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A leading company in Johannesburg is looking for a creative and detail-oriented UI / UX Designer to craft visually stunning digital experiences. In this role, you will own the design process, from user research to final implementation, ensuring consistent brand experiences across all platforms while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented UI / UX Designer to join our product team. The ideal candidate will craft intuitive, visually stunning digital experiences that delight users while driving business goals. You'll own the end-to-end design process - from research and wireframing to prototyping and final implementation - ensuring our products deliver exceptional user experiences across all platforms.
Key Responsibilities :
User-Centered Design :
Conduct user research (surveys, interviews, usability testing)
Develop user personas, journey maps, and information architecture
Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups
Implement responsive design principles across web and mobile
Maintain and evolve our design system and component library
Visual Design :
Design pixel-perfect interfaces with strong visual hierarchy
Create icons, illustrations, and micro-interactions
Ensure brand consistency across all digital touchpoints
Collaborate with developers for accurate design implementation
Produce design specifications and assets for development teams
Analyze user behavior through analytics and heatmaps
Conduct competitive analysis and industry benchmarking
Present design concepts to stakeholders with data-driven rationale
Iterate designs based on user feedback and testing results
Advocate for accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 compliance)
Required Skills & Technologies :
Core Design Tools :
Figma (advanced prototyping and auto-layout)
Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD)
Prototyping tools (Principle, ProtoPie, Framer)
User research tools (UserTesting, Hotjar, Optimal Workshop)
Technical Knowledge :
Animation tools (After Effects, Lottie)
Version control (Abstract, Figma branching)
UX Methodologies :
Design thinking frameworks
Usability heuristics evaluation
A / B testing methodologies
Accessibility compliance standards
Qualifications : Education :
Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, or related field
Experience :
5+ years professional UI / UX design experience
3+ shipped products in production environments
Experience working with cross-functional teams
Proven track record improving key UX metrics
Preferred Certifications :
NN / g UX Certification
Google UX Design Professional Certificate
IDF UX Design Certification
Soft Skills :
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Collaborative team player
Receptive to constructive feedback
Developer • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa