UI/UX Designer

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Home office stipend

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative UI/UX Designer to join its product development team in a fully remote role. You will design intuitive web and mobile interfaces that enhance usability and engagement.

You will conduct user research, develop personas, wireframes, and prototypes, and perform usability testing. The role requires collaboration with product managers and software engineers to deliver delightful, accessible experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field.
• 3+ years of UI/UX design experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar tools.
• Solid understanding of user-centred design, interaction design, and information architecture.
• Excellent communication and concept-presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and build personas and journeys.
• Design wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Create intuitive UI aligned with brand and usability best practices.
• Perform usability testing and iterate designs based on feedback.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

User research

Wireframing

Prototyping

Usability testing

Interaction design

Information architecture

Education

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

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative UI/UX Designer to be a key part of their product development team, offering a fully remote work arrangement. You will be responsible for designing intuitive and engaging user interfaces and seamless user experiences for web and mobile applications. This role requires a deep understanding of user-centered design principles, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing. The ideal candidate will translate complex user needs into elegant and functional design solutions that enhance product usability and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, create user personas, and map user journeys to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Design wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for new features and product enhancements.
• Develop intuitive and aesthetically pleasing user interfaces (UI) that align with brand standards and usability best practices.
• Conduct usability testing and gather user feedback to iterate and improve designs.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and software developers throughout the product development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio showcasing your design process and finished products.
• 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.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present design concepts clearly.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work environment, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and user advocacy.