UI/UX Designer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work in Kimberley

Health benefits

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, South Africa, seeks a UI/UX Designer to craft exceptional user experiences for cutting-edge software products. You will lead the full design process from research to visual design, collaborating with product managers and developers.

The role emphasizes user-centered design, responsive interfaces, and design systems. A portfolio demonstrating UX solutions and proficiency in Figma/Sketch/Adobe XD is required.

Qualifications

• Formal design degree or equivalent practical experience.
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Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and usability testing to understand user needs.

Skills

UI/UX design

Figma

Prototyping

User research

Information architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Design/HCI/CS

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative technology firm located in Kimberley , is seeking a talented UI/UX Designer to craft exceptional user experiences for their cutting-edge software products. You will be responsible for the entire design process, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and visual design. Your work will directly impact how users interact with our client's platforms, ensuring they are intuitive, engaging, and user-friendly. Collaborating closely with product managers and development teams, you will translate user needs and business requirements into seamless digital interfaces. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing tech company in the Northern Cape and shape the future of their digital offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and usability testing to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Create user personas, journey maps, wireframes, and interactive prototypes.
• Design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and component libraries.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, developers, and stakeholders throughout the design process.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, data analysis, and team input.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in UI/UX design, with a portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and information architecture.
• Experience with responsive design and cross-platform compatibility considerations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility within Kimberley .
• Opportunity to work on innovative technology products.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• A collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.