E-commerce UX/UI Designer

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual leave

Employee discounts

Career advancement

Team-building events

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape invites an experienced E-commerce UX/UI Designer to create intuitive interfaces for web and mobile.

You will translate user needs into engaging designs, build wireframes and prototypes, and collaborate with product, dev, and marketing to drive conversions and brand consistency.

A strong portfolio and proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD or InVision are required; 3+ years in e-commerce design preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of UX/UI design experience with a focus on e-commerce.
• Strong portfolio showcasing web and mobile UX/UI projects.
• Proficiency with Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD or InVision.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design, usability, and accessibility.
• Experience with user research and usability testing.
• Strong visual design, typography, color, and layout.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS/JavaScript is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design intuitive interfaces for the e-commerce website and mobile apps.
• Create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and user flows.
• Conduct user research and usability testing.
• Produce on-brand visuals, icons, graphics, layouts.
• Collaborate with product, developers, and marketing.
• Optimize user journeys to boost conversions.
• Stay updated on UX/UI trends in e-commerce.
• Ensure consistency across digital touchpoints.
• Present concepts to stakeholders.
• Iterate designs based on feedback and data.

Skills

UX/UI design

Wireframing

Prototyping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and creative E-commerce UX/UI Designer to join their innovative team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role is vital in shaping an intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing user experience across our client's e-commerce platform. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing user-centered interfaces that not only meet user needs but also drive conversion rates and enhance brand perception. You will work from concept to creation, translating user requirements into beautiful, functional, and interactive designs. We are looking for a designer with a strong portfolio, a keen eye for detail, and a deep understanding of UX/UI principles, specifically within the e-commerce context. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on a digital product and contribute to the growth of a business in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . Join a collaborative environment where your design skills will directly influence customer satisfaction and business success.

Key Responsibilities

• Design intuitive and engaging user interfaces for the e-commerce website and mobile applications.
• Develop wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and user flows to effectively communicate design ideas.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design decisions.
• Create visually appealing and on-brand design assets, including icons, graphics, and layouts.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and marketing teams to ensure seamless implementation of designs.
• Optimize user journeys to improve conversion rates, reduce bounce rates, and enhance overall customer satisfaction.
• Stay updated with the latest UX/UI design trends, tools, and best practices in the e-commerce industry.
• Ensure design consistency across all digital touchpoints.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and performance data.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a strong focus on e-commerce.
• A comprehensive portfolio showcasing successful UX/UI design projects, particularly for web and mobile applications.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, usability, and accessibility.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for typography, color, and layout.
• Ability to translate complex requirements into simple, intuitive user interfaces.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Opportunity to create impactful user experiences in the e-commerce space.
• Work in a supportive team environment in Queenstown, Eastern Cape .
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• Generous annual leave and other paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities and skill enhancement programs.
• Employee discounts on company products.
• Potential for career advancement.
• Regular team-building events.