Junior UI/UX Designer

Job Description

• As a UI/UX Designer at Synnefa, you will play a critical role in conceptualizing, designing, and refining user interfaces for various digital platforms. Your designs will not only be aesthetically pleasing but also user-centric, ensuring a seamless and delightful user experience. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and developers, to transform concepts into elegant and functional interfaces.

Key Responsibilities:

• User-Centered Design: Create user interfaces that prioritize user needs, preferences, and behaviors through research and user testing.
• Wireframing and Prototyping: Develop wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes to visualize and test design concepts.
• Visual Design: Craft visually appealing and on-brand designs for web and mobile applications, considering color schemes, typography, and iconography.
• Information Architecture: Organize and structure information in an intuitive manner for easy navigation and understanding.
• User Research: Conduct user research, surveys, and usability tests to gather insights and refine designs based on user feedback.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Work closely with product managers and developers to ensure designs are feasible and well-implemented.
• Mobile Responsiveness: Create responsive designs that adapt to different devices and screen sizes.
• Accessibility: Ensure that designs meet accessibility standards to accommodate users with disabilities.
• Design Documentation: Provide comprehensive design documentation, including design specifications, style guides, and design assets.
• Stay Current: Stay up-to-date with design trends, industry best practices, and emerging design tools and technologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of professional experience in UI/UX design.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools, such as Adobe XD, Sketch, Figma, or similar.
• Strong portfolio showcasing your work and design process.
• Knowledge of user-centered design principles, usability, and accessibility.
• Familiarity with design systems and style guides.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for creating outstanding user experiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team and accept constructive feedback.

Preferred Skills (not required but a plus):

• Experience with motion design and interaction animations.
• Front-end development knowledge (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with user testing methodologies and tools.
• Experience with designing for SaaS, mobile apps, e-commerce, or other specific domains.