Senior UI/UX Designer - E-commerce Specialist

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Career growth

Annual leave

Hybrid work model

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking a Senior UI/UX Designer with a strong ecommerce focus to join our client in Tembisa. You will lead user research, wireframes, prototypes, and high‑fidelity designs to optimize conversion rates and customer satisfaction.

In a fast‑paced environment, you will collaborate with product managers and engineers to turn insights into intuitive interfaces, contribute to design systems, and ensure accessibility and visual appeal across web and mobile platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, CS or related field.
• 5+ years of UI/UX design experience with ecommerce focus.
• Proven track record in ecommerce UI/UX design.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and usability testing to identify user needs.
• Create user personas and journey maps to guide design decisions.
• Develop wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for web and mobile.
• Design high-fidelity interfaces that are accessible and visually appealing.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to implement designs.
• Iterate on designs based on feedback and analytics.
• Contribute to design systems and style guides.

Skills

User research

Usability testing

Information architecture

Agile collaboration

Data-driven design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

HTML/CSS/JS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading online retail innovator, is seeking an exceptional Senior UI/UX Designer with a specialization in e-commerce to join their team in Tembisa, Gauteng . This role is crucial for enhancing the user journey across our digital platforms, ensuring seamless and engaging shopping experiences. You will be responsible for user research, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity design, focusing on optimizing conversion rates and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses a strong portfolio demonstrating successful e-commerce UI/UX projects, and has a passion for creating intuitive and aesthetically pleasing digital interfaces. You will collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to bring innovative design solutions to life. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the digital future of a prominent e-commerce brand in the Gauteng area.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitive analysis to identify user needs and pain points.
• Create user personas, user journey maps, and information architecture to guide design decisions.
• Develop wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for web and mobile e-commerce platforms.
• Design high-fidelity visual interfaces that are intuitive, accessible, and visually appealing.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to ensure the feasibility and successful implementation of designs.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, analytics, and A/B testing results.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and technologies, particularly in the e-commerce space.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of design systems and style guides.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a UI/UX Designer, with a significant focus on e-commerce platforms.
• Proven track record of designing successful and engaging user experiences for online retail.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design methodologies and usability principles.
• Experience with front-end development concepts (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to design.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate design rationale effectively.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Familiarity with the Tembisa market is beneficial.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, recognizing the value of your expertise.
• You will benefit from comprehensive medical aid and provident fund contributions.
• Professional growth is prioritized, with opportunities for advanced training, conferences, and skill development.
• Enjoy a generous annual leave allowance and potential for performance-based incentives.
• The company fosters a dynamic and supportive team atmosphere, encouraging innovation and collaboration in Tembisa, Gauteng .
• We provide access to cutting-edge design tools and technologies, supporting your creative process.
• A hybrid work model may be considered for exceptional candidates, offering flexibility.
• Your well-being is important, with access to wellness programs.