Senior UI/UX Designer - Mobile Application Experience

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Mentorship and supportive culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Senior UI/UX Designer to craft exceptional mobile experiences for its suite of apps. You will define visual language, interaction patterns, and stay aligned with user-centered design principles to deliver intuitive mobile products.

The ideal candidate has a strong mobile portfolio and at least 5 years of UI/UX experience, with proficiency in Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD, and a collaborator mindset across product, design, and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional UI/UX design experience with a mobile focus.
• Strong portfolio of mobile app design work for iOS and Android.

Responsibilities

• Design intuitive UI/UX for iOS and Android apps with a mobile-first approach.
• Create wireframes, flows, prototypes and high-fidelity mockups.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to iterate designs.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to ensure feasibility and smooth implementation.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides for brand consistency.

Skills

Mobile UI/UX design

User research

Wireframing

Prototyping

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing mobile technology company, is seeking a Senior UI/UX Designer to craft exceptional user experiences for their suite of mobile applications in Soweto . This role is critical in defining the look, feel, and interaction design of our mobile products, ensuring they are intuitive, engaging, and user-friendly. You will work closely with product managers, developers, and researchers to translate user needs and business requirements into elegant and effective design solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio showcasing successful mobile app design projects and a deep understanding of user-centered design principles and mobile UI/UX best practices. This is a fantastic opportunity to leave your mark on a widely used application within the Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Design intuitive user interfaces and engaging user experiences for iOS and Android mobile applications.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups for new features and application updates.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to iterate on designs.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to ensure design feasibility and seamless implementation.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure brand consistency and design quality.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile design trends, technologies, and platform guidelines (iOS Human Interface Guidelines, Android Material Design).
• Advocate for the user throughout the product development process.
• Present design concepts and solutions to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in UI/UX design, with a strong focus on mobile application design.
• A compelling portfolio demonstrating expertise in mobile UI/UX design for both iOS and Android platforms.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, usability, and accessibility best practices.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, excellent health and wellness benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. This role is based in our office in Soweto , fostering a collaborative team environment and providing direct access to mentorship and resources. Employees enjoy a supportive company culture and the chance to work on products that impact millions of users worldwide.