UI/UX Designer

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Learning opportunities

On-site in Tembisa

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented UI/UX Designer to join our team in Tembisa. You will craft intuitive interfaces for web and mobile apps, focusing on usability, accessibility, and aesthetics.

From research to high-fidelity mockups, you will translate user needs into elegant design solutions and collaborate with developers and product managers to ship delightful experiences. You will conduct user research, create wireframes and prototypes, and develop personas and journey maps.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer or similar role.
• A strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions and interactive prototypes.
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision.
• Solid understanding of user psychology, interaction design, and information architecture.
• Experience with front-end development principles (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, usability testing, and analyze feedback to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, mockups, and high-fidelity UI for web and mobile.
• Develop personas, journey maps, and interaction flows to represent user needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility and implementation.
• Advocate for user needs throughout the product lifecycle and improve UX.
• Stay updated with UI/UX trends, best practices, and technologies.

Skills

UI/UX Design

Prototyping

User research

Figma

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design

Tools

Sketch

Adobe XD

InVision

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented UI/UX Designer to join their innovative team in Tembisa. You will be responsible for designing intuitive and engaging user interfaces for web and mobile applications, ensuring a seamless user experience. This role requires a deep understanding of user-centered design principles and the ability to translate complex user needs into elegant and functional design solutions. You will work closely with developers and product managers to bring digital products to life, focusing on usability, accessibility, and aesthetic appeal.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, usability testing, and analyze user feedback to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, mockups, and high-fidelity user interfaces for web and mobile platforms.
• Develop user personas, journey maps, and interaction flows to represent user needs and behaviors.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility and successful implementation.
• Advocate for user needs throughout the product development lifecycle, ensuring an exceptional user experience.
• Stay updated with the latest UI/UX trends, best practices, and technologies.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer or similar role.
• A strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions and interactive prototypes.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or InVision.
• Solid understanding of user psychology, interaction design, and information architecture.
• Experience with front-end development principles (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design rationales.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and other benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth in a supportive environment.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company shaping the future of digital products.
• On-site work environment fostering teamwork and collaboration in Tembisa.