<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">About KioCafé<br></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt">KioCafé is a growing B2B technology company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and deployment of autonomous robotic coffee kiosks, cold brew stations, and self-service beverage systems.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt">By combining innovative hardware, intelligent software, automation, and payment technology, KioCafé delivers fully integrated beverage solutions that help businesses streamline operations, reduce labor requirements, and provide convenient, high-quality beverage experiences.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt">With operations across Canada, the United States, and China, KioCafé is focused on advancing automated beverage technology and expanding its global presence.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-weight: bold">This is an exciting time to join KioCafé as we enter our next phase of growth.</span> As a growing startup, we offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, contribute to innovative products, and help shape the future of automated beverage technology.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Position Summary</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt">KioCafé is seeking a creative, detail-oriented, and motivated <span style="font-weight: bold">Junior UX/UI Designer</span> to support the design and development of intuitive, engaging digital experiences across our hardware and software products.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt">This role will work closely with Product Management, Engineering, and Marketing to create user-friendly interfaces for our robotic coffee kiosks, touchscreen ordering systems, mobile applications, and web-based platforms.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt">The ideal candidate is passionate about user-centered design, eager to learn, and excited to contribute to innovative technology in a fast-paced startup environment.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Key Responsibilities</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt">User Experience & Interface Design</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Assist in designing intuitive user interfaces for touchscreen kiosks, mobile applications, and web-based platforms.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Create wireframes, mockups, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Support the development of consistent visual design systems and reusable UI components.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to translate business requirements into effective user experiences.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Ensure designs are visually appealing, accessible, responsive, and easy to navigate.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Incorporate feedback from internal stakeholders and customers into design improvements.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt">User Research & Testing</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Assist with user research, usability testing, and customer feedback collection.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Identify opportunities to improve navigation, ordering workflows, and overall user experience.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Analyze user behavior and feedback to recommend design improvements.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Support testing of new features and interfaces before product launches.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt">Product & Cross-Functional Collaboration</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Work closely with Product Management and Engineering to support new product development.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Prepare design specifications, assets, and documentation for development teams.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Collaborate with Marketing to maintain consistent branding across customer-facing platforms.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Participate in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and product planning meetings.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Stay informed on emerging UX/UI trends, design tools, and best practices.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Qualifications & Experience</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Required Qualifications</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Diploma or bachelor's degree in UX/UI Design, Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">0–2 years of relevant UX/UI design experience, including internships or academic projects.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Proficiency in Figma or similar design and prototyping tools.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Understanding of user-centered design principles, wireframing, prototyping, and responsive design.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Strong visual design skills, including typography, layout, color, and composition.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Portfolio demonstrating UX/UI design projects and creative problem-solving.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Strong communication skills and attention to detail.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Ability to receive feedback, collaborate with others, and manage multiple priorities.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold">Preferred Qualifications</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Experience designing touchscreen interfaces, mobile applications, or SaaS platforms.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, or front-end development principles.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Knowledge of accessibility standards and usability testing.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Interest in robotics, automation, consumer technology, or self-service systems.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Experience working in a startup or agile development environment.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt">Key Competencies</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">UX/UI Design</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Wireframing & Prototyping</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">User-Centered Design</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Visual Design & Branding</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Creativity & Problem-Solving</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Attention to Detail</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Cross-Functional Collaboration</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Adaptability & Continuous Learning</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt">What Success Looks Like</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Intuitive, visually consistent interfaces that enhance the customer experience.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">High-quality design deliverables that support product development timelines.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Effective collaboration with Product, Engineering, and Marketing.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Continuous improvements to usability and customer satisfaction.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt">Growing ownership of design projects and contributions to KioCafé's product innovation.</span></li>
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Application Requirements
Candidates must hold a diploma or bachelor's degree in a design-related field and possess 0-2 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Figma and a strong portfolio demonstrating UX/UI design projects and creative problem-solving are required.