Acko - Junior Product Designer

About Us :

ACKO is the protection destination for over 200 million tech-savvy families across India, protecting their families, assets and money.

Launched in 2016, ACKO started by reimagining insurance, making it simple, hassle-free and customer-first.

Today, our mission goes beyond that : we aim to touch the lives of 1 million users, building products that solve real-world problems with technology at the core.

We are not just another insurance company, our DNA is product-tech, and our approach is bold, innovative, and digital-first.

From zero commission, zero paperwork, and instant renewals to same-day claims settlements and app-based tracking, ACKO is a Welcome Change from traditional insurers.

But what truly sets us apart? Our people.

Job Description :

We're on a mission to transform the way we serve our customers, focusing on what truly matters to them and reducing uncertainty in their lives.

As a Product Designer, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our D2C experience, including various customer-facing products and our app experience.

We're seeking someone with experience in designing end-to-end D2C flows and collaborating with stakeholders across various disciplines.

We're looking for individuals who are inherently curious, willing to experiment, and adept at fostering a respectful and collaborative the Design team :

Were a fast-paced, innovative team.

We collaborate with product and business teams to seamlessly integrate their offerings into our product ecosystem, ensuring alignment with our principles and frameworks.

We are friendly, approachable, data-driven, and value hypothesis-driven design over shots in the dark.

In this role, you will :

• Deliver designs that are innovative, scalable, and thoroughly documented.
• Drive design projects aligned with our OKRs by collaborating closely with strategy, product, business, and engineering teams.
• Own design for products in their respective pods, from ideation and prototyping to user testing and final production, ensuring timely delivery.
• Utilize data insights, including metrics and usability studies, to inform and refine design decisions.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of design patterns, best practices, and standards for both iOS and Android platforms.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure seamless implementation of were looking for :
• Someone comfortable with deep diving into complex products and simplifying them.
• A designer who can see the big picture while keeping a keen eye on details.
• A designer excellent at influencing peers and leadership with strong storytelling and design rationale.
• A Figma expert who can prototype quickly, with motion design in mind.
• Someone with a good sense of humor is a youll need :
• 3+ years of experience designing D2C digital products.
• A stellar portfolio showcasing design process, problem-solving skills, and the ability to design for diverse platforms and form factors.
• Expertise in user-centered design principles, design thinking, and design systems.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• A demonstrated track record of working with teams that have shipped high-quality experiences.
• Enthusiasm for learning and adapting to new technologies a commitment to exploring the exciting world of AI is a fundamental part of our culture

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