Job Description
About the Role
A leading South African e-commerce retailer is seeking a highly skilled UX Design Lead to drive user experience strategy across its digital platforms. This role is ideal for a design-focused professional who combines creativity, technical skill, and data-driven decision-making. You will be responsible for guiding UX design direction, evolving the design system, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless and intuitive user experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead UX and UI design for web and mobile platforms, ensuring consistency with brand standards.
- Oversee design experimentation, including A/B testing and data analysis, to support continuous UX improvement.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and marketing teams to drive successful implementation of designs.
- Maintain and enhance the design system to support scalable, consistent design practices.
- Use Excel and other analytical tools to interpret data and measure the success of design decisions.
- Stay informed on UX/UI trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
Requirements
- Minimum 3-year tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Design, Visual Communication, or a closely related field.
- At least 2 years of professional experience in UX design, with a portfolio demonstrating both web and mobile UX work.
- Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Working knowledge of Excel for analysing design experiment data.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork abilities.
- High attention to detail with the ability to deliver polished, pixel-perfect design outputs.
- Strong problem-solving skills with awareness of balancing user needs and business objectives.
Preferred Skills
- Understanding of UX principles and user-centred design methodologies.
- Experience conducting usability tests and user research.
- Familiarity with component-based design and design systems.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary aligned with experience (R40 000 R45 000).
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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