User Experience Designer

Company Description

StellarPay is a global borderless financial platform that seamlessly integrates traditional fiat currencies and digital assets like cryptocurrencies and stablecoins. We allow users to spend, send, and save across multiple currencies via multi-currency accounts, real-time crypto-to-fiat conversion, social peer-to-peer (P2P) transfers, and global debit card access.

StellarPay’s mission is to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the rapidly evolving crypto economy, creating a comprehensive solution for individuals and businesses.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a User Experience Designer at StellarPay.

The User Experience Intern will be responsible for conducting user research, implementing design thinking methodologies, visual design creation, prototyping, and enhancing user experience (UX) across the platform. While the role is based in New York, NY, there is flexibility for some remote work including work from additional offices as we grow.

Who we are looking for

At StellarPay, we are reshaping the future of payments with a bold vision: to build a global, borderless financial platform that seamlessly integrates both traditional fiat currencies and the emerging world of digital assets like cryptocurrencies and stablecoins.

We are looking for a User Experience Designer Intern who is not only passionate about design, but also excited by the opportunity to help revolutionize the way the world interacts with money.

We’re a fast-paced, high-growth fintech startup where innovation, creativity, and agency are not just encouraged—they’re expected. As a UX Intern, you will play a crucial role in designing seamless, intuitive experiences that meet the needs of a global, diverse user base. If you have the ability to think critically, anticipate user needs, and bring fresh, innovative ideas to the table, we want to hear from you.

**The ideal candidate

1. Creative thinker:** We value clarity, sophistication, and user-centricity. You want to build creative yet simple experiences for users. You have a knack for taking complex challenges and distilling them into clean, intuitive, and minimalist designs that make the user experience feel effortless. You understand that elegance lies in simplicity, and your designs make complicated tasks feel seamless and intuitive for all users, whether they’re crypto-savvy or new to fintech.

2. ****A passion for design excellence**:

At StellarPay, we are seeking designers who are **not just content with good design**, but **strive for greatness**.

You want to create work that leaves a lasting impact—designs that are timeless, innovative, and industry-leading. You understand that great design is not just about solving problems but about elevating the user experience. You take cues from the design greats—Dieter Rams, Jony Ive, Braun, and Apple—who redefined their industries through a commitment to elegance, simplicity, and purpose.

You view design as a tool for creating seamless experiences, whether you’re simplifying multi-currency transactions or making complex financial data feel accessible and intuitive. You are passionate about designing with purpose, where every decision is motivated by the goal of delivering an experience that’s clear, sophisticated, and beautiful—no matter how complex the underlying technology and are committed to creating designs that elevate the user’s experience and make their lives easier, while also helping StellarPay lead the way in an industry that is constantly evolving.

1. High Agency: You’re proactive and thrive in environments where you can take ownership of your work. You don’t wait to be told what to do; you anticipate needs, identify opportunities, and take the lead in solving complex problems with minimal guidance.
2. Ability to Pivot: As a startup, our needs and priorities evolve quickly. You’re flexible, adaptable, and able to pivot on a dime when faced with changing circumstances or new information, all while keeping a clear focus on user-centered outcomes.
3. Innovative Mindset: You’re always thinking ahead—whether it’s staying up to date on the latest market trends in fintech, identifying design solutions that push boundaries, or developing new ideas to help us maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving industry.
4. Passion for Design, Branding and Fintech: You are genuinely excited about the convergence of traditional finance and the digital asset economy. You are eager to work on products that solve real-world challenges for users worldwide, from seamless crypto-to-fiat transactions to intuitive multi-currency account management.
5. Strong Design Thinking: You have a deep understanding of the fundamental principles of App UX design, are intrigued by designs and apply them to create intuitive, user-friendly, and engaging digital experiences. You’re comfortable with all stages of design, from research and wireframing to high-fidelity mockups and prototypes.
6. Collaborative & Agile: You work well with teams and can balance feedback from multiple stakeholders to refine your designs. You’re comfortable with iterative design processes and can quickly adjust based on new information or feedback.
7. Driven to Learn and Grow: Wether you are an experienced designer or are early in your design career, you are driven by excellence and are hungry to learn. Whether it’s from your teammates, user feedback, or market research, you’re committed to continuously improving your skills and contributing to the growth of the company.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and work on the design and development of user-friendly and innovative interfaces across our web and mobile applications.
• Assist in conducting user research and usability testing to gather insights and improve the overall user experience.
• Build wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that align with our brand identity, features and user needs.
• Help develop and maintain design systems and guidelines to ensure consistency across all digital platforms.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including product management and development, to implement design solutions effectively.
• Monitor and analyze user feedback and analytics to identify areas for improvement in the user experience.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in UX/UI design, particularly in the fintech sector.
• Work in synergy with our GTM team to build global campaigns.

Qualifications:

User Research and Design Thinking skills Visual Design and Prototyping abilities User Experience (UX) expertise Experience in UI/UX design for financial platforms is a plus Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and collaboration skills Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field.

Compensation:

This is an unpaid internship for a duration of 3 months, with the potential for a full-time offer at the end of the internship based on performance and competency. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about building the future of payments and want to be part of a cutting-edge, innovative company.

Why join StellarPay?

1. Global Impact: Be part of a team working to reshape global payments and bridge the gap between traditional finance and the crypto economy.
2. Growth Opportunities: As an early-stage startup, you’ll have the chance to take ownership of projects and make a real impact on the direction of the product.
3. Dynamic Environment: You’ll be part of a fast-paced, collaborative team that values innovation, initiative, and agility. Your contributions will be valued and seen by users worldwide.
4. Long-Term Potential: StellarPay is growing quickly, and we’re looking for passionate, driven individuals who want to grow with us. If you’re a standout performer, there’s potential for long-term opportunities beyond the internship.