UX/UI Designer E-commerce

KAYALI; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fragrance brand in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a talented UX/UI Designer to create and optimize an e-commerce website. The role offers significant creative freedom and requires a strong background in web design and user experience principles. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and demonstrate proficiency in design software. This position entails collaborating with marketing and e-commerce teams to enhance user engagement and drive conversions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in web design, preferably within the beauty or fragrance industry.
• Strong portfolio showcasing high-end web design projects.
• Good understanding of UX/UI principles and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop a visually captivating and responsive e-commerce website.
• Optimize the website for a seamless user experience across all devices.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions.

Skills

Web Design

Graphic Design

Responsive design

UX/UI principles

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Proficiency in design software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Web Design, Graphic Design, or a related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Sketch

Figma

Shopify

Magento

WooCommerce

Job description

Description

Who We Are

Fueled by passion, KAYALI was founded in 2018 by beauty mogul and fragrance fanatic, Mona Kattan. Translating to 'my imagination' in Arabic, KAYALI provides a modern fragrance experience inspired by Mona's rich Middle Eastern heritage and the art of layering scents to help you create your mood; where sharing scents is a ritual and smelling good is both an act of goodwill and self-love. Mona collaborates with some of the world's most renowned perfumers and sources the finest ingredients to create unique juices that are infinitely memorable, long-lasting, and cruelty-free. Each luxurious fragrance is an ode to true craftsmanship and tells a special story, from the addictive notes to the multi-faceted jeweled bottles.

Our Mission

To make everyone feel like the diamond they are! To build a global community of fragrance lovers through the power of scent and by providing them with the most innovative & luxurious fragrances, education and sharing our Middle Eastern fragrance rituals with the world.

Summary

KAYALI is seeking a talented UX/UI Designer to build digital content for the e-commerce business. This is an opportunity for the right individual to develop a wide range of skills and gain experience working for a fast-growing online business with considerable creative freedom and strong ambitions. This role will report into the E-commerce Director and work closely with the E-commerce and Marketing Teams.

KPIs: Brand website conversion rate, user engagement (time spent, bounce rate), emails open/click rates, paid media campaigns performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop a visually captivating and responsive e-commerce website that aligns with the brand's identity.
• Ensure the website design reflects the uniqueness, sophistication, and exclusivity of the brand.
• Optimize the website for a seamless user experience across all devices (desktop, mobile, tablet).

• Develop intuitive navigation and interface designs that enhance user engagement and drive conversions.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions.
• Ensure the website is user-friendly, focusing on ease of navigation and a streamlined checkout process.

• Maintain and enhance the brand's visual identity across digital platforms and communication tools such as the brand website, the e-mailings/newsletters, and assets for paid media campaigns.
• Create and implement design elements that convey the brand's heritage and message.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure consistency in brand messaging across all online touchpoints.

• Work with content creators to integrate high-quality images, videos, and graphics that showcase the quality of the products and offers.
• Assist the e-commerce team to regularly update the website and digital campaigns with content for new products & promotions, following the website animation plan.

• Monitor website performance, including load times, responsiveness, and overall user engagement.
• Use analytics tools to track customer behaviour and optimize the website for higher conversion rates.
• Implement A/B testing to refine design elements and improve user experience.

• Collaborate with the e-commerce product manager and the tech teams/agencies to implement design concepts and ensure functionality.
• Work closely with the marketing team to support digital campaigns and promotions and ensure brand consistency.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of all web design tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Web Design, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Proven experience in web design, preferably within the beauty or fragrance industry.
• Strong portfolio showcasing high-end web design projects.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, or similar.
• Understanding of front-end development and responsive design principles.
• Experience with e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, Magento, or WooCommerce.
• Good understanding of UX/UI principles and best practices.
• Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for premium branding and a deep appreciation for design.