UAEN Specialist UI Design (Trainee)

Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC (EITC); Dubai; On-site; AED 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC (EITC) invites UAE Nationals to apply for its Graduate Trainee Programme in UX/UI design. The role focuses on translating requirements into wireframes, creating web and mobile designs, and participating in usability testing.

Candidates should showcase a strong portfolio, familiarity with Figma, and a grounding in design thinking. The program emphasizes collaboration in agile product teams and ongoing learning in UX/UI trends.

Qualifications

• Less than 2 years experience will be considered as part of Future X programme.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design thinking, visual craft, and user-centered solutions - If joining as part of Graduate Trainee programme then examples of experience from university degree or internships is expected. A keen interest in UX, UI and Product Design is key to success.
• Proficiency in using Figma to create and deliver designs as well as prototypes.
• Solid understanding of interaction design principles, information architecture, and accessibility standards.
• Ability to communicate design decisions clearly to cross-functional stakeholders
• Experience working in agile product teams is preferred
• A design thinking and problem solving mindset – approaches challenging situations proactively.
• Ability to work well with ambiguity.
• Solid time management – able to manage many simultaneous requests/demands and plan accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Translate product requirements and user research insights into wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs
• Create and iterate on screen designs across web and mobile platforms, ensuring visual consistency and adherence to the design system
• Conduct and participate in usability testing sessions, incorporating feedback to refine and improve designs
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers throughout the product development lifecycle to align design solutions with technical constraints and business requirements
• Contribute to and maintain the design system, ensuring component documentation and pattern consistency
• Participate in design reviews, presenting work to peers and stakeholders and incorporating constructive feedback
• Stay current with UX/UI trends, tools, and best practices, bringing relevant insights into the team's work

Skills

Figma

Interaction design

Information architecture

Accessibility standards

Communication

Agile

Design thinking

Time management

Ambiguity tolerance

End-to-end design

Job description

This opportunity is open to UAE Nationals who are eligible for the Graduate Trainee Programme and have less than two years of work experience. If you do not meet these criteria, we encourage you to explore other suitable opportunities on the du Careers site.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate product requirements and user research insights into wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs

• Create and iterate on screen designs across web and mobile platforms, ensuring visual consistency and adherence to the design system

• Conduct and participate in usability testing sessions, incorporating feedback to refine and improve designs

• Collaborate with product managers and engineers throughout the product development lifecycle to align design solutions with technical constraints and business requirements

• Contribute to and maintain the design system, ensuring component documentation and pattern consistency

• Participate in design reviews, presenting work to peers and stakeholders and incorporating constructive feedback

• Stay current with UX/UI trends, tools, and best practices, bringing relevant insights into the team's work

Qualifications & Experience

• Less than 2 years experience will be considered as part of Future X programme.

• A strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design thinking, visual craft, and user-centered solutions - If joining as part of Graduate Trainee programme then examples of experience from university degree or internships is expected. A keen interest in UX, UI and Product Design is key to success.

• Proficiency in using Figma to create and deliver designs as well as prototypes.

• Solid understanding of interaction design principles, information architecture, and accessibility standards.

• Ability to communicate design decisions clearly to cross-functional stakeholders

• Experience working in agile product teams is preferred

• A design thinking and problem solving mindset – approaches challenging situations proactively.

• Ability to work well with ambiguity.

• Solid time management – able to manage many simultaneous requests/demands and plan accordingly.