Senior UX/UI Designer (HOURS: 3PM-11PM SAST)

at  GoCanvas

The Role, UX/UI Designer

• This position is open to South Africa applicants only

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 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 recruiting@gocanvas.com.
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.

The Role, UX/UI Designer

• This position is open to South Africa applicants onl

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 yo

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 tool