Remote Senior UI/UX Designer

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary and bonuses

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Home office setup allowance

Opportunity to work on innovative产品

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior UI/UX Designer to join our fully remote team supporting operations based out of Tembisa. You will lead user research, create wireframes, prototypes and final UI designs for web and mobile, working closely with product managers and developers to deliver intuitive digital journeys.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years of UI/UX experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency with Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD or InVision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in design or related field.
• 6+ years UI/UX design experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD or InVision.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design and usability principles.
• Experience working in a fully remote, cross-functional team.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, create personas, and map user journeys.
• Design intuitive interfaces for web and mobile apps.
• Develop wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to iterate on designs.
• Perform usability testing and analyze feedback.
• Maintain and evolve design systems for consistency.

Skills

User research

Wireframing

Prototyping

Usability testing

User-centered design

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, CS, or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior UI/UX Designer to join their fully remote team, supporting operations based out of Tembisa. This position is critical for enhancing user experience across their digital products, ensuring intuitive navigation and engaging interfaces. You will take ownership of the design process, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and final UI design, collaborating closely with product managers and developers to create seamless digital journeys. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned designer who is passionate about user-centered design and thrives in a fully remote, agile environment, contributing to impactful product development with a global reach.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, create personas, and map user journeys to understand user needs and pain points.
• Design intuitive, user-friendly interfaces and engaging user experiences for web and mobile applications.
• Develop wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to effectively communicate design concepts and user flows.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to iterate on designs based on feedback and technical feasibility.
• Conduct usability testing and analyze user feedback to identify areas for improvement and optimize the user experience.
• Maintain and evolve design systems to ensure consistency and scalability across all products.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio showcasing complex digital products.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision.
• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles, usability heuristics, and interaction design patterns.
• Experience working effectively in a fully remote, cross-functional team environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present and defend design decisions.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to work on innovative products and make a significant impact on user experience.