Event Recap: UI/UX Career Sharing

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Differences Between UI/UX and Design

• Design: Focuses more on understanding supply chains and business logic, bringing overall commercial value to product design.

• UI/UX: Prioritizes strategy, especially in mapping the user journey, ensuring a smooth and optimized user experience through strategic planning.

  
  

Salary References

• Use platforms like level.fyi to research industry salary benchmarks, evaluate target positions, and set reasonable expectations.

  
  

Job Search Strategies

• Design Thinking: Apply design thinking to address problems and innovate, understanding user needs, and supporting UI/UX design effectively.

• Company Research: Investigate what the target company is looking for in a candidate, analyze client needs, and position yourself as the ideal talent to meet those expectations.

• Resume Optimization: Study the key requirements and keywords listed in the company's job postings, especially the core terms, and tailor your resume to align with those.

  
  

Interviews and Team Match

• Key to Securing Interviews: Assess whether you’re from a target school and highlight the company's key requirements in your resume and applications.

• Team Match Process: For companies like Google, the path to permanent employment includes a team match stage as part of the interview process.

  
  

Challenges on the Job

• Unclear Requirements: Ambiguous or vague requirements are common challenges in the workplace. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential to navigate this.

• Language Barriers: As Asian students, initial language challenges may arise. Focus on improving communication and collaboration skills.

Visa and Sponsorship

• Sponsorship: Understand which companies provide sponsorship for work authorization. Familiarize yourself with visa requirements to navigate the job search effectively.