1,225 Lead Ux Ui Designer jobs in Kenya
Lead UX/UI Designer - User Experience Specialist
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client is looking for a talented and innovative Lead UX/UI Designer to champion user experience across their digital products. This is a fully remote position, providing the flexibility to create exceptional user interfaces from anywhere. You will be responsible for leading the design process, from user research and wireframing to high-fidelity prototyping and final visual design. Your role will involve collaborating closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to translate user needs and business requirements into intuitive and engaging digital experiences. You will oversee the design system, ensure consistency in user interface elements, and conduct user testing to gather feedback and iterate on designs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in UX/UI design principles, user-centered design methodologies, and a deep understanding of current design trends and best practices. Proficiency with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD is essential. You will be expected to mentor junior designers, provide constructive feedback, and advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle. This position requires excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. You will play a critical role in shaping the user experience of our client's products and driving customer satisfaction. This remote role requires a self-motivated individual with a passion for creating seamless and delightful user journeys. We are seeking a creative leader who can inspire the design team and deliver outstanding visual and interactive solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful projects and elevate the user experience of innovative digital products. If you are a skilled designer with a passion for UX/UI excellence, we encourage you to apply.
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Our client is seeking a visionary Lead UX/UI Designer to shape the user experience of their cutting-edge digital products. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your creative talents from anywhere. You will be responsible for leading the design process from concept to launch, translating complex user needs into intuitive and engaging interfaces. Your role will involve conducting user research, creating wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups, and defining the visual design language across all platforms. You will collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure design solutions align with business objectives and technical feasibility. A key aspect of this role is mentoring and guiding junior designers, fostering a culture of design excellence and innovation within the team. You will advocate for user-centered design principles and conduct usability testing to iterate and refine designs. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in both UX research and UI design across web and mobile applications. Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD is essential. You should possess excellent visual design skills, a deep understanding of user psychology, and a passion for creating seamless and delightful user experiences. This position offers a unique opportunity to have a significant impact on the direction of our product development and user engagement in **Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE**. We are looking for a proactive, collaborative individual with strong leadership qualities and the ability to inspire creative solutions. Your ability to communicate design decisions effectively and advocate for the user will be paramount to your success. This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance user needs with business goals and deliver exceptional design outcomes.
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Job Description
Our client is looking for a visionary Lead UI/UX Designer to spearhead the design direction for their digital products. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to cutting-edge digital experiences. You will be responsible for translating complex user needs into intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing interfaces. Your role will encompass the entire design process, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and final visual design. You will lead a team of designers, providing mentorship, feedback, and ensuring design consistency across all platforms. We expect you to champion user-centered design principles and advocate for the user in all product development decisions. This involves conducting user interviews, usability testing, and analyzing user feedback to inform design iterations. Collaboration is key; you will work closely with product managers, developers, and marketing teams to ensure design solutions align with business goals and technical feasibility. You will be expected to create style guides, design systems, and component libraries to maintain brand consistency and accelerate development. Developing high-fidelity prototypes that effectively communicate design intent and user flows will be a core responsibility. Your portfolio should showcase a strong understanding of interaction design, visual design, and user research methodologies. Experience with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping tools is essential. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in UI/UX design, with at least 2 years in a leadership or senior role. A Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred. Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills are a must. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the user experience of our digital offerings, driving user satisfaction and engagement. The opportunity to lead design initiatives in a supportive remote environment makes this an exciting prospect for talented designers. The target location for this role, while remote, is **Malindi, Kilifi, KE**, enabling us to tap into local creative talent.
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User Interface Engineer
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UI/UX Engineer (Nairobi – Remote)
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya (Remote OK)
Company:
Fusion Labs
Job Type:
Full-Time
Experience Level:
Mid to Senior
About the Role
Fusion Labs is looking for a UI/UX Engineer to design and build beautiful, functional, and scalable user interfaces across mobile and web platforms. You'll play a central role in shaping how users interact with our products — from concept and prototyping to production-ready implementation. You'll collaborate closely with engineering to ensure design and code quality meet production standards.
Responsibilities
- Create and iterate on product designs using
Figma - Translate designs into responsive, production-ready components in
React Native (Expo)
and
- Leverage
TailwindCSS
and
shadcn/ui
for consistent, scalable design systems - Collaborate with backend and frontend developers to ensure seamless user experiences
- Implement
Expo modules
for native functionality (Android with Kotlin/Java, iOS with Swift) when required - Maintain high code quality with
TypeScript, ESLint, Husky
, and other tooling - Conduct design reviews, usability testing, and contribute to improving design and engineering workflows
Required Skills
- Strong proficiency in
Figma
(design systems, prototyping, handoff) - Solid experience with
React Native
(Expo) and
- Proficiency in
TypeScript
for production-grade code - Familiarity with
TailwindCSS
and
shadcn/ui
for rapid UI development - Experience with
Expo modules
and bridging to native code when needed - Understanding of accessibility, responsiveness, and performance in UI/UX
- Familiarity with
linting, pre-commit hooks, and code quality tools
Bonus Points
- Strong design portfolio showcasing
mobile and web app designs - Experience working in
fast-moving product or startup environments - Knowledge of
animations, transitions, and micro-interactions
that elevate UX - Ability to balance
user needs
with
engineering constraints - Experience working independently and collaborating asynchronously
What We Offer
- Remote flexibility (within Nairobi)
- High-impact work on real products shaping digital experiences
- Opportunity to influence both
design systems
and
front-end architecture - Potential for long-term collaboration and growth within Fusion Labs
How to Apply
Submit your
CV
,
GitHub/portfolio
, and
Figma design samples
via LinkedIn or email us at
. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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User Interface Designer
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Why continue searching for work when you can create jobs and become a leader?
We're looking for UI/UX Figma Interns to join our fast-growing visionary tech ecosystem — Merxpress Nexus
Merxpress Nexus is a revolutionary project redefining how humans interact with technology merging e-commerce, fintech, agritech, real estate, media, and AI into one intelligent platform built to save humanity and make life easier.
This is more than an internship. It's a journey to design the future to imagine, sketch, and shape how millions will experience the next evolution of the digital world.
As a UI/UX intern, you will:
Work on real products that integrate technology and emotion.
Collaborate with passionate innovators from diverse fields.
Develop futuristic design systems powered by empathy and intelligence.
Build your portfolio with a brand that's changing how the world connects.
Benefits:
Gain hands-on experience on a global project.
Learn directly from founders and visionary leaders.
Get full credit and recognition for your design contributions.
Top-performing interns will become long-term partners and official members of the Merxpress design and innovation team.
Note: This is not a salary-based internship it's an opportunity to grow with a movement that's building something revolutionary. Those who show creativity, discipline, and passion will become an integral part of the company's journey as it expands.
If you believe in innovation, creativity, and impact —
Join us. Let's create the future together.
Yours faithfully,
Ryan Nkosilati Malambo
Founder, Merxpress Nexus
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Lead UX/UI Designer & Strategist
Posted 16 days ago
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Our client is looking for a highly creative and experienced Lead UX/UI Designer & Strategist to spearhead their digital product design efforts. This is a fully remote role where you will be responsible for defining and driving the user experience strategy across all digital platforms, ensuring intuitive, engaging, and visually stunning interfaces. You will lead a talented team of designers, guiding them through the entire design process from user research and wireframing to high-fidelity prototyping and final asset delivery. Your responsibilities will include conducting user research, creating user personas, mapping user journeys, and translating insights into actionable design recommendations. You will champion user-centered design principles throughout the organization and collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and marketing teams to ensure design integrity and successful product launches. The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional UX/UI design skills, a strategic mindset, and a deep understanding of user psychology and interaction design. You should be adept at using industry-standard design tools and have a passion for creating seamless digital experiences. This role requires excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills, as well as the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, remote environment. You will be expected to mentor junior designers, foster a collaborative design culture, and stay ahead of design trends and emerging technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the user experience of innovative digital products. The job location is within the broader geographical area of **Naivasha, Nakuru, KE**, however, the role is entirely remote.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design process for digital products.
- Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing.
- Create user personas, journey maps, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
- Develop and maintain design systems and style guides.
- Collaborate with product managers and engineering teams to define product requirements and deliver exceptional user experiences.
- Champion user-centered design principles and best practices.
- Mentor and guide junior UX/UI designers.
- Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders.
- Stay current with industry trends, tools, and technologies in UX/UI design.
- Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in UX/UI design, with a proven track record of designing successful digital products.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in user research, interaction design, visual design, and prototyping.
- Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision.
- Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
- Understanding of front-end development principles (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven leadership and team management abilities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment.
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Lead UX/UI Designer (Remote)
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a fast-paced technology company at the forefront of digital innovation, is seeking an exceptional Lead UX/UI Designer to spearhead their fully remote design team. This role is critical in shaping the user experience and interface design for a suite of cutting-edge digital products. The ideal candidate will possess a compelling portfolio showcasing extensive experience in user research, wireframing, prototyping, visual design, and usability testing. You will be responsible for leading the design process from concept to completion, ensuring intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing user interfaces that meet both user needs and business goals. Your duties will include collaborating closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate complex requirements into elegant and functional design solutions. You will conduct user interviews, usability tests, and data analysis to inform design decisions and advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, the ability to mentor and guide junior designers, and a deep understanding of design thinking principles and agile methodologies. Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD) is mandatory. This position requires excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate design rationale effectively. As a remote leader, you will foster a collaborative and creative design environment, ensuring seamless communication and workflow within a distributed team. You will champion design best practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and standards. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned UX/UI professional to make a significant impact on product design and user satisfaction for a dynamic and innovative company, all while enjoying the flexibility of a remote work arrangement. Your ability to balance user needs with business objectives will be key to success.
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Lead UX/UI Designer - Mobile Applications
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, an innovative tech company specializing in user-centric mobile applications, is looking for a talented Lead UX/UI Designer to shape the user experience of their flagship products. This is a full-time, fully remote position, offering the opportunity to lead design initiatives from your home office. You will be responsible for the entire design process, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and high-fidelity visual design, ensuring intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing interfaces for both iOS and Android platforms. Your leadership will guide the design team and influence product development strategies.
Key responsibilities include conducting user research, creating user personas and journey maps, developing intuitive navigation systems, designing visually compelling interfaces, and producing detailed design specifications for development teams. You will collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to translate user needs and business requirements into seamless and delightful user experiences. You will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining design systems, conducting usability testing, and staying ahead of UX/UI trends and best practices. Mentoring junior designers and advocating for user-centered design principles within the organization are also key aspects of this role.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. A minimum of 6 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in mobile application design, is required. Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, and user research methodologies is essential. Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills are necessary to effectively articulate design decisions and lead design discussions. This remote role is perfect for a creative problem-solver who thrives in a collaborative, virtual environment. The job location is fully remote.
Key responsibilities include conducting user research, creating user personas and journey maps, developing intuitive navigation systems, designing visually compelling interfaces, and producing detailed design specifications for development teams. You will collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to translate user needs and business requirements into seamless and delightful user experiences. You will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining design systems, conducting usability testing, and staying ahead of UX/UI trends and best practices. Mentoring junior designers and advocating for user-centered design principles within the organization are also key aspects of this role.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. A minimum of 6 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in mobile application design, is required. Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, and user research methodologies is essential. Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills are necessary to effectively articulate design decisions and lead design discussions. This remote role is perfect for a creative problem-solver who thrives in a collaborative, virtual environment. The job location is fully remote.
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Lead UX/UI Designer - Immersive Experiences
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client is seeking an exceptional Lead UX/UI Designer to spearhead the design of innovative and engaging digital experiences. This is a fully remote role, empowering you to shape intuitive user interfaces and seamless user journeys for a diverse range of digital products. You will play a pivotal role in defining design strategies, leading a team of talented designers, and ensuring that our client's products are not only visually stunning but also highly functional and user-centric. This remote-first position demands a strong portfolio, a passion for user-centered design, and the ability to collaborate effectively across distributed teams.The role is entirely remote, focusing on creating cutting-edge digital experiences for a global user base.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This is a fantastic opportunity for a visionary designer to shape the user experience of next-generation digital products within a highly collaborative and fully remote setting. If you are passionate about creating intuitive and impactful digital interfaces, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the entire design process from concept to final implementation, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity UI design.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive design system and style guide to ensure consistency across all products.
- Conduct user research, usability testing, and A/B testing to gather insights and inform design decisions.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into elegant design solutions.
- Mentor and guide junior designers, providing constructive feedback and fostering a collaborative design environment.
- Champion user-centered design principles throughout the organization.
- Create compelling user flows, wireframes, and interactive prototypes to effectively communicate design concepts.
- Ensure the accessibility and usability of all digital products, adhering to WCAG guidelines.
- Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies in UX/UI design, particularly in areas like AR/VR and interactive media.
- Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders and executive teams.
- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality.
- Optimize designs based on user feedback and performance data.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field.
- A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional UX/UI design work, particularly for complex digital applications or immersive experiences.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in UX/UI design, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
- Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.
- Deep understanding of user-centered design methodologies, interaction design principles, and visual design best practices.
- Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, adept at collaborating within a remote team.
- Experience with animation or motion design is a plus.
- Familiarity with front-end development principles (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is beneficial.
- Proven ability to lead and inspire a design team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a visionary designer to shape the user experience of next-generation digital products within a highly collaborative and fully remote setting. If you are passionate about creating intuitive and impactful digital interfaces, we encourage you to apply.
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Lead UX/UI Designer - SaaS Platforms
Posted 1 day ago
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Our client is a rapidly growing technology firm seeking a talented and visionary Lead UX/UI Designer to spearhead the design of their innovative SaaS platforms. This is a fully remote position, offering the chance to shape user experiences from anywhere. You will be instrumental in defining and executing the design strategy for our suite of products, ensuring they are intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of user-centered design principles, a keen eye for aesthetics, and a proven track record of designing successful digital products.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the entire design process from concept to execution, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity visual design.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive design system to ensure consistency across all product interfaces.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to translate complex requirements into elegant user experiences.
- Conduct user research, usability testing, and A/B testing to gather insights and validate design decisions.
- Create intuitive user flows, wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
- Champion user advocacy throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative design culture.
- Stay current with the latest UX/UI trends, techniques, and technologies.
- Present design concepts and rationale clearly and persuasively to stakeholders.
- Define and track key design metrics to measure the success of user experiences.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio showcasing complex web applications and SaaS products.
- Expertise in industry-standard design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, or similar.
- Deep understanding of user-centered design methodologies, information architecture, and interaction design principles.
- Proven experience conducting user research and usability testing.
- Excellent visual design skills with a strong sense of typography, color, and layout.
- Experience building and managing design systems.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with remote teams.
- Ability to articulate design decisions and rationale clearly.
- Experience in agile development environments is a plus.
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