, Europe and other parts of the world.
We offer on-demand services such as ride-hailing and last-mile delivery. Building on this infrastructure, we are now introducing financial services to help our users pay, save and borrow digitally.
Helping usher the continent into a digital economy era. We’re not just about serving people - we’re about creating a marketplace to bring people what they need while infusing social values.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are in search of a talented and motivated individual to join our team and start working on all sorts of interesting products. As a Product designer at Yassir, you will be responsible for driving product design initiatives from inception through execution. In this role, you will collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, analysts, and other cross-functional team members within the organization to ensure that our products amaze and delight our users. We are looking for an experienced product designer to contribute to the effort in revamping our service. At Yassir, we put our users and data first. So we need Product Designers with smart UI/UX skills who are continuously adapting and excited to work on products that make the life of our people easier by the day. In this role, you will work cross-functionally to design and guide products from conception to launch by connecting the technical and business worlds and designing the product workflow from beginnin
TASKS
Plan and implement new designs Optimize existing user interface designsTest for intuitivity and experienceCommunicate with clients to understand their business goals and objectivesDevelop technical and business requirements and always strive to deliver intuitive and user-centered solutionsCombine creativity with an awareness of the design elementsCreate prototypes for new product ideasTest new ideas before implementing Conduct an ongoing user research
REQUIREMENTS
A bachelor's degree or an equivalent in a related field.At least 2 years of experience as an UI-UX Designer or similar role UI design portfolioExperience with Figma and/or other design softwareExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to discuss and explain design optionsCritical thinkerProblem solver and customer-centeredExcellent technical knowledge.Good leadership, decision-making, and organization skills.Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.Nice to have technical skills (Strongly advised for senior profiles):Experience managing day-to-day technical and design direction.Knowledge of multiple functional areas such as Product Management, Engineering, Sales, Customer Support, Finance or Marketing.Ability to influence multiple stakeholders without direct authority. Outstanding written & verbal communication skillsOutstanding project management skills.Demonstrated ability to prioritize, self-start, contribute under pressure and meet tight deadlinesHighly organized, creative and critical thinkerComfortable working in an entrepreneurial environmentProcurement or legal background is a big plusExcellent judgment, communication and interpersonal skillsOrganized and obsessive about detailsHard working, passionate and looking to embrace the challengeThrive in high impact/high profile situationsEnthusiastic about Yassir!
BENEFITS
Great compensation and bonuses including stock options.Ground floor opportunity with the team; shape the strategic direction of the companySharp, motivated co-workers in a fun office environmentPaid company holidaysFull social coverage
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN YASSIR
Join one of the fastest-growing tech companies in North AfricaHave a lasting impact on our company's culture Make a real impact on the world by helping us bring affordable financial and on-demand services to millions of AfricansWork on some really hard technical challenges from identity infrastructure for Africans, digital payment networks to complex mapping and routing systems across the continent.We are the first Algerian startup to go through Y Combinator program and we’re backed by top investors including Unpopular Ventures, Rebel Fund and DainTree.VC
At Yassir, we believe in the power of diversity and the importance of an inclusive culture. So, if you're ready to bring your unique perspective and experiences to the table, then we're excited to listen.
Don't just apply for a job, come and be a part of our journey. Let's create a better tomorrow together.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Best of luck,
Your Yassir TA Team