Junior UX/UI Designer

Placements24; Randburg; Ibrido; ZAR 180.000 - 260.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Hybrid work arrangement

Mentorship from senior designers

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary for junior level

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng is seeking a Junior UX/UI Designer to join a product-focused team. You will contribute across the design process from user research to visual design, collaborating with product managers and developers.

The role follows a hybrid work model with in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, offering mentorship and growth opportunities in a learning-oriented environment.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong UX/UI portfolio of projects.
• Proficiency with Figma, Adobe XD, and Sketch.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles.
• Experience with user research techniques.
• Strong visual design skills: layout, typography, color.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team.
• Based in Randburg, Gauteng or able to commute.
• Valid work authorization for South Africa.

Mansioni

• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights into user behavior and needs.
• Create wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes.
• Develop high-fidelity UI designs, mockups, and style guides.
• Collaborate with product managers to define user requirements and design specifications.
• Work closely with frontend developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and stakeholder input.
• Maintain and update design systems and asset libraries.
• Stay informed about current design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Present design concepts and rationale to cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to a user-centered design culture within the organization.

Conoscenze

Portfolio showcase

User research

Communication

Team collaboration

Visual design

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field

Strumenti

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a product development firm known for its user-centric approach, is seeking a creative and empathetic Junior UX/UI Designer to join their team in Randburg, Gauteng. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a budding designer to contribute to the creation of intuitive and aesthetically pleasing digital products. You will work across the entire design process, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and visual design, collaborating closely with product managers and developers. The position follows a hybrid work model, combining in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. Our client is committed to fostering a culture of learning and innovation, providing mentorship and opportunities for professional growth. You will play a key role in shaping user experiences and ensuring our client's products meet the highest standards of usability and design. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong portfolio, a passion for user-centered design, and a desire to make a tangible impact on digital products. The candidate should be adept at translating complex user needs into elegant design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights into user behavior and needs.
• Create wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes.
• Develop high-fidelity UI designs, mockups, and style guides.
• Collaborate with product managers to define user requirements and design specifications.
• Work closely with frontend developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and stakeholder input.
• Maintain and update design systems and asset libraries.
• Stay informed about current design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Present design concepts and rationale to cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to a user-centered design culture within the organization.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• A strong portfolio showcasing UX/UI design projects.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch).
• Understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Experience with user research techniques.
• Strong visual design skills, including layout, typography, and color theory.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for creating great user experiences.
• Must be based in or able to commute to Randburg, Gauteng.
• Must have valid work authorization for South Africa.

Benefits

• Competitive junior-level salary.
• Comprehensive training and professional development in UX/UI design.
• Mentorship from experienced senior designers.
• Opportunity to work on impactful and innovative product designs.
• Hybrid work arrangement for flexibility.
• Collaborative and creative studio environment.
• Contribute to user-centric product development.
• Career growth opportunities within a thriving company.