Senior UI/UX Designer - Product Focus

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + Bonus

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior UI/UX Designer to drive product design from research through prototyping and testing. The role supports a hybrid work model, balancing remote work with in-office collaboration in Sandton. You will shape user journeys, create robust design systems, and mentor junior designers.

The ideal candidate brings extensive UI/UX experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency with Figma, Sketch or Adobe XD, plus solid user research capabilities.

Qualifications

• Extensive UI/UX design experience with a portfolio of product design outcomes.
• Proficiency in Figma/Sketch/Adobe XD and modern prototyping tools.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design, IA, and interaction design.
• Experience conducting user research, interviews, and usability testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design for new product features with user-centered focus.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and data analysis to inform decisions.
• Create wireframes, flows, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals for web and mobile.
• Develop and maintain a scalable design system for consistency.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers and stakeholders on strategy and UX.
• Mentor junior designers and champion design best practices.

Skills

UI/UX Design

Figma

Prototyping

Design Systems

User Research

Wireframing

Communication

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client in Sandton is seeking an accomplished Senior UI/UX Designer with a strong focus on product development. This hybrid role demands a strategic thinker who can translate user needs and business objectives into intuitive and engaging digital experiences. You will lead the design process for key product features, from research and wireframing to high-fidelity prototyping and user testing. The role offers a flexible hybrid work model, enabling remote work with essential in-office collaboration in Sandton , ensuring a balance of focused work and team synergy. Your expertise will be pivotal in shaping the user journey and driving product innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design process for new product features, ensuring user-centered design principles are applied.


• Conduct user research, usability testing, and data analysis to gather insights and inform design decisions.


• Create wireframes, user flows, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity visual designs for web and mobile applications.


• Develop and maintain a comprehensive design system to ensure consistency and scalability across products.


• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define product strategy and user experience.


• Mentor junior designers and champion design best practices within the product team.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a UI/UX Designer, with a portfolio demonstrating successful product design outcomes.


• Expert proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.


• Deep understanding of user-centered design methodologies, interaction design, and information architecture.


• Experience conducting user research, interviews, and usability testing.


• Strong communication and presentation skills, able to articulate design rationale effectively.


• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment, managing projects effectively across remote and in-office settings.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including salary and bonus.


• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.


• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Significant opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.


• Prime office location in Sandton with modern amenities.


• Generous vacation and leave policy.