Mid-Level UI/UX Engineer

RPO Recruitment

  • Gauteng
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
RPO's client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Mid-Level UI/UX Engineer to join their dynamic and mission-driven team based in South Africa. This is a rare opportunity to work with an ambitious edtech company that is transforming how learners across experience coding, robotics, and other future-ready subjects. If you're passionate about purposeful design, technology for good, and education innovation, this could be your next big move.Duties & ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement intuitive, accessible user interfaces for both web and mobile platformsCollaborate with product managers, developers, educators, and stakeholders to create user-centered solutionsConduct user research, create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes in FigmaBuild responsive, clean, and lightweight interfaces using React or similar frameworksEnsure accessibility (WCAG standards) and seamless experiences for users with varying levels of digital literacyGuide and mentor junior frontend developers, ensure quality standards and team alignmentParticipate in code reviews, enforce frontend development best practicesIntegrate APIs and collaborate with backend developers to ensure smooth functionalityContinuously iterate and improve UI/UX based on user feedback and real-world use casesMaintain consistency with the brand while championing functional, beautiful designMinimum RequirementsBachelor's Degree or certification in Experience Design, Information Science, or Computer Science4-6 years of experience in both UI/UX design and frontend web developmentStrong experience with ReactJS, Redux/Context API, RESTful APIsHigh proficiency with Figma, HTML/CSS, and responsive design principlesWorking knowledge of TypeScript, Git, Webpack, and modern dev toolchainsPortfolio demonstrating user-friendly, clean design across platforms (web or app)Experience designing for low-resource environments or educational tech is a strong advantageExcellent communication, planning, and collaboration skillsComfortable working in hybrid or in-office setupReady to take on a challenge and join a dynamic team?RPO Recruitment can help you secure your next opportunity.
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