UX/UI Designer, iOS Apps
Design the Future of Youth Mental Health
About Us
At tapouts, we believe in the boundless potential of every child. Our mission goes beyond teaching skills; we are dedicated to nurturing the emotional and psychological well-being of the next generation. Imagine being part of a team that transforms the lives of a million children and their families. By joining tapouts, you are not just taking on a job but using your talents for a deeply rewarding cause.
About the Role
We're looking for a UX/UI Designer to own the visual design of our mobile app for kids and their parents. You'll be responsible for how the app looks and feels, from color, typography, and illustrations to layouts, animations, and branded UI components. You'll partner with product, engineering, and content to bring our curriculum to life through visuals that feel fun for kids and meaningful for parents.
To apply for this position, you must provide a link to your design portfolio.
This position will require being on-site 5 days a week
What Success Looks Like
- Engaging Visual Design : You've created playful, age-appropriate, and accessible UI that resonates with both kids and grown-ups
- Brand Consistency: The app, website, and communications all reflect a cohesive and recognizable brand identity
- Scalable UI System: A design system that speeds up development and supports consistency across features
- Prototype, Test, Repeat: Conducting tests with users (parents/kids), analyzing feedback, and refining design
You're a Great Fit If You...
- Have experience contributing to the design and successful launch of a mobile app (iOS)
- Have a strong portfolio of shipped digital products with a focus on usability and emotion
- Can balance simplicity and delight, especially in products for multiple user types (kids, parents, coaches)
- You're comfortable owning the visual layer in a cross-functional team
Essential Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Product Design, Advertising (ideally required, but not mandatory)
- 5+ years of product or UX/UI design experience, ideally in edtech, healthtech, or consumer apps
- Proven experience designing for and launching an app (iOS)
- Demonstrate expertise in visual design and hands-on experience with Figma, Adobe CC, and interactive prototyping tools.
- Experience collaborating cross-functionally with product managers, engineers, and researchers
What You'll Get
- Competitive salary + meaningful equity
- Healthcare coverage, flexible time off, and generous parental leave
- Budget for conferences, design tools, and continued learning
- The chance to use your creative skills to help kids build lifelong emotional strength
Equal Opportunity Employer
tapouts is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.
Join us in our mission to empower children with the social and emotional skills they need to succeed!