UI/UX Designer

IQbusiness South Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology division seeks a skilled UI/UX Designer to enhance digital banking experiences. You will design user-centered interfaces across platforms, with a strong emphasis on accessibility and usability. Join a team committed to innovation and transforming customer journeys in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in UI/UX design, preferably in financial or fintech environments.
• Understanding of HTML, CSS, and responsive design.
• Familiarity with agile software development and design systems.

Responsibilities

• Design responsive, high-fidelity user interfaces for mobile banking apps.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to validate design decisions.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers to ensure alignment.

Skills

Wireframing

Prototyping

User research

Usability testing

Accessibility (WCAG)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in design, HCI, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

InVision

Usability Hub

Job description

iqx the Technology Division of iqbusiness seeking a highly skilled UI/UX Designer to join our digital banking team. You will be responsible for designing intuitive, accessible, and visually engaging digital interfaces that improve user satisfaction and streamline customer journeys across web and mobile platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

• 5 years of experience in UI/UX design, preferably in a financial, fintech, or enterprise software environment.

Skills & Tools

Design & Prototyping Tools:

• Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, InVision, Zeplin

Research & Testing:

• Usability Hub, Optimal Workshop, Hotjar, User Testing

Technical Knowledge:

• Understanding of HTML, CSS, responsive design, and how designs are implemented

• Familiarity with agile software development and design systems

UX Capabilities:

• Wireframing, prototyping, user flows, journey mapping

• Heuristic evaluation and usability testing

• Accessibility (WCAG), inclusive design principles

Key Responsibilities

• Design responsive, high-fidelity user interfaces for mobile banking apps and online banking portals.

• Translate product requirements into sitemaps, wireframes, prototypes, and polished UI designs.

• Conduct user research and usability testing to validate design decisions.

• Collaborate with product managers, developers, business analysts, and QA to ensure feasibility and alignment.

• Maintain and contribute to a centralized design system and UI component library.

• Apply design thinking principles and advocate for user-centered design practices.

• Ensure compliance with accessibility, usability, and regulatory requirements in the financial sector.

Please Note:
As all iqbusiness roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information; our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID, and qualification verification.

iqbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation, we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals