UI / UX Designer

MagicOrange is a globally recognized leader in the IT Financial Management Software market, as acknowledged by Gartner. With customers and a strong presence on four continents, we are a Software as a Service (SaaS) provider in a high-growth phase. Our mission is to empower individuals and organizations, making them more valuable through our innovative software solutions. 

Location: Durban, KwaZulu Natal 

Job Summary: 

The UX/UI Designer will enhance the usability and user experience of the MagicOrange product. The primary objective is to optimize the product's design by exploring various approaches to solve end-users' problems and ensure the best possible experience. 

You will work closely with business and technical teams to understand requirements and technical limitations, translating them into user-centric designs. This role involves conducting user research, creating sitemaps, user flows, customer journey maps, wireframes, mock-ups, and prototypes. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• User Research & Design:

• Conduct user research (e.g., interviews, surveys) and translate insights into actionable designs, including user flows, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes.

• Collaborative Design:

• Partner with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to create and refine solutions that meet user needs and business goals.

• User-Centered Approach:

• Apply a user-centered design methodology, iterating on designs based on user feedback.

• Prototyping & Testing:

• Develop interactive prototypes and conduct user testing to validate design decisions.

• Problem-Solving:

• Identify design challenges and deliver elegant, effective solutions that enhance usability.

• Cross-Device Optimization:

• Design and optimize for a wide range of devices and interfaces.

• Innovation & Risk-Taking:

• Propose and implement creative ideas to continuously improve the product's design.

Key Skills and Experience: 

• 5+ years of experience as a UX/UI Designer with a portfolio showcasing successful design projects.

• Strong proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD.

• Familiarity with user-centered design principles and methods.

• Knowledge of UI/UX design best practices for creating user-centric solutions.

• Excellent problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

• Experience working in an agile environment and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Understanding of responsive design and cross-platform user experiences.

• Knowledge of HTML/CSS and familiarity with front-end development principles is a plus.

Qualifications: 

• Education:

• Matric

• Degree or equivalent qualification required

What we offer: 

• Strong entrepreneurial spirit. The ability to make an impact and see the rewards of your efforts.

• Ongoing training on the latest technologies to aid automation for accountants.

• Be part of a high growth industry and product.

• A challenging career in an innovative company.

• Opportunity to influence, working in an open climate, close to decision makers at large blue-chip enterprise with the possibility to make a difference.

• A competitive remuneration package, with flexible pension options.

MagicOrange is an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We value and appreciate the diverse contributions and perspectives of all our employees.