Senior UX/UI Designer (Remote)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Professional development budget

Conferences and growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior UX/UI Designer to lead user experience initiatives within a fully remote team worldwide. You will define user journeys, design intuitive interfaces, and champion user-centered design across digital products.

You will mentor junior designers, develop design systems, and collaborate with product managers, engineers and stakeholders to align business goals with user needs. The role requires 7+ years in UX/UI and a strong portfolio, with expertise in Figma, Sketch,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HCI/Design/Psychology or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of UX/UI design experience, with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design for complex products.

Responsibilities

• Lead design from research to high-fidelity prototyping and UI design.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and A/B tests to inform decisions.
• Develop personas, journeys, and wireframes to communicate ideas.
• Collaborate with product, eng, and stakeholders to meet business goals.
• Establish and maintain design systems and style guides.
• Mentor junior designers and foster design excellence remotely.

Skills

UX design

Leadership

User research

Prototyping

Design systems

Education

Master's degree in HCI/Design/Psychology

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced and forward-thinking Senior UX/UI Designer to lead user experience initiatives within their fully remote team. You will be responsible for defining the user journey, designing intuitive interfaces, and championing user-centered design principles across all digital products. This is a senior leadership role for an individual passionate about creating seamless and impactful user experiences, working from anywhere in the world but contributing to a dynamic tech company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design process from user research and conceptualization through to high-fidelity prototyping and final UI design for complex digital products.
• Conduct in-depth user research, usability testing, and A/B testing to gather insights and validate design decisions.
• Develop comprehensive user personas, journey maps, and wireframes to effectively communicate design ideas.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure design solutions meet business objectives and user needs.
• Establish and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure consistency and scalability across all platforms.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a culture of design excellence within the remote team.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in Human-Computer Interaction, Design, Psychology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience in UX/UI design, with a significant portion in senior or lead roles.
• A robust portfolio demonstrating expertise in user-centered design, complex problem-solving, and delivering exceptional digital experiences.
• Advanced proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Deep understanding of user research methodologies, usability testing, and data analysis for design optimization.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders remotely.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and personal growth.
• Opportunity to shape the future of digital products for a growing company.
• A collaborative and inclusive remote work culture that values innovation and autonomy.