Bryanston: UI Designer posted by Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd

We are seeking a talented and creative UI Designer to join our team. As a UI Designer, you will be responsible for creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces for digital products. You will work closely with our development team, product managers, and stakeholders to ensure that applications have an intuitive and engaging user experience.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and understand user requirements and translate them into visually stunning interface designs.
• Design user interfaces for applications, ensuring a seamless and intuitive user experience.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and mockups to effectively communicate design ideas and concepts.
• Develop and maintain design guidelines, style guides, and UI patterns to ensure consistency across our digital products.
• Collaborate with developers to implement and refine UI designs, ensuring feasibility and optimal user experience.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and make iterative improvements to designs.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, techniques, and technologies, and apply them to enhance the visual appeal and usability of our applications.
• Work closely with the front-end development team to ensure seamless integration of design elements and optimal performance.
• Collaborate with the back-end development team to understand technical requirements and constraints for UI implementation.
• Utilize cloud technologies, specifically Google Cloud, to optimize the performance and scalability of our applications.

Requirements:

• Matric/ Grade 12
• Relevant design related degree from an accredited institution.
• 5 years of proven work experience as a UI Designer or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing your design skills and projects.
• Graphic design experience
• Proficiency in design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, InDesign, or other visual design and wire-framing tools.
• Solid knowledge of front-end technologies, including Flutter, Angular, and React.
• Familiarity with back-end technologies such as Node, Spring, and .NET Core.
• Experience with cloud platforms, with a primary focus on Google Cloud.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present and explain design concepts clearly and persuasively.

Join a dynamic team and contribute to the creation of innovative and user-centric digital experiences. Apply now and be part of this exciting journey!