Remote E-commerce UX/UI Designer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Ibrido; ZAR 360.000 - 600.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Impactful projects

Design tools access

Professional development

Collaborative team

Future of online shopping

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Remote E-commerce UX/UI Designer to shape intuitive, high-converting experiences across our client's online platforms. You will own the design process from research and wireframes to high-fidelity visual design in a fully remote team.

Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in UX/UI, a strong e-commerce portfolio, and proficiency with Figma, Sketch, or similar tools. You will collaborate with product, development, and marketing to deliver cohesive design systems and responsive

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Psychology, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of UX/UI design experience in e-commerce or retail environments.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating UX/UI work for online storefronts.
• Proficiency with Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision or similar tools.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design, usability heuristics, and IA.
• Experience with user research methods and usability testing.
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS/JavaScript basics and their design implications.
• Excellent visual design sense with typography, color, and layout.
• Strong communication and ability to collaborate in a remote team.

Mansioni

• Conduct user research, including user interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Translate user needs and business requirements into intuitive wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes.
• Design high-fidelity mockups and visually appealing user interfaces for websites and mobile applications, adhering to brand guidelines.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive design system to ensure consistency and efficiency across all digital touchpoints.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and marketing teams to define and implement user experience strategies.
• Optimize existing user interfaces based on user feedback, analytics data, and conversion rate optimization (CRO) principles.
• Stay current with the latest UX/UI design trends, tools, and technologies, particularly within the e-commerce sector.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, effectively communicating design decisions.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the organization.
• Ensure designs are responsive and perform seamlessly across various devices and screen sizes.

Conoscenze

User-centered design

Usability testing

User research

Information architecture

Typography & visual design

Remote collaboration

Project management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or related field

Strumenti

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the digital commerce space, is searching for a talented and creative Remote E-commerce UX/UI Designer to join their innovative, fully remote team. This role is fundamental to shaping intuitive, engaging, and high-converting user experiences across our client's e-commerce platforms. You will be responsible for the entire design process, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and high-fidelity visual design, ensuring seamless and enjoyable customer journeys. The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in user-centered design principles, a deep understanding of e-commerce best practices, and proficiency in modern design tools. If you are passionate about creating elegant digital solutions that drive user satisfaction and business growth, and thrive in a collaborative remote environment, this is an exceptional opportunity. You will have the autonomy to innovate and contribute to the aesthetic and functional success of our client's online presence, working from anywhere. This is a remote-first position focused on crafting exceptional digital experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, including user interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Translate user needs and business requirements into intuitive wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes.
• Design high-fidelity mockups and visually appealing user interfaces for websites and mobile applications, adhering to brand guidelines.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive design system to ensure consistency and efficiency across all digital touchpoints.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and marketing teams to define and implement user experience strategies.
• Optimize existing user interfaces based on user feedback, analytics data, and conversion rate optimization (CRO) principles.
• Stay current with the latest UX/UI design trends, tools, and technologies, particularly within the e-commerce sector.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, effectively communicating design decisions.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the organization.
• Ensure designs are responsive and perform seamlessly across various devices and screen sizes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a UX/UI Designer, with a significant focus on e-commerce platforms.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a range of UX/UI design projects, particularly for online retail environments.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, or similar.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, usability heuristics, and information architecture.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Knowledge of front-end development principles (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and their implications for design is a plus.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for typography, color, and layout.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage projects independently and collaborate effectively in a remote team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects for a leading e-commerce brand.
• Access to industry-leading design tools and resources.
• Professional development opportunities and continued learning support.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.
• Chance to shape the future of online shopping experiences.