Senior UI/UX Designer & Researcher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Professional development

Competitive salary

Growing organization

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a talented Senior UI/UX Designer & Researcher to join our digital product team. You will craft intuitive, user-centered experiences across platforms, translating insights into design solutions and contributing to design systems.

The role requires leading user research, creating personas, wireframes, and high-fidelity mockups, and collaborating with product managers and engineers in an agile environment. Hybrid work flexibility is available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in UI/UX design and user research.
• Strong portfolio with research documentation and final UI designs.
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing.
• Develop user personas, journey maps, and information architecture.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Design visually appealing and intuitive user interfaces.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define requirements and translate them into design solutions.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and performance data.
• Advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Stay current with UI/UX design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Present design concepts and research findings to stakeholders clearly and persuasively.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of design systems.

Skills

UI/UX design

User research

Prototyping

Wireframing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Psychology, CS or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a talented and experienced Senior UI/UX Designer & Researcher to join their growing digital product team in Benoni, Gauteng . This role is essential for creating intuitive, engaging, and user-centered digital experiences across our platforms. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in both user interface design and user experience research methodologies. You will be responsible for understanding user needs, translating insights into design solutions, and crafting visually appealing and functional interfaces. This position requires a blend of creativity, analytical thinking, and a passion for user advocacy. We are looking for a proactive individual who can collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers and developers, to deliver exceptional user journeys. This role offers the opportunity to significantly impact product design and user satisfaction within a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to gather insights into user behaviors and needs.
• Develop user personas, user journey maps, and information architecture to guide design decisions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Design visually appealing and intuitive user interfaces that adhere to brand guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and engineers to define requirements and translate them into effective design solutions.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, usability testing, and performance data.
• Advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Stay current with the latest UI/UX design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Present design concepts and research findings to stakeholders clearly and persuasively.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of design systems.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in UI/UX design and user research.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a range of user-centered design projects, including research documentation and final UI designs.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting various forms of user research and usability testing.
• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and visual design.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Psychology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Knowledge of front-end development capabilities is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package.
• Opportunity to work on impactful digital products and shape user experiences.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment based in Benoni, Gauteng .
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Contribute to innovation within a growing organization.
• Potential for hybrid work flexibility.