Remote Junior UX/UI Designer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Remote; ZAR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office setup allowance

Online courses and workshops

Mentorship by design leads

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior UX/UI Designer to join its fully remote team, ideal for graduates. You will create intuitive interfaces for web and mobile, work with product managers and developers in a distributed agile environment, and contribute to the overall user experience strategy from your home office.

You will build wireframes, mockups, prototypes, maintain design systems, conduct user research and usability testing, and stay current with UX trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• A strong portfolio showcasing UX/UI design projects (web and mobile).
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design user-friendly and engaging interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes based on user research and project requirements.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders in a remote setting.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and testing results.
• Ensure design consistency across all platforms and products.
• Stay updated on the latest UX/UI design trends and best practices.
• Contribute to the overall user experience strategy of the company.

Skills

UX/UI design

Portfolio

Remote collaboration

User research

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

HTML/CSS

Job description

Our client, a cutting-edge software development house, is actively seeking a talented and enthusiastic Junior UX/UI Designer to join their fully remote team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate to make a significant impact on user experiences for digital products. You will be responsible for creating intuitive and visually appealing interfaces, collaborating closely with product managers and developers in a distributed, agile environment. Our client champions a remote-first culture, offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy. We are committed to nurturing emerging talent, providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design user-friendly and engaging interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes based on user research and project requirements.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders in a remote setting.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and testing results.
• Ensure design consistency across all platforms and products.
• Stay updated on the latest UX/UI design trends and best practices.
• Contribute to the overall user experience strategy of the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• A strong portfolio showcasing UX/UI design projects (web and mobile).
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote teamwork.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a remote work environment.
• Proactive attitude and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences.
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS is a plus.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a supportive virtual team environment.
• Our client provides a home office setup allowance, opportunities for continuous learning through online courses and workshops, and access to industry-leading design software.
• You will gain exposure to a wide range of exciting projects and benefit from mentorship by experienced design leads.
• Career progression opportunities within our remote-first structure are significant.
• We foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, ensuring our remote team members feel connected and valued.