UX Designer

 

UX (User Experience) design focuses on the online interaction between human users (like you and me) and a company selling a product via their website or app. A career in UX design will allow you to explore various industries by creating fantastic user experiences.

What is a UX Designer?

UX designers create a seamless online user journey by combining market research, strategy and design. Their main objective is to give an online user a great experience when visiting a website or using an app. A UX designer must visualise and focus on how the experience would make a user feel and also consider making it easy and simple for the user to accomplish their desired tasks.

 

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UX Designer Job Description

UX Designer Job Overview

The UX designer uses their creative expertise and technical knowledge to create a satisfying experience for users of a product. To be successful in this job, a UX designer would generally possess solid problem-solving skills and creative and technical skills. Typical focus areas may include visual design and development, branding, content, technical support, and user research.

Responsibilities and skills of a UX Designer

It is often essential and advantageous for UX designers to understand graphic design and web technologies. Experience using wireframing tools such as Adobe XD or Figma is usually required.

• Design graphic user interface elements
• Conduct usability testing
• Develop UI mock-ups and prototypes that illustrate how sites function
• Build page navigation buttons and search fields
• Follow style standards on images, colours and fonts
• Define interaction models, user task flows, and UI (user interface) specifications
• Conduct competitor and customer analysis
• Consult with clients to understand their goals
• Provide feedback on user research findings to internal and external stakeholders

Skills:

• Have an artistic eye for design
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Think creatively
• Excellent IT and programming skills
• Organisational, time and project management skills
• Pay attention to detail
• Have a basic understanding of the latest UX design trends
• Professional approach to time, costs and deadlines
• Flexibility and adjusting to new technologies quickly is a plus
• An understanding of the basics of languages like HTML, CSS and JavaScript is advantageous

UX Designer Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in visual design is not always essential, but having an impressive portfolio displaying previous design projects will surely let you stand out amongst competitors. It is a good idea to work on projects that bring out the best of your skills, even if they’re personal or unpaid.

• BSc in Computer Science, Design or relevant field
• Experience as a UI/UX Designer or similar role
• History of design projects
• Current knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Experience wireframe tools, including InVision and Wireframe.cc
• Have a great team spirit
• Have strong communication skills
• Excellent time-management skills
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UX Designer Jobs currently open:

UI/UX Designer
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
Our client seeks a ux/UI designer to shape the digital realm with the precision of a master builder sworn to the crown.
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Senior UX Designer (Salesforce Experience Required)
Location: Johannesburg
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Graphic & UI|UX Designer (Hybrid)
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Salary: Cost to Company Salary
Exciting opportunity alert! A leading Software Development Company focusing on online games and iGaming products is on the lookout for a talented UI|ux designer to enhance their product teams.
12 days ago


UX Designer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 15 000
Are you an experienced ux professional ready to contribute to meaningful product experiences? Our client is looking for an Intermediate ux designer to join their collaborative and fast-growing team.
14 days ago


UI/UX Designer (CPT)
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Negotiable
Job description: Develop and improve the quality of our user experience with our digital platforms, through user research. Design software and platforms that meet our user’s needs. Be responsible for combining interfaces and workflows to enhance user experience. Ultimately responsible to making our digital offering more u...
19 days ago


UX Designer
Location: Cape Town
Salary: 750000 Annually
Our client is looking for the services of a ux designer to join their team in Tygerfalls. You should have at least 5 years experience in a ux or UI designer role. A strong portfolio is essential. Knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Send your CV now!
24 days ago


UI/UX Designer (Corporate Identity) (Contract) (Centurion Hybrid)
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26 days ago


UX Designer
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
Our client, a leading financial services organisation, is looking for a ux designer to join their team.
4 days ago


UI/UX Designer - 2 Year Contract
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: market related
The UI/ux designer is responsible for designing user interfaces and digital experiences, creating prototypes and wireframes, and ensuring usability and accessibility standards across web and mobile applications.
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Senior UI/UX Designer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
66 days ago