Lead UI/UX Designer

Placements24; Kempton Park; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bonuses

Medical insurance

Professional development

Design tools

Creative environment

Team-building events

Annual leave

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead UI/UX Designer to spearhead the design direction for our digital products. Based in Tembisa, Gauteng, you will translate user needs into intuitive interfaces, guide a design team, and drive a consistent user experience across web and mobile.

You will shape product strategy, develop design systems, mentor designers, and collaborate with product, development, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality experiences that meet business goals.

Formación

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the design process from concept to completion, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and visual design.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Collaboration

Agile experience

Educación

Bachelors or Masters degree in Design, HCI, CS, or related field

Herramientas

Figma

Sketch

Adobe Creative Suite

InVision

Descripción del empleo

About the Role Our client is seeking a visionary Lead UI/UX Designer to spearhead the design direction for innovative digital products. Based in **Tembisa, Gauteng**, this role requires a blend of creative flair, user-centric design principles, and strong leadership skills. You will be responsible for translating complex user needs into intuitive and engaging interfaces, guiding a team of designers, and ensuring a consistent and high-quality user experience across all platforms. This is a pivotal role where you will shape the future of our digital offerings and influence product strategy. We are looking for a passionate individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design excellence. Your expertise will be crucial in developing user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and final visual designs that delight our users and meet business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from concept to completion, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and visual design.
• Mentor and manage a team of UI/UX designers, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure consistency across all products.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to define user requirements and design solutions.
• Create intuitive and aesthetically pleasing user interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders effectively.
• Stay abreast of the latest UI/UX trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the organization.
• Contribute to product strategy and roadmap discussions from a design perspective.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in UI/UX design, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of designing successful and user-friendly digital products.
• Expertise in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, InVision.
• Strong understanding of user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• A portfolio showcasing a range of UI/UX design projects is required.
• Familiarity with front-end development principles is a plus.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Access to state-of-the-art design tools and resources.
• A stimulating and creative work environment in **Gauteng**.
• Regular team-building activities and social events.
• Generous annual leave.