Remote UX/UI Designer

Placements24; Kempton Park; A distancia; ZAR 420.000 - 660.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

Learning opportunities

Competitive salary

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a talented remote UX/UI Designer to join our distributed team. You will translate user needs into intuitive interfaces for web and mobile, collaborating with product and developers in a remote-first environment.

A strong portfolio and experience in user-centered design are essential. You’ll help shape the design system, conduct research, and iterate based on feedback across multiple platforms.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, HCI, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Portfolio demonstrating user-centered design solutions.
• Proficiency with Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitive analysis.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile.
• Develop and maintain a design system and style guides.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders in a remote setting.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and metrics.

Conocimientos

User research

Prototyping

Wireframing

Collaborative

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Design/HCI or related

Herramientas

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is a leading innovator in the software development industry, seeking a talented and creative Remote UX/UI Designer to join their distributed team. This role is critical in shaping intuitive and engaging user experiences for our cutting-edge digital products. You will be responsible for translating complex user needs and business requirements into seamless, aesthetically pleasing, and highly functional interfaces. As a fully remote position, we are looking for a self-disciplined and proactive individual who thrives in a virtual collaborative environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects from anywhere, working with a forward-thinking company that values user-centric design and embraces remote work culture. You will play a pivotal role in defining the user journey and visual design language across multiple platforms, impacting thousands of users globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitor analysis to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces that align with brand guidelines and enhance user engagement.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders in a remote setting to ensure design feasibility and successful implementation.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, A/B testing results, and performance metrics.
• Develop and maintain a design system and style guides to ensure consistency across all product interfaces.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Present design concepts and solutions clearly and persuasively to various audiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, and interaction design.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail, typography, and color theory.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and cross-functional team collaboration.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for effective remote teamwork.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive remote benefits package, and the flexibility to work from anywhere. This role provides opportunities for continuous learning, professional growth and working on challenging and innovative projects. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative remote team culture. As this is a fully remote position, there are no requirements to be present at a physical office location. We provide all necessary tools and support for effective remote work. The compensation is benchmarked against industry standards for remote talent, ensuring you are rewarded for your expertise and contribution.