Offer summary

Qualifications:

5+ years of professional development experience in UX/UI design., Proficiency in design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite., Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript., Excellent communication and presentation skills with a compelling design portfolio..

Key responsabilities:

Conduct user research and analyze feedback to inform design decisions.

Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for design concepts.

Collaborate with developers and product managers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.

Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes.

Job description

The Role, Senior UX/UI Designer
-This position is open to South Africa applicants only.
-The required working hours are 3pm-11pm South Africa Standard Time.

We are looking for a Senior UX/UI Designer who will be responsible for leading the design efforts across our product portfolio. This role involves working closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to create intuitive, user-centric designs that enhance the user experience and meet business goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both UX and UI design, a passion for solving complex problems, and experience working in an agile environment.

You should be excited about experimenting and pushing boundaries. Our ideal teammates are constantly looking to learn something new and become better at what they do — whether that means doing self-driven research or asking the other individuals questions where they are most knowledgeable.

What You Bring:
You will need to wear many hats and be able to strategically work with your team to successfully deliver solutions to our customers. You should be excited to mentor, influence, and contribute to a team, as well as be an expert in at least one language or domain.

5+ years of professional development experience
Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.
Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Experience with user research methods and usability testing
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
A compelling portfolio showcasing your UX/UI design process and projects
Examples of user research, wireframes, prototypes, and final designs
A passion for solving customer problems with a team that’s just as passionate as you

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct user research, including user interviews, surveys, and usability testing
Analyze user feedback and behavior to inform design decisions
Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups to illustrate design concepts
Define information architecture and interaction design
Develop visually appealing and consistent UI components and patterns
Maintain and evolve our design system
Collaborate with developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs
Work closely with product managers to understand requirements and prioritize design tasks
Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders and gather feedback
Participate in agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in UX/UI design
Contribute to the continuous improvement of our design processes and tools

Extra Credit:

Experience with architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industries
Experience with designing for SaaS products
Knowledge of design systems

What GoCanvas Brings:
We believe culture eats strategy for breakfast and that hiring the right people is THE most important thing we do. That’s why we take our company values so seriously and look for these traits in everyone we hire: Empathy, Innovation, Authenticity, Impactful, Team Player, and Cheeky/Fun Loving. We believe in giving people the freedom to get things done, but that they should also have accountability for their key metrics, think and act like owners of our business and be able to work in a flat organizational structure. We provide an environment that allows for innovation and creativity as well as a chance for highly motivated individuals to have fun at work. While we believe culture trumps perks, we are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet our team members’ needs.

South Africa Benefits:

Competitive Compensation
Medical plan
EAP Program
Remote working flexibility
3 days Family Responsibility Leave
12 Days Sick Leave
15 Days’ Vacation Leave
13 Company-Paid Holidays

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be!

If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with us, please email [email protected].

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in South Africa. However, we are not able to sponsor visas in the US or South Africa.

This role is a #LI-Remote opportunity.

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