Remote Junior UX/UI Designer — Mentored, Design Systems

Placements24

Paarl

Hybrid

ZAR 180,000 - 320,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Home office setup allowance

Online learning opportunities

Mentorship by design leads

Career progression in remote-first org

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior UX/UI Designer to join a fully remote team, ideal for a graduate. You will craft intuitive interfaces for web and mobile, build wireframes and prototypes, and contribute to design systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration with product managers and developers in a distributed agile environment. You will develop your skills through comprehensive training, mentorship, and exposure to diverse projects from your home office.

Qualifications

Portfolio showcasing UX/UI design for 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 attention to detail and aesthetics
Strong communication and collaboration skills for remote teamwork
Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a remote environment
Proactive attitude and passion for creating exceptional user experiences
Knowledge of HTML/CSS is a plus

Responsibilities

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