Junior UX/UI Designer (Hybrid)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 103,000 - 152,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Hands-on UX/UI experience

Portfolio development

Mentorship

Exposure to product lifecycle

Collaborative environment

User-centered innovation

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Nelspruit is seeking a Junior UX/UI Designer for a hybrid role combining in-office collaboration with remote work. The role targets recent graduates passionate about user-centered product development and hands-on experience across the design process.

You will collaborate with product managers, developers, and other designers to translate user needs into intuitive interfaces, build prototypes, and contribute to design systems while staying current with UX trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, CS, or a related field.
• Strong portfolio showcasing UX/UI design projects.
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, and Adobe XD.
• Understanding of user-centered design principles.
• Knowledge of web and mobile design patterns.
• Basic understanding of HTML/CSS is a plus.
• Excellent visual design skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in user research including interviews and surveys.
• Develop personas, journey maps, and wireframes.
• Create high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes.
• Design intuitive interfaces adhering to brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure correct implementation.
• Participate in usability testing and iterate designs.
• Contribute to design systems and style guides.
• Stay updated on UX/UI trends and best practices.
• Present design concepts and solutions to team and stakeholders.

Skills

User research

User-centered design

Visual design

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a creative and user-focused Junior UX/UI Designer to join their product development team. This hybrid role, based in Nelspruit , offers a flexible working arrangement, combining essential in-office collaboration with the convenience of remote work. You will be instrumental in crafting intuitive and engaging user experiences for our digital products, translating user needs and business requirements into visually appealing and functional interfaces. This is an ideal opportunity for recent graduates passionate about design, technology, and user-centered product development. You will work closely with product managers, developers, and other designers, gaining hands-on experience across the entire design process. We value creativity, a keen eye for detail, and a strong commitment to user empathy.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in user research, including interviews and surveys, to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Develop user personas, journey maps, and wireframes to visualize user flows.
• Create high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes for web and mobile applications.
• Design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces, adhering to brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Participate in usability testing and gather feedback for design iterations.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of design systems and style guides.
• Stay updated on the latest UX/UI design trends and best practices.
• Present design concepts and solutions to the team and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong portfolio showcasing UX/UI design projects (academic projects are acceptable).
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Knowledge of web and mobile design patterns.
• Basic understanding of front-end development technologies (HTML, CSS) is a plus.
• Excellent visual design skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid environment and manage time effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a part-time junior design role.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility in Nelspruit .
• Hands-on experience in UX/UI design for real-world products.
• Opportunity to build a strong design portfolio.
• Mentorship from experienced design professionals.
• Exposure to the full product development lifecycle.
• Collaborative and creative work environment.
• Contribution to user-centered product innovation.