Junior UX/UI Designer

Placements24; Queenstown; Remote; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary bonuses

Fully remote with flexible hours

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship from Senior Designers

Exposure to diverse digital products

Access to industry-leading design工具

Supportive remote work culture

Contribution to impactful products

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Junior UX/UI Designer for a remote-first role. You will collaborate with product managers and developers to translate user needs into intuitive web and mobile interfaces, building wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs.

You should have a strong portfolio, familiarity with Figma/Sketch/Adobe XD, and a commitment to accessible, user-centered design. This entry-level position offers remote work flexibility and exposure to diverse digital products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong portfolio showcasing UX/UI design projects.
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision.
• Understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Knowledge of web and mobile usability best practices.
• Excellent visual design skills: layout, typography, color theory.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Keen eye for detail and passion for creating exceptional user experiences.
• Experience with front-end concepts (HTML, CSS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design intuitive interfaces for web and mobile apps based on user research.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers throughout the design process.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides for consistency.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, A/B testing, and data.
• Translate complex flows into simple, elegant design solutions.
• Stay updated with latest UX/UI trends, tools, and technologies.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders.
• Contribute to a collaborative remote design team environment.

Skills

UX/UI design

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

User-centered design

Usability testing

Wireframing

Prototyping

Communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design/HCI/CS

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge software development company specializing in user-centric digital solutions, is looking for a creative and passionate Junior UX/UI Designer. This fully remote position is ideal for individuals who are eager to contribute to the design and development of intuitive and engaging user experiences for web and mobile applications. You will collaborate with product managers, developers, and fellow designers to translate user needs and business requirements into seamless interfaces. As a remote-first organization, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, providing ample opportunities for professional growth. The Queenstown, Eastern Cape region represents a key area for talent acquisition, and your remote contributions will be integral to our global product development efforts. We are committed to empowering our designers with the tools and freedom to create impactful user interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Design intuitive user interfaces for web and mobile applications based on user research and best practices.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups to visualize design concepts.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and developers throughout the design process.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure consistency across products.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, A/B testing, and performance data.
• Translate complex user flows into simple and elegant design solutions.
• Stay updated with the latest UX/UI design trends, tools, and technologies.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders clearly and persuasively.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative remote design team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong portfolio showcasing UX/UI design projects.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision.
• Understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Knowledge of web and mobile usability best practices.
• Excellent visual design skills, including layout, typography, and color theory.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences.
• Experience with front-end development concepts (HTML, CSS) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Mentorship from experienced Senior Designers and UX Leads.
• Exposure to diverse and innovative digital product development.
• Access to industry-leading design tools and resources.
• A supportive and inclusive remote work culture.
• Contribution to impactful and user-friendly digital products.