UI/UX Designer at Best Fit Human Resources

Job Role

A leading Software Design Studio in Johannesburg is looking for a UX/UI Designer to join their dynamic team. This company values collaboration and transparency, both with their employees and clients. They believe it’s not just about tech, it’s about people too – they aim to create great solutions by understanding the users and building lasting relationships.

The role entails:

• Oversee the conceptualization, design, and delivery of effective UI across a range of projects.
• Translating complex information and displaying it in the most practical and striking way (this includes plotting out mind maps, streamlining flows, constructing wire-frames, and skinning designs).
• Manage and maintain a library of design components.
• Design and maintain detailed UI design style guides for use across the company.
• Feel comfortable collaborating meaningfully with internal (and sometimes external) teams, providing files and support where necessary.
• Conduct and report back on UI design reviews as managed through the Creative Director.
• Work with developers and project managers to assess the impact of all UI design and usability
• Changes to ensure that all client sites and apps deliver the best experience possible.

Requirements

• 4 years’+ experience working in the UI/UX design industry.
• Strong understanding and experience with responsive/adaptive design for web and mobile experience.
• A strong portfolio that demonstrates an understanding of digital design and user experience.
• Good working knowledge of UX and interaction design.
• Excellent working knowledge of Invision, Sketch and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience of delivering UI designs to budget and deadlines, ensuring ROI.
• Adhere to expert knowledge of UI design principles and techniques.
• Excellent understanding of Sketch and Invision (similar programmes will be advantageous).
• Team player and not afraid of a bit of hard work and fun with colleagues. Ability to listen and closely work with colleagues and incorporate any feedback.
• Experience in interpreting designs to a very high standard and accuracy
• Experience in translating of UX wireframes to design.