Lead UX/UI Designer - Digital Products

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,999,000 - 2,999,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 client, an innovative tech company, is seeking a Lead UX/UI Designer to own the user experience and interface design for a suite of digital products. This fully remote role lets you shape user journeys from anywhere, influencing products used worldwide.

You will lead design initiatives, conduct user research, create intuitive interfaces, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with product and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of UX/UI design experience.
• Strong portfolio showcasing user research, interaction design and visual design.
• Proficiency with Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Experience leading design projects and mentoring junior designers.

Responsibilities

• Lead design process from concept to launch, including research, wireframes, prototyping and high-fidelity UI design.
• Develop and maintain a design system and style guide across products.
• Conduct user testing and iterate based on feedback.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define requirements and user needs.
• Mentor junior designers and promote a collaborative design culture.
• Champion user-centered design principles and accessibility standards.

Skills

User research

Interaction design

Visual design

Design leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Prototyping

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

Our client, an innovative tech company at the forefront of digital product development, is seeking an exceptional Lead UX/UI Designer. This fully remote position involves taking ownership of the user experience and interface design for a suite of cutting‑edge digital products. You will lead design initiatives, conduct user research, create intuitive interfaces, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver seamless and engaging user journeys. This is a prime opportunity for a seasoned designer to shape the future of digital products and lead design efforts from a remote location, impacting users globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from concept to launch, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and high‑fidelity UI design.
• Develop and maintain a consistent design system and style guide across all digital products.
• Conduct user testing and gather feedback to iterate and improve designs.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define product requirements and user needs.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing design team.
• Champion user‑centered design principles and best practices throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a proven track record of designing successful digital products.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in user research, interaction design and visual design.
• Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Experience leading design projects and mentoring junior team members.
• Excellent understanding of user‑centered design principles, usability, and accessibility standards.
• Strong communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work flexibility, enabling you to work from anywhere.
• Opportunity to lead design for impactful and innovative digital products.
• Professional development budget and continuous learning opportunities.
• A collaborative and forward‑thinking company culture.