Senior UX/UI Designer for Mobile Applications

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hybrid work

Innovative projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior UX/UI Designer in Pietermaritzburg to lead mobile app UX/UI. You will conduct user research, create personas and journeys, and deliver high-fidelity interfaces across iOS and Android, ensuring accessibility and brand consistency.

You will mentor junior designers, collaborate with product managers and developers, and stay current with UX trends and tools in a dynamic hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating mobile app UX/UI success.
• Minimum 5 years of UX/UI design experience.
• Proficiency with Figma, Sketch, XD or similar tools.
• Strong user research methods and actionable findings.
• Excellent visual design, typography and layout sense.
• Experience in agile teams and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and usability testing to guide design.
• Create personas, journeys, wireframes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Design iOS and Android interfaces aligned to brand and accessibility.
• Iterate designs based on feedback and A/B results.
• Collaborate with product, dev and content teams throughout lifecycle.
• Present concepts and rationale to stakeholders; mentor juniors.

Skills

Mobile UX

User research

Prototyping

Cross-functional collab

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design/HCI/Psychology

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading digital solutions provider, is seeking an exceptionally talented and experienced Senior UX/UI Designer to join their dynamic team in **Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal**. This pivotal role will be instrumental in shaping the user experience and interface design for a range of innovative mobile applications. You will collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate complex user needs into intuitive and visually appealing digital products. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on a growing portfolio of digital services, contributing to the company's reputation for user-centric design. The successful candidate will be expected to mentor junior designers and champion design best practices across the organization. This position offers a stimulating work environment within a forward-thinking company that values creativity and user advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to gather insights into user behaviors and needs.
• Develop user personas, user journey maps, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups to effectively communicate design ideas and solutions.
• Design intuitive and engaging user interfaces for iOS and Android applications, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines and accessibility standards.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, usability testing results, and A/B testing data.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and content strategists, throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, clearly articulating design decisions and their alignment with business objectives.
• Stay abreast of the latest UX/UI trends, design tools, and best practices, and incorporate them into the design process.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative design culture.

Requirements

• A strong portfolio showcasing a proven track record of designing successful mobile applications, demonstrating expertise in user-centered design principles.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a focus on mobile platforms (iOS and Android).
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, or similar.
• Solid understanding of user research methodologies and the ability to translate research findings into actionable design recommendations.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail, typography, color, and layout.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and experience working within cross-functional agile teams.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts effectively.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and exciting projects.
• Contribution to innovative digital solutions that impact users daily.
• Potential for career advancement within a growing organization.
• Hybrid work arrangement, balancing office and remote work for optimal flexibility.