Senior UX/UI Designer for Innovative Digital Campaigns

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior UX/UI Designer in Johannesburg to lead the design of digital products across web and mobile platforms. You will drive user-centered design, from discovery through launch, collaborating with product, engineering, and clients.

The role focuses on creating engaging experiences, building and maintaining design systems, and mentoring junior designers in a dynamic agency setting with hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as UX/UI Designer or similar role.
• Strong portfolio of digital product designs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for digital products from wireframes to high-fidelity mockups and prototypes.
• Conduct user research via interviews, surveys, and usability testing.
• Translate user needs and business requirements into elegant interfaces.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders for feasible implementation.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and pattern libraries.
• Stay updated on UX/UI trends and advocate their adoption.
• Present concepts to teams and clients with clear rationale and benefits.
• Mentor junior designers and grow the design team.

Skills

5+ years experience

User research

Communication

Agile

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe CC

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading digital agency based in Johannesburg, is seeking a highly creative and experienced Senior UX/UI Designer to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in conceptualizing and executing user-centered design solutions for a diverse range of client projects, focusing on enhancing digital experiences and driving engagement. You will be instrumental in shaping the visual identity and interactive elements of cutting-edge web and mobile applications, ensuring a seamless and intuitive user journey from conception to launch. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-impact projects in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment within the vibrant city of Johannesburg, Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for digital products, from initial wireframing and user flows to high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes.
• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to gather insights and inform design decisions.
• Translate complex user needs and business requirements into elegant, intuitive, and visually appealing interface designs.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure design feasibility and successful implementation.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive design systems, style guides, and pattern libraries to ensure consistency across all digital touchpoints.
• Stay abreast of the latest UX/UI trends, technologies, and best practices, and advocate for their adoption where appropriate.
• Present design concepts and solutions to internal teams and clients, clearly articulating design rationale and user benefits.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to the overall growth of the design team's capabilities.

Requirements

• Proven experience (5+ years) as a UX/UI Designer or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful digital product designs.
• Expert proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD), or similar.
• In-depth understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, interaction design, and visual design best practices.
• Experience with conducting various forms of user research and usability testing.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively articulate design ideas.
• Experience working in an agile development environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Knowledge of front-end development principles (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Employees benefit from a comprehensive health insurance plan, generous paid time off, opportunities for professional development and training, and access to state-of-the-art design tools and technologies.
• The role offers a flexible hybrid work model, balancing in-office collaboration in Johannesburg with remote work flexibility.
• You’ll be part of a supportive and innovative team environment that values creativity and continuous learning.
• Additionally, opportunities for career advancement within a growing agency are abundant.