UI Designer (Banking Domain)

GSSTech Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 220,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Dubai is looking for a talented UI Designer to join a prominent banking client's Digital Design team. The role requires delivering high-quality user interfaces, maintaining design systems, and collaborating in an Agile environment. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience, excellent skills in Figma, and a background in banking or fintech. Competitive compensation and opportunities for digital innovation await.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic and innovative work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a UI Designer with a strong portfolio.
• Proven ability to deliver pixel-perfect interfaces using Figma.
• Prior experience in banking or fintech is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver aesthetically appealing user interfaces for banking applications.
• Build and maintain design systems and reusable UI components.
• Create interactive prototypes in Figma for user testing.

Skills

UI Design

Figma

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related

Tools

Figma

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a talented and detail-oriented UI Designer to join our banking client’s Digital Design team. This role requires someone who is passionate about creating visually stunning, user-friendly, and accessible digital interfaces. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing high-quality web and desktop applications, maintaining design systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver intuitive financial products.

The position offers the opportunity to work on large-scale digital transformation initiatives within the banking sector, where design excellence, usability, and compliance are critical.

Key Responsibilities

High-Quality UI Design

• Deliver pixel-perfect, sharp, and aesthetically appealing user interfaces for banking and fintech applications.


• Translate complex requirements into clean, modern, and intuitive designs.


• Ensure all designs meet brand guidelines and accessibility standards.

Design Systems & Consistency

• Build, maintain, and enhance design systems and reusable UI components.


• Ensure consistency of look, feel, and interaction across multiple platforms and digital channels.


• Advocate for scalability and efficiency in design practices.

Prototyping & Iteration

• Create rapid interactive prototypes in Figma for stakeholder review and user testing.


• Test and iterate on design solutions quickly to achieve optimal outcomes.


• Support UX designers by transforming user flows and wireframes into highly-polished UI mockups.

User-Centred Approach

• Design with a strong emphasis on usability, accessibility, and responsiveness.


• Ensure seamless experience across multiple devices, screen sizes, and environments.


• Apply WCAG and industry accessibility standards to all interfaces.

Banking Domain Expertise (Preferred)

• Understand financial UX patterns, including dashboards, payments, lending, and transaction-heavy workflows.


• Incorporate compliance and regulatory requirements into designs without compromising usability.


• Leverage experience in banking/fintech to deliver secure, trustworthy, and user-friendly solutions.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner closely with UX designers, product managers, business analysts, and engineers in an Agile delivery model.


• Clearly articulate design concepts and decisions to stakeholders.


• Accept and integrate constructive feedback into design improvements.


• Participate in workshops and brainstorming sessions to refine requirements and co-create solutions.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Digital Media, or related discipline.


• Postgraduate degree or professional certifications in UI/UX design are a plus.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience as a UI Designer with a strong portfolio demonstrating web/desktop applications.


• Proven ability to design and deliver pixel-perfect interfaces using Figma.


• Prior experience in banking or fintech is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Figma (components, variants, auto-layout, prototyping).


• Strong knowledge of design systems, component libraries, and responsive design principles.


• Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG).


• Understanding of developer handover practices and front-end alignment.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong aesthetic and visual design sense with attention to detail.


• Collaborative, open-minded, and proactive team player.


• Analytical and creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills.


• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced Agile environment.


• Passionate about design as a craft and committed to continuous improvement.

Why Join

• Opportunity to work with one of the largest banks in the UAE, driving digital innovation.


• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team of designers, product managers, and engineers.


• Be part of large-scale digital transformation initiatives that impact millions of customers.


• Competitive package with career growth opportunities in a dynamic and innovative environment.