UX Designer

Durban Full-time R30,000 - R40,000 / Month
(R360,000 - R480,000 / Year)

Job Description

We are on the lookout for a skilled UX Designer to join our dynamic team in Durban. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of user experience principles and be adept at creating intuitive and engaging designs. You will collaborate closely with product teams and stakeholders to enhance usability and provide a seamless user journey.

Responsibilities

  • Lead user research initiatives to understand user needs and challenges.
  • Design and test wireframes and prototypes to validate design concepts with users.
  • Ensure designs are aligned with both business objectives and user needs.
  • Facilitate workshops with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide design alternatives.
  • Document design processes, decisions, and user flows for future reference.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to iterate on design solutions based on user feedback.
  • Assess and analyze key performance metrics to gauge the success of design improvements.
  • Mentor junior designers and support their professional growth.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in UX Design or a related field
  • Master's degree in a relevant field is a plus
Experience
  • 4-6 years of experience in UX/UI design
Technical Skills
  • Usability Testing
  • Design Thinking
Soft Skills
  • Empathy
  • Team Work
Languages
  • English: Fluent
  • Afrikaans: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with Accessibility Standards: Knowledge of WCAG guidelines to enhance product accessibility.
  • Proficiency in Animation Tools: Experience using animation tools like After Effects to create design prototypes.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous leave policies including maternity and paternity leave
  • Access to continuous learning resources
  • Employee discounts on products and services

Company Culture

  • Diversity: We celebrate diversity and aim to build an inclusive team culture.
  • Continuous Learning: We promote continuous learning and personal development for all employees.
  • Community Impact: We are committed to making a positive impact within our community.
Status: Closed