UI/UX Designer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

Professional development

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and user-focused UI/UX Designer to join their technology team in a fully remote role. You will design intuitive interfaces for web and mobile, translate requirements into elegant solutions, and collaborate with product managers and developers to ship high-quality experiences.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio, proficiency with Figma, Sketch or Adobe XD, and solid knowledge of user-centered design, information architecture, and usability testing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as UI/UX Designer with a portfolio
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools: Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD
• Strong understanding of user-centered design, interaction design and IA
• Experience with user research methodologies and interpreting feedback
• Excellent visual design skills and usability sense
• Strong remote collaboration and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Design web and mobile interfaces with wireframes, prototypes and high-fidelity mockups
• Conduct user research, usability testing and persona development
• Collaborate with product managers and developers throughout the lifecycle
• Ensure design consistency across platforms per brand guidelines
• Iterate designs based on feedback, analytics and trends
• Stay updated on latest UI/UX trends, tools and best practices

Skills

UI/UX design

Portfolio demonstrated

User-centered design

Communication & collaboration

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and user-focused UI/UX Designer to join their technology team, working remotely. You will be instrumental in designing intuitive and visually appealing interfaces for their digital products, ensuring an exceptional user experience. This role demands a blend of creative flair, technical understanding, and a deep empathy for users. You will translate complex requirements into simple, elegant design solutions, collaborating with product managers and developers to bring these visions to life. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to cutting-edge projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design user-friendly interfaces for web and mobile applications, creating wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.


• Conduct user research, including usability testing and persona development, to inform design decisions.


• Collaborate closely with product managers and developers throughout the product development lifecycle.


• Ensure design consistency across all digital platforms, adhering to brand guidelines.


• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, analytics, and market trends.


• Stay abreast of the latest UI/UX design trends, tools, and best practices.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer or similar role, with a portfolio showcasing strong design skills.


• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD).


• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and information architecture.


• Experience with user research methodologies and interpreting user feedback.


• Excellent visual design skills with a strong sense of aesthetics and usability.


• Strong communication and collaboration skills, effective in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Fully remote work arrangement, providing ultimate flexibility.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.


• Generous paid time off and company holidays.


• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.


• A collaborative and innovative virtual team environment.