Senior UX/UI Designer - Interactive Platform Development

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Impactful projects

Collaborative environment

Professional development

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking a Senior UX/UI Designer to lead the user experience and interface design for our next-generation digital platforms. You will transform complex user needs into elegant, usable designs and shape the product’s interactive journey across web and mobile.

You will conduct user research, create wireframes and prototypes, develop design systems, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with product managers and developers in an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer, with a strong portfolio.
• Excellent visual design skills and typography.
• Ability to translate complex requirements into intuitive interfaces.
• Experience in an Agile environment is a plus.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitive analysis to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive design systems and style guides.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure designs meet user needs and business objectives.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, data analysis, and stakeholder input.
• Advocate for user-centered design principles throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to the growth of the design team.
• Ensure consistency and coherence across all product interfaces.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UX/UI trends, tools, and technologies.

Skills

UX design

UI design

Prototyping

User research

Wireframes

Design systems

Information architecture

Education

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

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a prominent technology firm dedicated to creating intuitive and engaging digital experiences. We are looking for a highly creative and analytical Senior UX/UI Designer to join our esteemed team in Rustenburg, North West . This role is central to defining the user journeys and interfaces for our next-generation interactive platforms. You will be responsible for transforming complex user needs and business requirements into elegant, user-centered designs that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of user research methodologies, interaction design principles, and visual design best practices, with a proven ability to translate insights into tangible design solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on user engagement and product success within a collaborative and innovative setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitive analysis to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive design systems and style guides.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure designs meet user needs and business objectives.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, data analysis, and stakeholder input.
• Advocate for user-centered design principles throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to the growth of the design team.
• Ensure consistency and coherence across all product interfaces.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UX/UI trends, tools, and technologies.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer, with a strong portfolio demonstrating successful product designs.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and information architecture.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Excellent visual design skills, with a keen eye for typography, color, and layout.
• Ability to translate complex requirements into intuitive and user-friendly interfaces.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design rationale effectively.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on impactful and innovative digital products.
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
• Professional development opportunities and training.
• Be part of a company that values user experience and design excellence.