UX Designer, Digital Business

Sony Pictures; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in South Africa is seeking a UX Designer to lead user-centric design projects across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in modern design tools. This role offers an engaging environment focused on user-centric innovation and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Great workplace recognition

Diversity and inclusion programs

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of UX design experience in consumer-facing digital products.
• Proven expertise in user research and interaction design.
• Strong portfolio showcasing effective design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design of user-centric interfaces.
• Drive design processes from research to final interactions.
• Conduct and collaborate on usability testing.

Skills

UX design experience

User research

Interaction design

Proficiency in Figma

Strong communication skills

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

Career Opportunities: UX Designer, Digital Business (3251)

Requisition ID3251-Posted -Digital (0008)-Gurugram (1001)

• Lead end-to-end design of user-centric interfaces across multiple platforms (iOS, Android, Web, Smart TVs).
• Drive design processes from problem framing and research to final interactions.
• Uncover and map user intent, motivations, and pain points to craft effective user journeys.
• Conduct user research to inform design decisions with real insights.
• Conduct and/or collaborate on usability testing and rapid prototyping to validate ideas.
• Collaborate closely with product, research, tech, and content teams to ensure solutions align with both user needs and business goals.
• Advocate for user-centric design by presenting clear rationale and storytelling in cross-functional discussions.
• Deliver high-quality wireframes, flows, and prototypes with attention to detail and usability.

Key Requirements:

• 5+ years of UX design experience in consumer-facing digital products (OTT, e-commerce, fintech, apps, or large-scale platforms).
• Proven expertise in user research, journey mapping, and interaction design.
• Proficiency in modern design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, etc.).
• Strong portfolio showcasing ability to translate user intent into effective design solutions with measurable impact.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.

Sony Pictures Networks is home to some of India’s leading entertainment channels such as SET, SAB, MAX, PAL, PIX, Sony BBC Earth, Yay!, Sony Marathi, Sony SIX, Sony TEN, Sony TEN1, SONY Ten2, SONY TEN3, SONY TEN4, to name a few!

Our foray into the OTT space with one of the most promising streaming platforms, Sony LIV brings us one step closer to being a progressive digitally-led content powerhouse.

Our independent production venture- Studio Next has already made its mark with original content and IPs for TV and Digital Media.

But our quest to Go Beyond doesn’t end there. Neither does our search to find people who can take us there.

We focus on creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where we celebrate diversity with our Bring Your Own Self Philosophy and are recognised as a Great Place to Work.

- Great Place to Work Institute- Ranked as one of the Great Places to Work for since 5 years

- Included in the Hall of Fame as a part of the Working Mother & Avtar Best Companies for Women in India study- Ranked amongst 100 Best Companies for Women In India

- Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Award - Outstanding Learning Practices.

The biggest award of course is the thrill our employees feel when they can Tell Stories Beyond the Ordinary!

3. Relevant understanding of the industry & business

6. Takes Initiative/ Energizes others with his/her passion

7. Proactively seeks newer and better ways of operating

8. Displays " Can Do" energy/ Is resourceful and persistent in overcoming obstacles

9. Demonstrates accountability and is decisive in taking prudent risks/ Stretches to take risks that he/she believes in

10. Takes responsibility for failures and learns from them/Suggests improvements

11. Is comfortable taking hard calls and making decisions for own area

12. Empowers the team and supports new ideas and data

13. Requires minimal supervision and direction

14. Is a strong team player, owns & celebrates success of the team or a team member

15. Strives for excellence as an individual and as a team member

17. Anticipates & proactively drives change

18. Challenges status quo & pushes persistently for change, simplification & speed

19. Is respected & inspires respect

20. Is a willing listener/Frequently leverages others ideas to improve own work area

21. Operates with unyielding Integrity

22. Collaborates with others in an open and transparent manner

23. Does not hesitate to give timely and honest feedback