Software Development Engineer - II (Visual Designer)
Gruve
About Gruve
Gruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises to AI powerhouses. We specialize in cybersecurity, customer experience, cloud infrastructure, and advanced technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs). Our mission is to assist our customers in their business strategies utilizing their data to make more intelligent decisions. As a well-funded early-stage startup, Gruve offers a dynamic environment with strong customer and partner networks.
Job Title: SDE-II (Visual Designer)
Location: Pune/Bangalore, India
Position summary:
This is an individual contributor (IC) position for India - based candidates: Who must be available 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST for core team collaboration hours a mid-level visual designer who thrives on creating compelling, data-rich interfaces for enterprise cybersecurity products. You'll be instrumental in scaling our design systems and translating complex security data into clear, actionable visualizations that empower our users to make critical decisions.
Key Roles & Responsibilities:
- Design enterprise-grade interfaces with exceptional visual and interaction design skills for complex cybersecurity workflows.
- Build and maintain comprehensive design systems and component libraries that scale across multiple product lines.
- Create sophisticated data visualizations that make complex enterprise security data accessible and actionable.
- Collaborate closely with product designers, product managers and engineers to deliver design solutions that balance user needs with technical constraints.
- Contribute to design strategy and help establish visual design standards across the organization.
- Participate in design critiques and user research sessions to validate and iterate on design decisions.
Basic Qualifications:
- 3–5 years of visual design experience with a strong portfolio showcasing enterprise product design (portfolio submission required).
- Expertise in building design systems (component libraries, style guides, design tokens) with a systems-thinking approach for scalability and consistency.
- Hands-on experience in data visualization for complex applications such as dashboards, analytics, and reporting tools.
- Strong foundation in typography, color theory, and layout, with a detail-oriented, pixel-perfect execution mindset.
- Proficiency in Figma and design handoff processes, collaborating closely with development teams.
- Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG), inclusive design practices, and ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience designing for cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, or developer tools
- Familiarity with data visualization libraries (D3.js, Chart.js, etc.) and understanding of technical implementation
- Experience with design tokens and advanced design system methodologies
- Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices
- Background in motion design or micro-interactions for enterprise applications
- Experience working in agile development environments and familiarity with design sprints
Why Gruve
At Gruve, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Gruve is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.