Remote Senior UI/UX Designer - Digital Products

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Professional development

Flexible hours

Remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior UI/UX Designer to shape the user experience of digital products from a fully remote setting within South Africa. You will lead user research, wireframing, prototyping and visual design to deliver intuitive interfaces across web and mobile platforms.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior designers, and contribute to a culture of design excellence while staying current with industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer with a strong portfolio.
• Experience in user research, wireframes, prototypes and visual design.
• Familiarity with design systems, usability testing and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and gather user requirements to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Design intuitive and visually appealing interfaces aligned with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to ensure technical feasibility.
• Conduct usability testing and iterate designs based on user feedback.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides for consistency.
• Present design concepts to stakeholders with clear rationale.
• Stay updated on UI/UX trends and emerging technologies.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to design excellence.

Skills

User research

Wireframes

Prototypes

Visual design

Design systems

Usability testing

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design / HCI / CS

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative technology firm specializing in digital product development, is seeking a talented Senior UI/UX Designer to enhance their product offerings. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your creative vision from anywhere within South Africa. You will be instrumental in crafting intuitive, user-centered interfaces and seamless user experiences for a range of cutting-edge digital platforms. The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and visual design. You will collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate complex requirements into elegant and user-friendly designs. As a remote-first company, our client champions flexible working and a collaborative online environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the user interaction of impactful digital products and drive innovation from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and gather user requirements to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces that align with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Conduct usability testing and iterate on designs based on user feedback.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure consistency across products.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders, articulating design rationale clearly.
• Stay updated on the latest UI/UX trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to a culture of design excellence.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer, with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in digital product design.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and visual design.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Ability to translate complex requirements into simple, intuitive, and engaging user experiences.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote, collaborative team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote working arrangement, offering extensive flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Collaborate on innovative and impactful digital products.
• Be part of a forward-thinking and supportive remote team culture.
• Contribute to a company that values user experience and design excellence.
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.