Product Designer

Lendsqr is dedicated to ensuring that credit becomes accessible worldwide, effectively bridging the credit gap. To achieve this goal, we have developed a comprehensive LaaS platform that supports the entire lending process for our valued customers. Over the last few years, Lendsqr has been revolutionizing how everyone can get loans easily by helping lenders with the technology, data, and services they need to launch their digital lending at scale. Top digital lenders like Kredi Bank, Urgent10k, Irorun, and even Sterling Bank now depend on Lendsqr to power their lending systems. But we cannot do all these without committed and incredibly smart people who share the same passion and vision for Africa. We need you. Join us! About the Role The Lendsqr Products team is looking for an exceptional candidate to take on the role of Product Designer. This is an exciting role responsible for designing and prototyping key product ideas. The candidate will be expected to develop a good understanding of the business and customers and effectively design customer-centric products to meet the business goals. Lendsqr is currently in the process of establishing itself in various countries. However at the moment, whilst we work remotely, we are only able to hire employees resident in Nigeria to ensure effective employee management. Responsibilities Plan and implement new designs Optimize existing UI designs Liaise with team members to conduct user research and run tests for intuitively and experience Develop technical and business requirements and always strive to deliver intuitive and user-centered solutions Combine creativity with an awareness of the design elements and principles Create prototypes for new product ideas and experiments Requirements Minimum of a 2:1 in a relevant field Previous experience as a Product Designer Design portfolio Strong knowledge of fintech and technical products Competencies/Skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to discuss and explain design options Detail-oriented and a problem solver The ability to work independently and as part of a team Knowledge of tools such as Figma is required. Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign are a plus. Experience with HTML & CSS is a plus Compensation Structure Base pay Data Allowance Incentive pay Other company benefits as defined by policy