UI/UX & Visual Designer

Sunreef Yachts; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury yacht manufacturer in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a highly creative designer to lead the visual and user experience design of software interfaces. Responsibilities include crafting intuitive UI/UX for mobile and desktop applications, maintaining a cohesive brand identity, and collaborating with developers for accurate design implementation. Candidates must possess a strong design foundation and experience with modern design tools.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Annual leave in accordance with UAE Labour Law

Basic medical insurance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UI/UX and graphic design principles.
• Experience designing for mobile, desktop, and embedded touchscreen interfaces.
• Ability to create high-quality visual assets and branding systems.

Responsibilities

• Design clean and modern user interfaces for various applications.
• Create and evolve a premium visual identity for the brand.
• Collaborate with developers for accurate implementation of designs.

Skills

User-centered design principles

Prototyping and wireframing

Icon and asset design

Design system development

Collaboration with developers

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

We are looking for a highly creative and detail-oriented designer who can lead the visual and user experience design of our premium software interfaces and also craft custom visual assets to match the luxury standards of our brand. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in UI/UX design as well as graphic design, with a sharp eye for aesthetics, usability, and brand consistency.

Responsibilities

• UI/UX Design for Multi-Platform Applications: design clean, modern, and highly intuitive user interfaces for Mobile applications (iOS & Android), Desktop-based control applications for large touchscreen displays, Embedded touchscreen interfaces on smaller screens. Ensure consistent and responsive design across devices, resolutions, and touch environments.
• Branding and Visual Identity: create and evolve a premium visual identity that reflects innovation, sophistication, and modern yacht experiences. Design company logos, sub-brand logos (if needed), and define color palettes, typography, and visual tone.
• Icon and Asset Design: design high-quality, original icons and button graphics for use across applications. Create a scalable and cohesive icon set that visually communicates system functionality.
• Prototyping and Wireframing: develop user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity mockups to communicate design intent. Create interactive prototypes using tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Design System Development: build and maintain a component-based design system with reusable elements to ensure design consistency and faster iteration across platforms.
• Collaboration with Developers: work closely with software engineers and embedded developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs. Provide production-ready assets and clear interaction specs for all UI elements.
• Real-World Usability and Testing: design for practical, real-world usage including outdoor readability, touchscreen usability, and operation in marine environments. Incorporate feedback from users and stakeholders to continuously improve usability and appeal.
• Aesthetic and Futuristic Appeal: bring a sense of modern luxury and forward-thinking design to all interfaces and visuals. Ensure the UI communicates innovation and exclusivity that matches high-end product standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• UI/UX Design Skills:
  • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, wireframing, prototyping, and responsive design.
  • Ability to create intuitive and elegant UI layouts across platforms (mobile, desktop, embedded touchscreen).
  • Experience designing for touchscreen environments and large-format control displays.
  • Knowledge of design systems, atomic design, and scalable UI components.
  • Deep attention to interaction design, animations, and microinteractions that enhance luxury feel.
  • Good understanding of accessibility, readability, and usability in high-contrast or outdoor environments.
• Graphic and Visual Design Skills:
  • Strong sense of visual aesthetics, layout, spacing, and color theory.
  • Experience in creating custom icons, logos, and high-quality graphical assets optimized for digital interfaces.
  • Ability to create a consistent and luxurious visual identity and branding system.
  • Familiarity with designing visuals for high-resolution retina and 4K displays.
• Design Tools:
  • Figma – for interface design, prototyping, collaboration, and design system management.
  • Adobe XD – for UI/UX workflows and prototyping (optional, depending on preference).
  • Adobe Illustrator – for vector graphics, icon design, and logo creation.
  • Adobe Photoshop – for image editing, texture work, and visual polish.
  • (Optional) After Effects / Principle / Lottie – for UI motion and animation prototyping.
  • (Optional) Zeplin / Figma Dev Mode – for developer handoff and asset management.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Ability to work closely with software and embedded developers to ensure accurate implementation.
  • Strong communication skills to explain design rationale and receive feedback from technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Willingness to iterate based on usability testing and real-world usage feedback.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Annual leave in accordance with UAE Labour Law
• Basic medical insurance
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Multinational and dynamic working environment
• Modern, expanding shipyard facilities
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture