Senior UI/UX Designer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible hybrid work

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a Senior UI/UX Designer to shape user-centered digital experiences across diverse projects. You will translate complex user needs into intuitive interfaces, guiding concepts through to final implementation.

You will conduct user research, build wireframes and prototypes, maintain design systems, and collaborate with product managers and developers. A strong portfolio and passion for design thinking are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with a strong portfolio showing design process and outcomes.
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD or similar design tools.
• Experience in user research, usability testing, and translating findings into design improvements.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, competitor analysis, and usability testing to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile apps.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and component libraries for consistency.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to define and implement design solutions.
• Translate business requirements and user needs into elegant interface designs.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and data.
• Present design concepts and rationale to cross-functional teams.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to design strategy.

Skills

UI/UX design

Wireframing

Prototyping

Figma/Sketch/Adobe XD

User research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic digital innovation agency based in **Bloemfontein**, is seeking a highly skilled and creative Senior UI/UX Designer to join their growing team. This role is pivotal in shaping user-centered digital experiences across a variety of exciting projects. You will be instrumental in transforming complex user needs into intuitive and engaging interfaces, ensuring a seamless user journey from initial concept to final implementation. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful projects and work within a collaborative environment that fosters creativity and professional growth in the heart of **Free State**. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about design thinking, user research, and delivering exceptional digital products.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, competitor analysis, and usability testing to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and component libraries to ensure consistency across all platforms.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to define and implement innovative design solutions.
• Translate business requirements and user needs into elegant and functional interface designs.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, A/B testing results, and performance data.
• Present design concepts and rationale to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to the overall design strategy of the company.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing your design process and successful projects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and information architecture.
• Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and translating findings into actionable design improvements.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail, typography, color, and layout.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript concepts is a plus.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience working within a team environment in **Bloemfontein**.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience. You will enjoy access to continuous learning and development opportunities, a generous annual leave allowance, and health insurance benefits.
• The role also provides a flexible working arrangement, blending remote work with in-office collaboration to foster both productivity and team cohesion in **Bloemfontein**.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading digital agency are abundant, along with participation in exciting and challenging projects that push the boundaries of digital innovation.