UI/UX Designer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 540,000 - 840,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Dynamic tech environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom is seeking a talented UI/UX Designer to lead the design of web and mobile interfaces. You will own the process from user research and wireframes to high-fidelity mockups, collaborating with product managers and developers to deliver intuitive experiences.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Design or related field and at least 4 years of UI/UX experience, proficient in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision, and passionate about user-centered design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional UI/UX design experience.
• Proficiency with Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, and interaction design.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitive analysis to guide design decisions.
• Create user personas, journey maps, wireframes, and interactive prototypes.
• Design intuitive interfaces for web and mobile apps, aligning with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers to translate requirements into design solutions.
• Iterate on designs based on feedback and stakeholder input.
• Stay updated on UI/UX trends and best practices.

Skills

UI/UX design

User-centered design

Communication

Team collaboration

User research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

Our client is seeking a talented and user-centric UI/UX Designer to join their innovative team in Welkom. This critical role involves conceptualizing and designing intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces for web and mobile applications. You will be responsible for the entire design process, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and high-fidelity mockups, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience. The ideal candidate is passionate about creating user-friendly designs that meet both business goals and user needs, contributing to a collaborative and forward-thinking design department.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitor analysis to gather insights into user needs and behaviors.
• Create user personas, journey maps, wireframes, and interactive prototypes to visualize design concepts.
• Design aesthetically pleasing and intuitive user interfaces for web and mobile applications, ensuring consistency and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and developers to translate requirements into effective design solutions.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, usability testing results, and stakeholder input.
• Stay updated on the latest UI/UX trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in UI/UX design.
• Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, and interaction design.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic tech environment.
• A collaborative and creative office culture in Welkom.