Associate Product Designer

Posted:
4/8/2025, 7:40:58 PM

Location(s):
Tallinn, Estonia

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Product ⋅ UI/UX & Design

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

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🚀 Ready to kickstart your product career? We’re looking for ambitious, curious minds to join our 18-month Associate Product Design program in Tallinn, Estonia!

The program launches in September 2025, and we’ll be meeting shortlisted candidates at our on-site Assessment Day at the Bolt office in early May.

Please note: we’re not able to offer visa sponsorship or relocation support for this role, so make sure you’re all set to be in Estonia if you apply!

What to expect from the hiring process:
📝 Task
💻 Face-to-face (online) interview with the Recruiter
🧠 In-person Recruitment Day in Tallinn (think product tasks + interviews)

If you're ready to dive into the world of product, we can’t wait to meet you!

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<title>About us</title>

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With over 200 million customers in 50+ countries, Bolt is one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe and Africa. And it's all thanks to our people.

We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Our ultimate goal is to make cities for people, not cars, and we need your help to achieve this mission!

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<title>About the role</title>

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The graduate program is an annual initiative designed to attract and retain top early-career talent in product roles in Estonia. The program follows an 18-month rotational structure, where participants will complete two rotations of three quarters each, gaining experience across both vertical and horizontal teams. Upon completion, participants will graduate into full-time Product Designer roles, equipping them with the skills and experience needed to drive impact within the organization.

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<title>Main tasks and responsibilities:</title>

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  • <point>Design with impact – Focus on projects that deliver user and business value.</point>
  • <point>User-centered research – Conduct usability testing, competitor analysis, and synthesize insights to guide design decisions.</point>
  • <point>Design execution – Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals using tools like Figma.</point>
  • <point>Collaboration – Work closely with product managers, engineers, and researchers to craft great user experiences.</point>
  • <point>Communication & alignment – Present and document design decisions clearly to ensure team alignment.</point>
  • <point>Measure & iterate – Define UX metrics, track success, and refine designs based on feedback.</point>

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<title>About you:</title>

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  • <point>You're starting your journey in Product Design – Whether you're a fresh graduate or transitioning from another field like design, human behavior, or related sciences.</point>
  • <point>You have hands-on experience – Your portfolio includes real-world projects from internships, freelance work, personal projects, or redesign challenges.</point>
  • <point>You understand the fundamentals of UX/UI – You grasp core principles like usability, accessibility, and visual hierarchy and have hands-on experience with design tools like Figma.</point>
  • <point>You’re aware of design systems & user research – You understand how design systems function and recognize the importance of user research in UX.</point>
  • <point>You have a curious & problem-solving mindset – You’re eager to learn, open to feedback, structured in your thinking, and thrive on solving design challenges.</point>
  • <point>You communicate & collaborate effectively – You're fluent in English, work well with cross-functional teams, and can articulate design decisions clearly.</point>

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Experience is great, but what we really look for is drive, intelligence, and integrity. So even if you don’t tick every box, please consider applying!
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<title>Why you’ll love it here:</title>

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  • <point>Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.</point>
  • <point>Impact millions of customers and partners in 600+ cities across 50+ countries.</point>
  • <point>Work in fast-moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world.</point>
  • <point>Accelerate your professional growth with unique career opportunities.</point>
  • <point>Get a rewarding salary and stock option package that lets you focus on doing your best work.</point>
  • <point>Enjoy the flexibility of working in a hybrid mode with a minimum of 3 days in the office each week to foster strong connections and teamwork.</point>
  • <point>Take care of your physical and mental health with our wellness perks.</point>

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<text>*Some perks may differ depending on your location and role.</text>
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