Senior UX/UI Designer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive senior-level salary with潜i

Comprehensive health and wellness

Professional development budget

Creative collaborative environment

Fully remote work options

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior UX/UI Designer to lead the design vision for Stellenbosch-based digital products. You will conduct user research, craft wireframes and high-fidelity designs, and collaborate with product managers and developers to bring concepts to life.

The role requires a strong portfolio in user-centered design and proficiency with Figma/Sketch/Adobe XD. This senior position offers remote work options and a competitive package with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of UX/UI design experience for web and mobile apps.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design, interaction and visual design.
• Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD.
• Understanding of front-end development principles and ability to work closely with developers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, personas, and usability testing to guide design decisions.
• Create wireframes, user flows, journey maps, and interactive prototypes.
• Design high-fidelity visual interfaces that align with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders throughout design and development.
• Advocate for the user to ensure intuitive, accessible solutions.
• Maintain and evolve design systems for consistency across products.

Skills

UX design

UI design

Wireframing

Prototyping

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Senior UX/UI Designer to lead the design vision for their digital products in Stellenbosch . You will be responsible for creating intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing user experiences that meet user needs and business goals. This role involves conducting user research, developing wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs, and collaborating closely with product managers and developers to bring designs to life. The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in user-centered design principles and a passion for crafting exceptional digital interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, persona development, and usability testing to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, user flows, journey maps, and interactive prototypes to communicate design concepts.
• Design high-fidelity visual interfaces that are aesthetically pleasing, functional, and aligned with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders throughout the design and development process.
• Advocate for the user, ensuring that design solutions are intuitive, accessible, and meet user needs.
• Maintain and evolve design systems to ensure consistency and efficiency across products.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in UX/UI design for web and mobile applications.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in user-centered design, interaction design, and visual design.
• Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Understanding of front-end development principles and the ability to work closely with developers.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive senior-level salary with potential for equity.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous professional development budget for conferences and training.
• A creative and collaborative work environment in a beautiful setting.
• Fully remote work options for enhanced flexibility.