Remote Junior UX/UI Designer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and growth

Fully remote

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative, user-centric Remote Junior UX/UI Designer to join a dynamic product development team. Collaborate with product managers and developers to translate user needs into intuitive web and mobile designs.

Grow under mentorship in a fully remote environment, shaping engaging digital experiences for users globally. The role emphasizes design systems, usability testing, and cross-functional collaboration, with candidates based anywhere in Canada benefiting from a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or related field.
• Strong portfolio showcasing UX/UI design work (web and mobile).
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Familiarity with prototyping tools and techniques.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, especially in a remote setting.
• Ability to receive and provide constructive design feedback.
• Self-motivated and able to manage time effectively in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Design user interfaces for web and mobile apps with consistency and usability.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to communicate design ideas.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and iterate on designs.
• Collaborate with product managers to define user requirements and design specifications.
• Work with developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Maintain and evolve design systems and style guides.
• Stay updated with UX/UI trends and technologies.
• Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and ideation for new features.
• Optimize user flows for enhanced engagement and conversions.

Skills

UX design

Portfolio

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

HCI related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and user-centric Remote Junior UX/UI Designer to join their innovative product development team. This is a fully remote opportunity for individuals passionate about creating intuitive and visually appealing digital experiences. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and developers, to translate user needs and business requirements into compelling designs for web and mobile applications. As a junior designer, you will receive guidance and mentorship, allowing you to grow your skills in a dynamic and supportive virtual environment. This role is crucial in shaping the user journey and ensuring our client's digital products are both functional and delightful.

Key Responsibilities

• Design user interfaces for web and mobile applications, ensuring consistency and usability.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and iterate on designs.
• Collaborate with product managers to define user requirements and design specifications.
• Work closely with developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Maintain and evolve design systems and style guides.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UX/UI design trends and technologies.
• Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and ideation for new product features.
• Optimize user flows for enhanced engagement and conversion.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or a related field.
• A strong portfolio showcasing UX/UI design work (web and mobile).
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Familiarity with prototyping tools and techniques.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, especially in a remote setting.
• Ability to receive and provide constructive design feedback.
• Self-motivated and able to manage time effectively in a remote environment.
• Basic understanding of front-end development principles is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development, and the significant flexibility of a fully remote work arrangement. You will be part of a creative and collaborative team, working on exciting projects that impact users globally. Benefit from mentorship from experienced designers and contribute to cutting-edge digital products. This role offers a fantastic starting point for a career in UX/UI design, supporting product development initiatives for our client, with candidates potentially based around Kimberley, Northern Cape.