Remote Ux/Ui Design Apprentice — Mentored, Hands-On

Placements24; Gauteng; À distance; ZAR 700 000 - 950 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision insurance

Home office stipend

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior UI/UX Designer to lead design initiatives for web and mobile products in a fully remote, remote-first team. You will drive user research, design systems, and high‑fidelity prototyping, collaborating with product managers, engineers, and fellow designers.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of UI/UX experience, a strong portfolio, and expertise in Figma/Sketch/Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional UI/UX design experience for digital products.
• Portfolio demonstrating user research, interaction design, visual design, and prototyping.
• Experience with usability testing and design systems preferred.
• Strong communication and ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsabilités

• Lead design process for new features and products from research to high‑fidelity mockups.
• Develop and maintain user flows, journey maps, and personas.
• Create intuitive interfaces across web and mobile platforms.
• Conduct user testing and iterate based on feedback.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and marketing teams.
• Champion user‑centered design principles and best practices.
• Contribute to evolution of design system for consistency and scalability.
• Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay updated on UI/UX trends and tools.

Connaissances

User research

Interaction design

Visual design

Prototyping

Remote collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design/HCI/CS or related field

Outils

Figma

Sketch

Adobe Creative Suite

Description du poste

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and innovative Senior UI/UX Designer to join their globally distributed, remote-first team. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping the user experience and interface design for our cutting‑edge digital products. You will lead design initiatives from conception through to execution, collaborating closely with product managers, engineers, and other designers to create intuitive, engaging, and visually stunning interfaces. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio showcasing a deep understanding of user‑centered design principles, interaction design, and visual design across web and mobile platforms. You will be a key contributor to defining our design system and ensuring a consistent, high‑quality user experience across all touchpoints.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for new features and products, from user research and wireframing to high‑fidelity mockups and prototyping.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive user flows, journey maps, and personas to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Create intuitive, accessible, and aesthetically pleasing user interfaces across various digital platforms.
• Conduct user testing and gather feedback to iterate and improve designs.
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams, including product management, engineering, and marketing.
• Champion user‑centered design principles and best practices throughout the organization.
• Contribute to the evolution of our design system, ensuring consistency and scalability.
• Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay abreast of the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in UI/UX design, with a strong focus on digital products.
• A compelling portfolio demonstrating expertise in user research, interaction design, visual design, and prototyping.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Strong understanding of web and mobile development principles.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote environment.
• Experience with design systems is highly preferred.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position offering unparalleled flexibility. Our client provides a competitive salary and performance‑based bonuses. We offer a generous health, dental, and vision insurance package. Employees receive a yearly stipend for professional development and home office setup. We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture that values creativity and innovation. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects with a talented, global team and make a significant impact on our product’s success. Our client is committed to employee well‑being and growth.

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering technology firm, is seeking a visionary Lead UX/UI Designer to spearhead the design of intuitive and engaging user experiences for their innovative digital products. This role is fundamental to our remote‑first culture, emphasizing asynchronous communication and digital collaboration. You will be responsible for defining the user experience vision, translating complex requirements into elegant interfaces, and ensuring a seamless user journey across all touchpoints. As a lead, you will guide a talented team of designers, mentor junior talent, and collaborate closely with product managers and developers to bring exceptional digital solutions to life. This position offers the unique opportunity to shape the user‑centricity of our offerings from the ground up while enjoying flexibility and autonomy. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a passion for user advocacy and a commitment to design excellence, irrespective of physical location.