Senior UX/UI Designer - E-commerce Platform

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible remote work

Health, dental & vision insurance

Generous PTO

Professional development budget

Company equipment

Collaborative culture

Employee discounts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior UX/UI Designer to shape the future of our flagship e-commerce platform from Pretoria or remote. You will lead user research, wireframes, prototypes, and high‑fidelity visuals to enhance engagement and conversions.

Work with product managers, developers, and marketing to define requirements, contribute to design systems, and advocate for the user throughout the product lifecycle. A strong portfolio and e‑commerce experience are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional UX/UI design experience, preferably in e-commerce.
• Strong portfolio with wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs.
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and InVision.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design, information architecture, and interaction design.
• Experience with user research and usability testing.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript principles.
• Excellent problem solving and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Design or HCI or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, interviews, surveys, and usability tests.
• Create personas, journey maps, and user flows.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Design intuitive UIs aligned with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with product managers to define requirements.
• Work with developers to ensure accurate implementation.
• Iterate designs based on feedback and analytics.
• Maintain and contribute to design systems and style guides.
• Present design solutions to stakeholders.

Skills

UX/UI design

Portfolio

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

User research

Information architecture

HTML/CSS/JS knowledge

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing e-commerce technology provider headquartered in Pretoria , is seeking a talented Senior UX/UI Designer to shape the future of their flagship online platform. This role is crucial for enhancing user engagement, optimizing conversion rates, and ensuring a seamless, intuitive shopping experience for millions of customers. You will be responsible for user research, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity visual design, translating complex user needs into elegant and functional interfaces. The Senior UX/UI Designer will work closely with product managers, developers, and marketing teams to drive product innovation and deliver exceptional user journeys. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on a leading platform within the South African digital commerce space, working from our Pretoria offices or remotely. We are looking for a candidate with a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in user-centered design, a keen eye for aesthetics, and a deep understanding of e-commerce best practices. You will be instrumental in defining the user experience that sets our client apart in a competitive market. The role requires a proactive, analytical, and creative individual dedicated to user advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to gather insights into user needs and behaviors.
• Create user personas, journey maps, and user flow diagrams to define and visualize user experiences.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile interfaces.
• Design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces that align with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with product managers to define product requirements and features.
• Work with front-end developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs and adherence to UX/UI best practices.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, A/B testing results, and analytics data.
• Optimize existing user flows and interface elements to improve usability and conversion rates.
• Stay current with the latest UX/UI design trends, tools, and technologies.
• Advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of design systems and style guides.
• Present design solutions and rationale to stakeholders effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in UX/UI design, with a focus on web and mobile applications, preferably in e-commerce.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of UX/UI design projects, including wireframes, prototypes, and final visual designs.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, and interaction design.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript principles and their impact on UI design.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package reflecting experience and expertise.
• Opportunity to work on a leading e-commerce platform impacting millions of users.
• Flexible remote work options available, with occasional in-office collaboration in Pretoria .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Professional development budget for conferences and training.
• Company-provided equipment.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Employee discounts on platform products.