Application Guide

How to Apply for UI/UX Designer

at EVgo

🏢 About EVgo

EVgo is a leading public fast charging provider with a nationwide network of over 1,100 stations, uniquely positioned at the intersection of clean energy and transportation technology. Working here means contributing to the EV revolution through strategic partnerships that make charging accessible, offering the chance to impact millions of drivers transitioning to electric vehicles.

About This Role

This UI/UX Designer role focuses heavily on native mobile applications for EVgo's charging experience, requiring translation of user research into intuitive designs across devices. You'll build and maintain design systems while collaborating cross-functionally in an agile environment to enhance customer experience for EV drivers nationwide.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves collaborating with product managers and engineers in agile ceremonies, conducting user research analysis to inform design decisions, and creating wireframes/prototypes for mobile app features. You'll maintain design system components while testing solutions that simplify the charging experience for EV drivers across the country.

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🎯 Who EVgo Is Looking For

  • Has 3+ years of UI/UX experience with proven mobile app design portfolio (Android/iOS) and familiarity with SaaS platforms
  • Proficient in Figma, Miro, and Dovetail with bonus skills in HTML/CSS/JavaScript and design frameworks like Material UI or Tailwind
  • Demonstrates strong UI polish through high-fidelity designs while understanding HIG standards and user research translation
  • Thrives in collaborative agile environments with cross-functional teams to deliver designs on schedule

📝 Tips for Applying to EVgo

1

Showcase mobile app case studies in your portfolio that demonstrate user research → wireframes → high-fidelity prototypes, specifically for native applications

2

Highlight any experience with design systems/style guides, mentioning specific frameworks like Material UI or Tailwind if applicable

3

Research EVgo's mobile app on app stores and include specific UX observations or improvement suggestions in your application

4

Demonstrate understanding of EV driver needs by mentioning pain points in public charging experiences your designs could address

5

Emphasize experience with agile development workflows and cross-functional collaboration with product/engineering teams

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your experience designing for mobile applications (specify Android/iOS projects) and how it applies to EVgo's charging app", 'Examples of translating user research into improved customer experiences, particularly for physical/digital hybrid services', 'Ability to build and maintain design systems while working within agile frameworks with cross-functional teams', 'Passion for clean energy/EV space and understanding of EV driver needs during charging experiences']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Download and use EVgo's mobile app to understand current user experience and identify potential pain points
  • → Research EVgo's partnerships with businesses like Walmart, Target, or Kroger to understand their deployment strategy
  • → Study the competitive landscape (ChargePoint, Electrify America) to compare charging app experiences
  • → Review EVgo's sustainability reports and corporate mission to understand their environmental impact goals

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk through a mobile app design case study from research to implementation, focusing on user pain points solved
2 How would you approach designing for both novice and experienced EV drivers in the same charging app?
3 Describe your process for creating/maintaining a design system and ensuring consistency across products
4 How do you balance user needs with business/technical constraints in an agile environment?
5 What improvements would you suggest for EVgo's current mobile app based on your research?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a portfolio without mobile app case studies or only showing website/desktop designs
  • Failing to demonstrate understanding of EVgo's business model as a charging infrastructure provider
  • Not showing process work (wireframes, user flows, research insights) alongside final high-fidelity designs

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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