Datarock is a mining technology company that provides products and services to a diverse and growing range of clients across all commodities in the global mining and exploration industry.

Our products leverage computer vision technologies to assist geologists and geotechnical engineers in extracting geological and geotechnical information from imagery and video commonly collected in the mining environment.

Datarock also provides professional services through our Applied Science Team, which specialises in applying machine learning to geoscience problems at all stages of the exploration and mining cycle.

Our technology team is composed of specialist data scientists, machine learning and computer vision engineers, and software and UX developers and engineers. The technology team works closely with our applied science team to ensure meaningful, robust and secure deployment of geological and geotechnical machine-augmented products.

Datarock’s team is spread across Australia and New Zealand. We offer flexible work hours, the ability to work remotely, and a dynamic and collaborative work environment that allows each team member to grow professionally.

For more information about us, please visit our website: www.datarock.com.au

We are seeking a UI/Visual Designer to help us redefine how we manage geoscientific data at Datarock. The Designer's responsibilities include evaluating user requirements and crafting visually appealing, and user-friendly interfaces for digital products. You will drive visual consistency across customer and staff touchpoints. In this role, you will report to and work closely with our Senior UX Researcher & Designer. To be successful in this role, you should have experience with design software and wireframe tools.

Key Responsibilities

As a UI/Visual Designer, you will:

Evaluate user requirements in collaboration with product managers, other designers, and engineers.
Illustrate and communicate design ideas using storyboards, process flows and prototypes.
Lead the development of key customer journeys, focusing on reducing confusion and improving digital workflows.
Support digital product designs; refining navigation and information architecture.
Apply quantitative and qualitative research techniques to validate designs and continuously enhance the user experience.
Create reusable design components and assets, such as buttons, icons, and typography styles.
Use design principles (colour theory, typography, spacing) to enhance readability and aesthetic appeal.
Ensure designs are visually appealing, consistent with brand guidelines, and optimised for various screen sizes and devices (responsive design).
Bonus points if you have experience working with/on Content Management Systems or data storage platforms.

Qualifications/requirements:

At least 4 years of experience in UI Design.
Good understanding of UX principles to inform visual direction.
Prior experience with design software and wireframe tools is crucial for success in this role.
Strong attention to detail and an appreciation for detail in good design.
Experience working in an agile product environment and with user-centred design methodologies.
Natural creativity with an eye for creating great visual design from wireframes.
Solid design skills based on expert knowledge of fundamental design principles, colour theory, typography etc.
Experience creating style guides/design systems and knowledge of atomic design.
Familiarity with accessibility guidelines (WCAG) and designing for inclusivity.
Ability to balance creative vision with business and technical constraints.
Excellent people skills and a collaborative attitude.

We’re excited to grow our team with the addition of a UI Designer. If you think you would be a good fit, please apply and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Job Benefits

Flexible work arrangements - we understand that everyone works differently, so promote the most effective schedule for you.

Strong team culture - get to know our amazing and diverse technical and support teams in the office, remotely or over a coffee to hear about our company social events.

Professional development - we encourage growth via R&D, publications, internal and external presentations, contributions to OSS, you name it.

Attractive salary