Junior Product Manager / Designer

Job Description: Junior Product Designer/Manager at Parakeet

Location: Remote: Argentina, Philippines, Romania, Brazil, Vietnam

Type: Full-Time

About Us

Parakeet is revolutionizing risk management and compliance in the industrial sector. We provide cutting-edge tools to empower businesses to navigate complex challenges with ease and efficiency. We’re looking for a talented Junior Product Designer/Manager to join our dynamic team and help bring our vision to life.

About The Role

As a Junior Product Designer/Manager at Parakeet, you’ll combine creative design skills with light product management responsibilities to support the development of intuitive and visually compelling features. This role is perfect for someone early in their career who is passionate about user-centered design and eager to collaborate closely with developers to bring ideas to fruition.

Key Responsibilities

Design

• Create user-friendly and visually appealing designs for web-based applications.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and mockups to effectively communicate design concepts.
• Ensure designs align with user needs and Parakeet’s brand identity.
• Conduct user research and testing to gather feedback and iterate on designs.
• Collaborate with the development team to ensure design feasibility and successful implementation.
  
  

Product Management

• Translate design concepts into clear, actionable tasks on our Linear board.
• Prioritize tasks to align with company goals and development timelines.
• Act as a liaison between the design and development teams to ensure smooth communication and workflow.
• Provide updates on project progress and help resolve any roadblocks that arise.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Design Skills: Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar design tools. Experience creating wireframes, prototypes, and mockups is essential.
• Product Management Basics: Familiarity with ticketing systems (e.g., Linear, Jira, Trello) and understanding how to write clear, concise, and actionable tickets.
• Collaboration: Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for design and a focus on delivering polished, high-quality work.
• Self-Starter: Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and grow in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Nice-to-Haves

• Knowledge of user research and usability testing methodologies.
• Understanding of agile development principles.
• Previous experience working with a development team.
  
  

Why Join Parakeet?

• Be part of a rapidly growing company making a real impact in the industrial sector.
• Work with a supportive and talented team that values creativity and innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in both design and product management.