Senior UI/UX Designer (Remote First)

Placements24; Midrand; Hybride; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fully remote work environment

Performance-based bonuses

Generous annual leave

Professional development access

Competitive design tools

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior UI/UX Designer for a fully remote, remote-first role with a Midrand base. You will shape user experiences for diverse digital products, translating complex needs into intuitive interfaces and maintaining design systems across projects.

You should have a strong portfolio, expertise with Figma/Sketch/Adobe, and a passion for user-centered design. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Portfolio of end-to-end UI/UX projects.
• Experience with WCAG accessibility is a plus.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Remote-work experience and self-motivation in a distributed team.

Responsabilités

• Conduct user research via interviews, surveys and usability testing.
• Create personas, journey maps, and wireframes to articulate design solutions.
• Produce high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes communicating design intent.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers and stakeholders for feasibility and alignment.
• Advocate for user-centered design across the product lifecycle.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, analytics and business needs.
• Maintain and evolve design systems for consistency across platforms.
• Stay updated on UI/UX trends and tools relevant to a digital agency.

Connaissances

User research

Personas & journey maps

Wireframes

Prototyping

UI/UX design

Remote collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Design / HCI / Psychology

Outils

Figma

Sketch

Adobe Creative Suite

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking digital agency, is seeking an exceptional Senior UI/UX Designer to join their fully remote team. This pivotal role is crucial in shaping the user experience and visual design of innovative digital products. As a remote-first organization, we champion flexibility, collaboration, and a results-driven environment. You will be instrumental in translating complex user needs into intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing interfaces. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and cutting-edge technologies, contributing directly to the success of their digital strategies. We are looking for a passionate individual who thrives in a virtual setting and possesses a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in user-centered design principles and a keen eye for detail. This role is based in the vibrant ecosystem of Midrand, Gauteng, ZA , but is exclusively remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to gather insights into user behaviors and needs.
• Develop user personas, journey maps, and wireframes to conceptualize and articulate design solutions.
• Create high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes that effectively communicate design intent and user flows.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure design feasibility and alignment with project goals.
• Advocate for user-centered design principles throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, analytics, and business requirements.
• Maintain and evolve design systems to ensure consistency and scalability across all digital platforms.
• Stay abreast of the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and best practices, particularly within the digital agency space.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end design projects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design methodologies, information architecture, and interaction design.
• Experience conducting various forms of user research and translating findings into actionable design recommendations.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG) is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development, including access to online courses and conferences.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture that values innovation and creativity.
• Contribution to a diverse portfolio of impactful digital projects.
• Access to the latest design software and tools.
• Regular virtual team-building activities to foster connection and camaraderie.