Senior UX/UI Designer - Mobile Applications

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Performance bonus

Professional development

Design conferences

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA, seeks a seasoned Senior UX/UI Designer to craft intuitive, visually compelling mobile app experiences. You will lead design from concept to implementation, collaborating closely with product managers and developers to realize user-centered designs.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio, deep UX/UI knowledge, and proficiency with Figma, Sketch, and Adobe XD, plus experience with user research and usability testing.

Qualifications

• Proven Senior UX/UI Designer with a strong mobile app portfolio.
• Expertise in UX/UI principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (Figma/Sketch/Adobe XD).
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead mobile UX/UI design for apps from concept to implementation.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Create and maintain design systems and style guides.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers throughout development.
• Translate complex requirements into intuitive designs.
• Conduct usability testing and iterate designs based on feedback.

Skills

Portfolio

UX/UI design fundamentals

User research

Usability testing

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Mobile design patterns

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading mobile application development company, is looking for a highly creative and experienced Senior UX/UI Designer to join their team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA . This non-remote role focuses on crafting intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing user experiences for a range of innovative mobile applications. You will lead the design process from concept to final implementation, working closely with product managers and developers to bring user-centric designs to life. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on user satisfaction and product success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of user interfaces and user experiences for mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, persona development, and user journey mapping.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Translate complex requirements into intuitive and user-friendly designs.
• Conduct usability testing and iterate on designs based on feedback.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest mobile design trends and technologies.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders.
• Ensure design consistency across all mobile platforms.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior UX/UI Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing mobile application design.
• Expertise in UX/UI design principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Strong understanding of mobile design patterns and platform guidelines (iOS and Android).
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment in our Nelspruit office.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience working in an agile development environment is a plus.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary between and Rand per annum. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, annual performance bonuses, opportunities for professional development and attending design conferences, and a creative and collaborative work environment at our Nelspruit offices.