UX/UI Designer

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development

Conferences and training

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and user-centric UX/UI Designer to join their fully remote team. You will lead the entire design process from user research and wireframes to high‑fidelity visual design, shaping intuitive experiences for web and mobile.

You will collaborate with product managers and developers, translate complex requirements into elegant interfaces, and iterate based on usability testing and feedback.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles.
• Experience with usability testing and user research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and create personas to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Design intuitive UI aligned with brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers to implement designs.
• Iterate designs based on feedback and usability data.
• Stay updated on UX/UI trends and best practices.

Skills

UX/UI design

Portfolio

Prototyping

Communication

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and user-centric UX/UI Designer to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This role is instrumental in shaping intuitive and engaging digital experiences for our users. You will be responsible for the entire design process, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and high-fidelity visual design, ensuring seamless interaction and aesthetic appeal. We are seeking a designer who is passionate about problem-solving, deeply understands user behavior, and can translate complex requirements into elegant, user-friendly interfaces, contributing to our innovative digital products.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, persona development, and user journey mapping to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, user flows, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces that align with brand guidelines and enhance user satisfaction.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure design feasibility and implementation.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, usability testing, and performance data.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UX/UI design trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful design projects.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, and interaction design.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, especially in a fully remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• 100% remote work opportunity, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional development, conferences, and training.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture focused on user experience excellence.