DESCRIPTION

EMPATICA

We’re an affective computing company focused on human data analytics, with offices in Downtown Boston, MA and Milan, Italy.
Our mission is to provide intelligent technology that is friendly, caring and more human.
We design and develop medical-quality wearable devices aimed to improve people’s emotional well-being and save lives. Embrace2, our hero product, is the only wrist-worn seizure monitor cleared by the FDA, designed to help prevent SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy).

We believe in a work environment that fosters autonomy, mastery and purpose. We are a team of passionate people from all over the world bringing high levels of creativity to our everyday work.

Watch the recent TEDx talk delivered by our Co-Founder and Chief Scientist Rosalind Picard to learn more about the history of Empatica and what drives our commitment to great work: https://www.ted.com/talks/rosalind_picard_an_ai_smartwatch_that_detects_seizures_and_saves_lives

THE NEW TEAM PLAYER

We are looking for an experienced and ambitious designer to join our growing Marketing team in our Milan HQ.
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the visual future of Empatica.

You will help in designing and defining the way users perceive and interact with our brand, by using your talents and skills to solve complex, challenging problems within the most exciting sector in wearables.

If you live and breathe design, understand that creative and practical thinking are not mutually exclusive, and you love solving problems in ingeniously simple ways, then this role is for you.

Working at Empatica, you’ll have a real opportunity to improve lives around the world, as part of a tight-knit team who share knowledge and are eager to keep learning and pushing to create top-notch products that have a meaningful impact. If you jump on board, we can guarantee it won’t be an easy ride, but it will be one of the most rewarding experiences in your career, one that will allow you to learn a lot and test your whole skill-set on multiple projects, which are already helping thousands of people worldwide.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE MISSION

• • Work closely with the Senior Marketing Manager, product and engineering on the ideation, conceptualization and execution of marketing projects, new product launches and much more.
  • Ensure designs and user interfaces communicate consistent, effective experiences and messages across all platforms, and are in alignment with core site and branding strategy.
  • Work proactively to generate user requirements, wireframes, scenarios, flowcharts, design prototypes, and design specifications, applying best practices and standards related to user experience and information architecture across all Empatica digital products.
  • Mentor junior designers and co-ordinate with other senior designers.

REQUIREMENTS

• THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS ROLE
  • Has a degree in Design, Visual Arts or a relevant field
  • Possesses excellent design and aesthetic skills as well great analytical mindset. You are able to apply good design practices across a wide range of projects, from web to print.
  • Previously worked as a designer (at least 4-5 years) on several web projects, and has a strong portfolio to showcase their method and processes.
  • Is inherently capable to think in systems.
  • Applies a customer-centric approach to solving problems: you can work with analytics, you are comfortable with A/B testing and love trying out different solutions before launching them.
  • Understands development needs and processes, with a proven track record in having worked with engineers.
  • Has outstanding planning, time management and multitasking skills.
• THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR EMPATICA
  • Is a very quick learner
  • Is a very quick learner (it’s not a typo)
  • Is fun and easy to work with
  • Has an excellent execution mindset
  • Is a hard-worker and collaborative
  • Is focused on quality and excellence
  • Is flexible in terms of working time and ability to travel
  • Is a problem-solving hustler who can take on any big or small project
  • Is passionate about our products and our mission
  • Is proficient in English (mother tongue is highly appreciated)

BENEFITS

• • Competitive salary
  • The position is based at our Milan HQ. We also have an office in Boston, plus an amazing beach summer retreat in Sardinia, Italy!
  • Free lunch – yes, being in Italy, it’s something you should care about!
  • Organic fresh fruit
  • MacBook Pro
  • Flexible work hours
  • Free cookies, if you deserve them
  • Much more…

Please click here to apply.