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Full-Time

Principal UI/UX Designer

Posted on 5/7/2024

Sonatus

Sonatus

51-200 employees

Platform for software-defined vehicle development

Compensation Overview

$111.5k - $260kAnnually

Expert

Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
UI/UX Design
Figma
Requirements
  • 15+ years of experience in UI/UX design
  • Proficiency in Figma
  • Master’s degree in graphic design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field
Responsibilities
  • Lead the design of intuitive and user-friendly graphical interfaces for web and mobile platforms
  • Develop and maintain robust design systems and guidelines
  • Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes
  • Conduct user research and usability testing
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Mentor and coach other UI/UX designers
  • Stay up to date with emerging trends in UI/UX design

Sonatus provides a platform for developing software-defined vehicles, focusing on a no-code solution that allows automotive companies to create flexible software architectures. This platform enables the collection and analysis of real-time diagnostic data from vehicles, which helps manufacturers like Hyundai Motor Group to continuously enhance vehicle quality and the ownership experience. Unlike many competitors, Sonatus offers a comprehensive solution that spans the entire vehicle lifecycle, from design to after-sales services, allowing for faster innovation and cost reduction. The company's goal is to drive continuous improvement in automotive software, and it is expanding its reach globally, recently entering the Japanese market to meet the rising demand for software-defined vehicles.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$116M

Headquarters

Sunnyvale, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

83%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sonatus' recent $75 million funding round indicates strong investor confidence and potential for rapid growth.
  • The company's expansion into the Japanese market and new R&D center in Dublin highlight its global growth strategy.
  • Winning multiple industry awards, such as the MotorTrend SDV Innovator Awards, enhances Sonatus' reputation and credibility in the automotive software space.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of automotive software is intense, with established players potentially overshadowing Sonatus.
  • Rapid expansion and new market entries could strain resources and operational capabilities.

What makes Sonatus unique

  • Sonatus offers a no-code solution for developing software-defined vehicles, setting it apart from competitors that require more complex coding expertise.
  • The company's data-driven approach allows for continuous improvement of vehicle software, providing a unique value proposition in the automotive industry.
  • Sonatus' platform supports the entire vehicle lifecycle, from design to after-sales, unlike competitors who may focus on only one aspect.
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