Web Designer (Freelance Contract)

Join Proton and build a better internet where privacy is the default

At Proton, we believe that privacy is a fundamental human right and the cornerstone of democracy. Since our inception in 2014, founded by a team of scientists from CERN, we have dedicated ourselves to providing free and open-source technology to millions worldwide, ensuring access to privacy, security, and freedom online.

Our journey began with Proton Mail, the largest secure email service globally, and has since expanded to include Proton VPN, Proton Calendar, Proton Drive, and Proton Pass. These tools empower individuals and organizations to take control of their personal data, break away from Big Tech’s invasive practices, and defeat censorship. Our work impacts hundreds of millions of lives, from activists on the front lines defending freedom to leaders in governments protecting sensitive information. In some cases, Proton’s services have even been instrumental in saving lives by enabling secure and private communications in high-risk situations.

Proton is a profitable company that does not rely upon VC funding, supporting over 100 million user accounts with a growing team of over 500 people from over 50 different countries, from the world's top companies and universities. We value intelligence, learning potential, and ambition in our hiring process. Adaptability is key as we navigate uncharted territories and redefine how business is conducted online.

Hiring at Proton is highly selective, with less than 1% of candidates hired. We believe smaller teams of exceptional talent will always prevail over larger teams with lower talent density. You will have the opportunity work with many of the world's top minds in their fields, ranging from former international math and science olympiad winners to chess champions.

We have a global mindset and big ambitions but remain a start-up at heart. We value empowerment and flexibility and keep our structure flat to keep moving fast and avoid unnecessary politics. Tired of blending into the crowd? Join us and do work you can truly be proud of. Check our open-source projects here!

About the position

Our Creative & Growth Studio is looking for a talented Freelancer Web & Visual Designer to join a passionate design team dedicated to creating and improving our storefront websites. 

In collaboration with other teams - such as the marketing, brand, content, and product development - you will contribute to creating a best-in-class website experience. Our goal is to delight visitors, guide them through our universe and convince them that Proton's privacy world is worth adopting. You will use your UX/UI expertise to create and elevate our web experiences. This role will bring enthusiasm and passion for UI and visual design, UX experimentation, testing, and innovation.

We are creative problem-solvers, design-lovers, and innovators who work together to deliver user-centered design solutions. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the design of the most visited websites in Europe thus having a major impact on the end-to-end customer journey.  

If this sounds like you, we want to meet you!

What you will do:

• Drive the design process from initial concepts to final polished web mockups 

• Using our Design System, create user-friendly website experiences that are on brand, visually appealing and engaging for all users.

• Develop UI mockups and prototypes that clearly illustrate the website's structure and interactions

• Use your UX knowledge to refine user flows and layouts to improve conversion rates.

• Collaborate closely with marketing, content, design, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality user experiences

• Contribute to the enhancement of our component-based Proton Design System

Job requirements

• 5 years(+) experience as a Web or UI/UX Designer. Please include a link to your Portfolio

• Strong ability in creating designs and visuals within a given brand/visual identity

• Passion for user-centered design, with the ability to create intuitive mobile experiences for different user journeys

• Strong ability to articulate design decisions and convey complex ideas effectively

• Must be proficient in Figma and Adobe programs

• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English

• Experience with CMS/Strapi/React is a plus

• Experience in motion design, animation & illustration is an added advantage

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Proton, we believe diversity drives innovation and strengthens our mission to provide privacy as a default for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical ability, or socio-economic background, feel valued and empowered. We strive to create equal opportunities, promote open dialogue, and support continuous learning to ensure every voice is heard and respected.

If you need any extra support or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, please let your talent partner know.

Candidate Privacy Notice

When you apply for a position, refer a candidate, or are considered for a role at Proton Technologies AG (Proton, we, us, or our), your information is stored in Greenhouse, in accordance with their Service Privacy Policy. This information is used to evaluate your suitability for the posted position. We also retain this information for consideration for future roles that you may apply for or that we believe may align with your background and skills.

If we no longer have a legitimate business need to process your information, we will either delete or anonymize it. Should you have any inquiries about how we use or manage your information, or if you wish to access, correct, or delete your data, please contact our privacy team at careers@proton.ch.

Proton does not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from candidates. We will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from an unsolicited offer, even if the candidate is subsequently hired by Proton.

To learn more about our privacy policy, please visit our privacy policy page.

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