Senior UX/UI Designer (Remote-First)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Learning opportunities and growth

Performance-based bonuses

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior UX/UI Designer to shape intuitive, visually engaging digital products. This 100% remote role, based anywhere in South Africa (Benoni, Gauteng noted in benefits), involves collaborating with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into elegant interfaces and design systems.

You will lead user research, create wireframes and high-fidelity mockups, maintain design systems, mentor junior designers, and stay current

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer or similar role with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
• Knowledge of user-centered design methodologies and information architecture.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Excellent visual design skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research via interviews, surveys, and usability tests.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, flows, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and UI components.
• Collaborate with product managers to translate requirements into designs.
• Work with front-end developers to ensure faithful implementation.
• Iterate based on feedback, data, and stakeholder input.
• Stay updated with UX/UI trends and best practices.
• Mentor junior designers and promote design excellence.

Skills

Strong portfolio

User-centered design

Communication

Agile experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in digital solutions, is seeking a highly experienced and creative Senior UX/UI Designer to join their dynamic team. This is a 100% remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience of cutting-edge digital products and services, ensuring they are intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing. This role demands a deep understanding of user-centered design principles, a passion for crafting seamless digital journeys, and the ability to translate complex requirements into elegant, user-friendly interfaces. You will collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to bring innovative ideas to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to gather insights into user needs and behaviors.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and UI component libraries to ensure consistency across all products.
• Collaborate with product managers to define product requirements and translate them into effective design solutions.
• Work closely with front-end developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs, providing clear specifications and assets.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, analytics, and stakeholder input.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UX/UI trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to a culture of design excellence.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer, Product Designer, or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing your design process and outcomes.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
• Solid understanding of user-centered design methodologies, information architecture, and interaction design.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail, typography, and color theory.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions effectively.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• A Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package and the flexibility of a fully remote role.
• You will have the opportunity to work on exciting and impactful projects, collaborate with a talented and supportive team, and contribute to the growth of a forward-thinking company.
• We provide continuous learning and development opportunities, performance-based bonuses, and a positive, inclusive work environment that values creativity and innovation.
• Embrace the future of work with this exceptional remote opportunity based in Benoni, Gauteng .