Senior UI/UX Designer - E-commerce Platforms

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly creative Senior UI/UX Designer in Johannesburg, SA, to drive the design of our ecommerce platforms. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote work to craft intuitive interfaces and seamless customer journeys.

You will work with product, development and marketing teams to translate user needs into compelling design solutions, mentor junior designers, and stay ahead of industry trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 5 years of UI/UX design experience with e-commerce or digital product focus.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered, interaction and visual design for web and mobile.
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for new features and improvements across e-commerce sites and apps.
• Conduct user research, personas, usability testing to inform decisions.
• Create wireframes, flows, mockups, and interactive prototypes.

Skills

UI/UX Design

User Research

Figma

Prototyping

Collaboration

HTML/CSS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing e-commerce innovator based in the heart of Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA , is looking for a highly creative and experienced Senior UI/UX Designer. This role offers a Hybrid work arrangement, blending the best of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. You will be instrumental in shaping the user experience of our cutting-edge online platforms, focusing on intuitive navigation, engaging interfaces, and seamless customer journeys. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of user-centered design principles, a strong portfolio showcasing successful e-commerce projects, and a passion for creating aesthetically pleasing and highly functional digital products. You will work closely with product managers, developers, and marketing teams to translate user needs and business requirements into compelling design solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on a dynamic digital landscape and drive user engagement and conversion rates through exceptional design.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for new features and improvements across our e-commerce websites and mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, persona development, and usability testing to gather insights and validate design decisions.
• Create wireframes, user flows, mockups, and interactive prototypes to effectively communicate design concepts.
• Develop high-fidelity visual designs, adhering to brand guidelines and ensuring a consistent, engaging user interface.
• Collaborate closely with product managers to define product strategy and user requirements.
• Work with front-end developers to ensure the accurate implementation of UI designs and a pixel-perfect execution.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, analytics data, and A/B testing results.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and standards.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and technologies.
• Advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor'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 e-commerce or digital product design.
• A comprehensive portfolio demonstrating expertise in user-centered design, interaction design, and visual design for web and mobile platforms.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.
• Strong understanding of user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in an agile environment.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript principles is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating intuitive and beautiful user experiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Generous paid time off and public holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, workshops, and conferences.
• Employee discounts on company products.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture.