UX Designer - AI Startup, DBtune

Om jobbet

About DBtune
DBtune is an innovative startup based in Malmö, specializing in AI-driven optimization for PostgreSQL databases. We are looking for a talented UX Designer who will play a key part in shaping the user experience of our product. If you have a passion for solving technical design challenges, data visualization, and innovative technology, join our fast-growing team.
Job Overview
We're actively seeking to expand the team with a dedicated UX Designer. In this role, you will bridge the gap between our complex AI-driven optimization technology and the humans who rely on it. You will collaborate closely with our research and product teams to design user-friendly, data-rich interfaces that make database optimization accessible and actionable.

Your primary mission will be to translate intricate performance metrics into a seamless user experience. You will be working on our core SaaS dashboard, visualizing optimization insights, and simplifying the configuration of PostgreSQL solutions across environments like Amazon RDS and Azure Flexible Server.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end product design: Lead the design process from conceptualization to hand-off, creating user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for the DBtune platform and website.
• Complex data visualization: Design clear and actionable data visualizations that help customers instantly understand their database performance metrics, optimization opportunities, and AI-driven insights.
• User research & testing: Conduct user research and usability testing to validate assumptions and identify pain points in the workflow.
• Develop domain knowledge: Proactively build a functional understanding of PostgreSQL concepts and database optimization to design with empathy and precision for our technical users.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the engineering team to ensure designs are technically feasible and correctly implemented, maintaining a tight feedback loop during development.
• Design system maintenance: Contribute to and maintain an internal design system to ensure consistency across the application and marketing touchpoints.
• Simplify AI interactions: Create interfaces that explain why the AI is making specific tuning recommendations, fostering trust and transparency with the user.
• Customer engagement: Occasionally join meetings with partners and customers to observe how they interact with the product and gather direct feedback on the UI/UX.
• Support go-to-market efforts: Create ad hoc visual assets and high-quality graphics for marketing, sales, and promotional materials to support the brand's growth and market presence.
  
  

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of experience as a UX Designer or equivalent.
• Strong portfolio: A portfolio demonstrating experience designing complex web applications, dashboards, or data-heavy interfaces.
• Tool proficiency: Expert knowledge of design and prototyping tools such as Figma.
• User-centric mindset: Demonstrated ability to break down complex technical problems into simple, user-friendly flows.
• Technical collaboration: Experience handing off designs to developers and familiarity with the development lifecycle.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to articulate design decisions to non-designers.
• Autonomy: Ability to work independently in a startup environment, taking ownership of the design direction.
  
  

Additional Merits

• Degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Interaction Design, or a related field.
• Experience designing monitoring platforms, or cloud infrastructure dashboards.
• Experience in prototyping functional UI demos, with AI coding agents or otherwise.
• Familiarity with marketing and sales design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud) for creating high-fidelity marketing assets, or proficiency in rapid-production tools (e.g., Canva) and presentation software (e.g., Google Slides, PowerPoint) for designing impactful sales decks and go-to-market materials.
• Familiarity with AI-driven design tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with databases or with SQL/PostgreSQL concepts.
• Basic understanding of HTML/CSS/JS.
• Experience with data visualization libraries or concepts (e.g., designing for Highcharts, D3.js, or Grafana).
• Experience working in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
• Interest in AI and how it interacts with human workflows.
  
  

Work Environment
DBtune fosters a dynamic and collaborative work environment where innovation thrives.

As a tight-knit team, we value diversity, embrace differences, and we are constantly committed to creating a culture, where everyone feels safe, valued, respected, and included. In our journey, we emphasize a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. We believe in the power of creativity to transform the industry, and we encourage each team member to bring their unique perspective to the table. Our team is multinational and is mainly located in Malmö.

Terms of Employment
This is a permanent position, presenting abundant opportunities for professional growth and development at DBtune. We take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation package. Furthermore, we are committed to investing in our team's continuous learning and skill enhancement. This commitment is exemplified through workshops and conferences, to foster personal and professional growth. In recognition of the importance of work-life balance, we provide flexible work hours.

Location
This in-office position calls for regular attendance at our Malmö headquarters, providing ample opportunities for face-to-face interactions and collaboration with our team. DBtune offers flexibility with a 2-day-a-week in-office policy. We're proud to be a part of the Minc startup incubator, a nurturing ecosystem that has played host to renowned companies like Neo4j, Polar Rose, Hövding, and Debricked.

For candidates residing in Denmark, our compensation package is crafted to acknowledge the elevated cost of living and ensure an appropriate salary adjustment. Furthermore, the implemented 2-day-a-week office policy offers a flexible and manageable work arrangement, making commuting to the office less burdensome.

How to Apply
Applications must be written in English and compiled into a PDF-file. They should contain:

1. Résumé/CV.
2. Links to previous work/artifacts such as a design portfolio (e.g., personal site, LinkedIn, direct files, blog posts, etc.).
3. Contact information of at least two professional references. References will be contacted only after the candidate has been informed and following the initial interview stage.
4. Copies of relevant certificates/grades that you wish to be considered.
   
   

Join the DBtune Team
If you are passionate about AI, machine learning, databases and creating impactful software solutions, we encourage you to apply! Be part of our journey to transform cloud and database systems and contribute to a more efficient and sustainable future.