Senior UX Designer
We are a dynamic team specialising in creating innovative digital solutions for start-ups across New Zealand, the UAE, and Australia. Our mission is to bring compelling, user-friendly, and visually engaging digital products to life. We are looking for a talented Senior UX/UI Designer to join us on this exciting journey.
Job Overview:
As a Senior UX/UI Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping both the user experience and user interface of new and exciting digital products. You’ll lead design efforts on high-impact projects, collaborating closely with our team to translate insights into intuitive, aesthetically pleasing, and highly effective digital experiences. This role is perfect for a design-oriented individual with a strategic mindset, who thrives on innovation and enjoys solving complex design challenges.
Responsibilities:
- Strategic Thinking: Collaborate on project strategy, providing design insights that align with business goals and user needs. Shape the product’s direction by driving user-centered design processes from ideation to execution.
- UI Design: Craft visually appealing, consistent, and scalable interfaces that enhance the overall user experience. Ensure design consistency across different platforms and devices.
- Design Execution: Apply and uphold design standards, ensuring a cohesive look and feel across all deliverables.
- User-Centered Design: Lead customer discovery and user testing sessions to uncover insights and inform design decisions, creating solutions that genuinely meet user needs.
- Prototyping: Develop wireframes, high-fidelity prototypes, and user flows that clearly communicate design intent and user interaction.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers and business stakeholders, to ensure that design solutions are effectively implemented and aligned with the overall product vision.
- Information Architecture: Create IA diagrams, user journeys, and other artifacts to build shared understanding across teams.
- Continuous Improvement: Review and refine existing designs, suggesting ways to simplify and enhance the user experience, keeping both UX and UI in mind.
Qualifications:
- Curiosity and Insight: A passion for understanding user behaviour, business objectives, and the latest design trends. Ability to translate insights into actionable ideas and strategic design solutions.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced experience with wireframing and UI design tools such as Figma or Sketch. Ability to quickly create and iterate on high-fidelity designs and prototypes.
- UI/UX Design Expertise: A strong portfolio showcasing your ability to design visually engaging, user-friendly interfaces, along with an understanding of how design impacts overall user experience.
- Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating polished, pixel-perfect designs. Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects.
- Initiative and Leadership: A self-motivated designer who takes initiative and is comfortable leading design discussions and decision-making processes. Experience in mentoring or guiding junior designers is a plus.
- Collaboration and Communication: Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey design concepts and strategic ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience:
- Professional Background: At least 4 years of experience in UX/UI design, with proven experience in crafting digital products across multiple platforms.
- Senior Designer Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead projects from discovery to delivery, balancing creativity with strategic thinking to achieve business goals.
- Tool Proficiency: Proficient in design tools like Figma. Familiarity with no-code platforms like Webflow, Bubble, or Elementor would be a strong advantage.
What We Offer:
- 4-Day Workweek: Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule with our 4-day workweek, giving you more time for personal pursuits and rest.
- Flexible Work Environment: Remote work options in a team that values creativity, innovation, and work-life balance.
- Growth Opportunities: Engage in diverse projects that offer ample opportunity for professional growth, from early-stage start-ups to established ventures.
- Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that encourages experimentation, continuous learning, and the freedom to explore new ideas and approaches.
If you’re a senior-level designer looking to make an impact on exciting digital projects and collaborate with a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!