UX Designer I at Remitly

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Remitly Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Legal, Technology, Professional ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience in UX design or early career candidates with good placement experience in art/design
  • Have experience working in Figma
  • Have experience working with enterprise design system
  • Have B2B or professional services background
  • Have a good portfolio showcasing full UX/UI lifecycle and delivery

Responsibilities

  • Understanding how UI design impacts the overall user experience
  • Identifying different creative solutions and looks for opportunities to develop new ideas or thinking within own role
  • Iterating on defined user experience concepts and components for the product or project using tools such as wireframes, prototypes, and process flow diagrams
  • Exploring data from analytics packages, customer insight or other sources to understand context of research work
  • Support local SA development teams to allow them to deliver autonomously, increase quality and velocity
  • Work with the wider global business
  • Understand the scope of the work, its desired outcomes and ensure alignment with our Design System and global UX processes

Skills

Figma
UX Design
UI Design
Wireframes
Prototypes
Design Systems
User Research
Analytics

Remitly

International money transfer for immigrants

About Remitly

Remitly focuses on international money transfers, helping immigrants send money to their families quickly and securely at lower costs than traditional banks. The company charges transaction fees and earns from the exchange rate margin, offering various transfer options like bank deposits and cash pickups. Remitly enhances user experience through its website and mobile app, allowing real-time tracking of transfers, and engages with immigrant communities by providing helpful resources and educational support. Its goal is to meet the unique needs of immigrants while ensuring fast, affordable, and reliable money transfer services.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$423.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Continuing Education or Travel Stipend
Office Culture
Flexible PTO, Schedules and Leaves
DEI Learning Opportunities
Community Engagement
Inclusive Benefits

Risks

Swift's integration into banks' channels poses a competitive threat to Remitly.
AI agents' rise may challenge Remitly's operational model in efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Schall Law Firm's investigation could impact investor confidence and Remitly's reputation.

Differentiation

Remitly focuses on immigrants, offering competitive rates and fast, secure transactions.
The company leverages technology for a seamless user experience via its app and website.
Remitly engages with immigrant communities through content and educational initiatives.

Upsides

Increased digital wallet adoption in key markets expands Remitly's reach to unbanked individuals.
AI agents in operations could reduce costs and improve Remitly's efficiency.
Visa collaboration enhances Remitly's cross-border fund flow services, boosting customer satisfaction.

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