Remote Junior UX/UI Designer — Grow & Create

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development resources

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior UX/UI Designer to join a remote team. You will translate user needs into intuitive web and mobile experiences, collaborating with product managers and developers to shape engaging interfaces.

The role focuses on wireframes, prototypes, usability testing, and maintaining design systems. A strong portfolio and familiarity with Figma or similar tools are essential, with a passion for user-centered design.

Qualifications

• A degree or certification in Design, HCI, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong portfolio showcasing UX/UI design skills and visual aesthetics.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
• Understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to articulate design rationale.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with front-end development concepts (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to define user requirements and design solutions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for digital products.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design decisions.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides.
• Ensure designs are consistent across platforms and devices.
• Translate complex ideas into simple, elegant user-friendly designs.
• Stay up-to-date with latest UX/UI trends, techniques, and technologies.
• Work closely with developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and data analysis.

Skills

Portfolio

User-centered design

Communication

Independent work

Time management

Front-end concepts

Presentation

Remote collaboration

Education

Degree in Design or HCI

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior UX/UI Designer to join a remote team. You will translate user needs into intuitive web and mobile experiences, collaborating with product managers and developers to shape engaging interfaces.

The role focuses on wireframes, prototypes, usability testing, and maintaining design systems. A strong portfolio and familiarity with Figma or similar tools are essential, with a passion for user-centered design.