172 Lead Ux Ui Designer E Commerce Platforms jobs in Nairobi

• Lead the design process from concept to execution, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity visual design.
• Develop and maintain a consistent design language and style guide across all digital products.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and marketing teams to translate business requirements into compelling user experiences.
• Mentor and guide junior UI/UX designers, fostering a culture of design excellence and continuous improvement.
• Define and advocate for user-centered design principles throughout the organization.
• Analyze user behavior and metrics to identify areas for UX improvement.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders, effectively communicating design rationale.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and technologies.
• Oversee the creation of visually appealing and functional interfaces for web and mobile applications.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in UI/UX design, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Proven experience designing complex e-commerce platforms or high-traffic web applications.
• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional UI/UX design skills, user research, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, InVision, etc.
• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and visual design best practices.
• Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and interpreting analytics data.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• Experience leading and mentoring a design team is essential.

• Lead the entire design process from concept to execution for web and mobile e-commerce applications.
• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and persona development, to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Create user flows, wireframes, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups using industry-standard tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD).
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive design system and style guides to ensure brand consistency and design integrity across all platforms.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and marketing teams to translate business requirements into elegant and functional design solutions.
• Advocate for user-centered design principles and best practices throughout the organization.
• Conduct usability testing and iterate on designs based on feedback and data analysis.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a collaborative and creative team environment.
• Stay current with the latest UX/UI trends, technologies, and competitor activities in the e-commerce landscape.
• Present design concepts and rationale effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
• Contribute to defining the long-term product vision and strategy from a design perspective.
• Optimize existing user interfaces for improved engagement and conversion.

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.

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

2-Week Project, Remote — Nairobi County, Kenya

Company Description:

Power Values
is a human-performance company at the intersection of
behavioral science, coaching, and AI
. Founded by
Jonathan Keim
, Chief Development Officer at
Robbins-Madanes Training
, the brand helps individuals and organizations align decisions with what matters most.

Through our
Power Values Quiz
,
AI coaching platform
, and
data-powered dashboards
, we turn values into measurable action that fuels both personal growth and organizational culture.

We're now expanding our product experience team to craft
intuitive, emotionally intelligent interfaces
that guide users—employees and leaders alike—through discovery, reflection, and transformation.

Role Description

This is a
remote, two-week research project
for a
User Experience Researcher
based in
Nairobi County, Kenya
.

The goal of this project is to conduct
user research and design exploration
for the upcoming
Power Values Leadership Dashboard
—a platform that helps organizations visualize alignment, engagement, and cultural health across teams.

You'll lead a focused research sprint, working closely with the design and product team to uncover how employees and leaders interact with value-based performance data, and translate those insights into actionable design recommendations.

Role Description

This is a
remote, two-week research project
for a
User Experience Researcher
based in
Nairobi County, Kenya
.

The goal of this project is to conduct
user research and design exploration
for the upcoming
Power Values Leadership Dashboard
—a platform that helps organizations visualize alignment, engagement, and cultural health across teams.

You'll lead a focused research sprint,
managing a small team of 1–2 research associates
, to uncover how employees and leaders interact with value-based performance data, and translate those insights into actionable design recommendations for the dashboard.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a
  two-week user research sprint
  , including
  qualitative and quantitative methods
  such as interviews, surveys, and usability tests
• Lead and mentor a small team (1–2 associates)
  in coordinating fieldwork, participant outreach, and data synthesis
• Conduct
  in-depth qualitative interviews
  with leaders and employees to uncover motivations, pain points, and behavioral patterns
• Analyze qualitative data to generate actionable insights and map user journeys related to culture, engagement, and alignment metrics
• Collaborate with product and design teams to translate research findings into data visualization concepts and interaction flows for the dashboard
• Deliver a
  final insights report and presentation
  , including user personas, journey maps, and early design concepts

Deliverables & Timeline

Week 1:
Research Planning & Data Collection

• Finalize research goals, participant criteria, and interview guides
• Conduct interviews and gather user feedback

Week 2:
Analysis & Dashboard Concept Development

• Synthesize insights into personas, pain points, and opportunity areas
• Present actionable recommendations and low-fidelity wireframes or design directions

Qualifications

• Strong skills in
  User Research, Human-Computer Interaction
  , and
  Design Thinking
• Experience designing or researching
  dashboards, analytics tools, or employee engagement systems
• Demonstrated ability to
  lead small teams
  and coordinate research projects under tight timelines
• Excellent
  analytical, storytelling, and presentation skills
• Ability to distill insights into
  clear, visual frameworks
  for product teams
• Empathetic, curious, and user-centered mindset with strong collaboration skills
• Bachelor's degree in
  Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Design
  , or a related field

Duration:
2 Weeks

Location:
Remote (Nairobi County, Kenya)

Compensation:
25,000 KSH

If you're passionate about designing tools that help people and teams live their values—let's talk.

To Apply:
Send your portfolio or relevant case studies to
Jonathan Keim
, along with a short note about your approach to user research and dashboard design.

• Lead the design of user interfaces and user experiences for digital products.
• Conduct user research, create personas, and map user journeys.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Establish and maintain design systems and style guides.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define product features.
• Ensure user-centered design principles are applied throughout the development process.
• Champion accessibility and inclusive design practices.
• Mentor and guide junior UI/UX designers.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders.
• Stay current with emerging design trends and technologies.

• Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer or similar role, with a strong portfolio.
• Demonstrated experience in a lead or senior design role.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD).
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, usability, and accessibility.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Lead the design and implementation of user-centered design solutions for web and mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to gather insights and inform design decisions.
• Create user personas, journey maps, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive design systems and style guides to ensure brand consistency and efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define product vision and translate requirements into intuitive user interfaces.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence within the design team.
• Champion user experience best practices and advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Analyze user feedback and data to iterate and improve existing designs.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, effectively communicating design decisions.
• Stay updated on the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and technologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio showcasing innovative digital products.
• Proven experience leading design projects from conception to launch.
• Expertise in user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.
• Deep understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and interaction design.
• Experience designing for both web and mobile platforms (iOS and Android).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate asynchronously in a remote environment.
• Experience mentoring junior designers is a significant plus.