Cellulant - Freelance UX/UI Designer

UX Designer is needed in Nairobi, Kenya.

Client: Cellulant

Location: Kenya

Contract: undefined

Job Description

Cellulant is seeking a talented and experienced Freelance UX/UI Designer to collaborate on various exciting digital payment and consumer-facing product initiatives. This 100% remote role offers the flexibility to work on high-impact projects, shaping intuitive and engaging user experiences for our diverse African markets. You will be instrumental in transforming complex ideas into user-friendly interfaces, contributing directly to the success of our innovative platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, interviews, and usability testing to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Create wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows, and sitemaps to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas.
• Design intuitive and aesthetically pleasing user interfaces for web and mobile applications, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines.
• Develop prototypes to test and iterate on design solutions.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle.
• Present and defend design decisions to project teams and stakeholders.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UX/UI trends, techniques, and technologies.

Requirements

Required Skills

• Proven UX/UI design experience with a strong portfolio showcasing a variety of projects.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD).
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, and usability best practices.
• Experience conducting user research and translating insights into design solutions.
• Strong visual design skills with an excellent eye for typography, color, and layout.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing for fintech, e-commerce, or mobile payment platforms.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript capabilities.
• Experience with motion design or animation for user interfaces.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.