Hornet (Queer Networks) is the world’s leading queer tech company, providing a digital home for gay men to safely connect with each other — anytime, anywhere. Amplifying the radical, affirmative power of the queer community with cutting-edge technology, Queer Networks serves the LGBTQ+ community with products such as the gay chat app Hornet, with over 100 million users worldwide, the gay live-streaming app Hornet Live, and HornetX, a map-based web app for gay guys. Our diverse team spans the world, bringing together various perspectives and incredible talent.

Do you want to join Hornet? We are looking for a (Junior) UX/UI Designer to join our product team as part of the growth organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a UX/UI Designer with at least 2 years of experience who is passionate about building user-centric products and thrives in a collaborative, fully remote environment.

Your Role

• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to design intuitive and engaging user experiences.
• Create user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using Figma.
• Work on both web and mobile applications, ensuring designs are responsive and accessible.
• Assist in user research and usability testing, applying insights to improve designs.
• Contribute and maintain our design system to ensure brand consistency.
• Use tools like Adobe Creative Suite to enhance visual designs and create supporting assets.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions, offering fresh perspectives and ideas for new features.

Your Profile & Experience

• 2+ years of experience in UX/UI design, preferably with experience in product.
• Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and color theory.
• Experience creating user flows, wireframes, and prototypes.
• A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn from a diverse, talented team.
• Knowledge of user-centered design practices and accessibility standards.
• Passion for serving the LGBTQ+ community or an interest in contributing to an inclusive and meaningful mission.

Our Benefits

• You will be part of our mission to provide a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community
• We offer a flexible work environment where you can work fully remote
• We will offer you an open contract with monthly invoicing

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and portfolio showcasing your best UX/UI work. A cover letter is optional, but we'd love a 1-2 sentence statement on why our mission resonates with you.

We look forward to hearing from you! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our team members and a better product for our users and community.