UX Designer

Durban FULL TIME R25,000 - R37,500 / Month
(R300,000 - R450,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a UX Designer at Innovative Design Co., you’ll have the opportunity to create stunning interfaces and solutions that prioritize user experience across various platforms. You will work closely with product managers and developers to deliver engaging designs that drive satisfaction and enhance usability.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and improve designs.
  • Collaborate with product management and engineering teams to define user experience goals.
  • Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that align with user needs.
  • Develop user personas and journey maps based on research findings.
  • Ensure design consistency across products while implementing best practices.
  • Iterate on designs based on feedback from users and stakeholders.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends to inspire design thinking.
  • Communicate design rationale effectively to team members and stakeholders.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in UX Design, Communication Design, or similar
  • Relevant UX certifications are preferred
Experience
  • 4+ years of experience in UX/UI design within a tech environment
Technical Skills
  • Sketch
  • Prototyping Tools
Soft Skills
  • Team Player
  • Critical Thinking
Certifications
  • Certified Usability Analyst
  • Google UX Design Certificate
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with Accessibility Standards: Familiarity with WCAG and creating designs accessible to all users.
  • Understanding of Front-end Development: Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to collaborate better with development teams.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with performance bonuses
  • Medical Aid and Retirement Fund
  • Flexible working hours
  • Opportunity for career progression and professional development.

Company Culture

  • Creativity: We encourage creative thinking and innovative design solutions in a supportive environment.
  • Team Collaboration: Teamwork is at the heart of our projects, fostering an inclusive work culture.
  • Continuous Improvement: We support continuous improvement initiatives for both the team and individual personal growth.
Status: Open