Senior UI/UX Designer - Remote, Lead Design & Mentorship

Placements24

Midrand

Remote

ZAR 650,000 - 900,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work environment

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Generous leave policy

Access to latest design tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior UI/UX Designer to shape the user experience for a range of digital products. This remote role supports teams across South Africa, enabling you to work from anywhere while delivering elegant, user-centered designs.

You will lead design from concept to delivery, conduct user research, build wireframes and prototypes, and contribute to design systems. Strong communication and a proven portfolio are essential, with agile experience considered a plus.

Qualifications

5+ years of professional UI/UX design experience.
Portfolio showcasing digital product design.
Experience with user research and usability testing.
Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
Degree or equivalent practical experience in a design-related field.
Experience in an agile development environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the design process from concept to completion for web and mobile applications.
Conduct user research, including interviews and usability testing.
Create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.
Collaborate with product managers, developers and stakeholders.
Develop and maintain design systems and style guides.
Advocate for user needs throughout the product lifecycle.
Stay updated on UI/UX trends and implement best practices.
Present design concepts and rationale to teams and clients.
Provide mentorship to junior designers.