1,211 Remote Lead Ux Ui Designer jobs in Kenya

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

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex frontend features and user interfaces.
• Mentor and guide a team of frontend developers, fostering technical growth and best practices.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional interfaces.
• Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code using modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries.
• Optimize web applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, adherence to standards, and knowledge sharing.
• Define and enforce frontend development best practices and coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve frontend issues, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Stay current with emerging frontend technologies and trends, recommending adoption where appropriate.
• Work effectively in an Agile development environment with cross-functional teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional frontend development experience.
• Proven experience leading frontend development teams.
• Expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand).
• Familiarity with build tools (e.g., Webpack, Vite) and version control systems (Git).
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for remote team interaction.
• A keen eye for design and a passion for user experience.

• Lead the UX/UI design process for web and mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, including surveys, interviews, and usability testing.
• Create user personas, journey maps, wireframes, and interactive prototypes.
• Develop high-fidelity visual designs, including color palettes, typography, and iconography.
• Ensure designs are consistent with brand guidelines and design systems.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and developers to implement designs.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and usability testing results.
• Stay current with the latest UX/UI trends, best practices, and technologies.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to design team growth.
• Present design concepts and rationale effectively to stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating successful digital product design.
• Proven experience leading design projects in a remote team setting.
• Expertise in user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and interaction design.
• Excellent visual design skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Passion for creating exceptional user experiences.

• Leading the entire UX/UI design process, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity visual design.
• Developing and maintaining design systems and style guides to ensure consistency across all products.
• Conducting user research, usability testing, and gathering feedback to inform design decisions.
• Creating intuitive and engaging user flows and interaction models.
• Designing visually appealing and brand-consistent user interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Collaborating closely with product management and engineering teams to define product requirements and ensure design feasibility.
• Mentoring and guiding junior designers, fostering a culture of design excellence.
• Presenting design concepts and solutions to stakeholders and articulating design rationale.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest design trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Advocating for the user throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Contributing to product strategy and roadmap discussions with a design perspective.
• Ensuring accessibility standards are met in all designs.

• Lead the design process from concept to execution, including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity UI design.
• Develop and maintain a design system that ensures consistency and scalability across all products.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to translate user needs and business requirements into elegant design solutions.
• Conduct user testing and gather feedback to iterate on designs and improve usability.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a culture of design excellence and innovation.
• Define and advocate for user-centered design principles and best practices.
• Create compelling user flows, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas.
• Stay abreast of the latest UI/UX trends, technologies, and design tools.
• Present design concepts and rationale clearly and persuasively to cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Ensure accessibility standards are met in all designs.
• Champion the user experience throughout the product development lifecycle.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5-7 years of professional experience in UI/UX design, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• A strong portfolio showcasing expertise in user-centered design, interaction design, and visual design for web and mobile applications.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Excellent understanding of design systems and their implementation.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively manage and mentor a remote design team.
• Experience working in an agile development environment.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.

• Lead the end-to-end design of digital products, focusing on user experience and interface design.
• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing.
• Develop user personas, journey maps, and wireframes.
• Create high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes.
• Establish and maintain design systems and style guides.
• Collaborate with product management and engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Mentor and guide junior UX/UI designers.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders.
• Champion user-centric design principles within the organization.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Solid understanding of web and mobile design principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in leading design projects and mentoring junior designers.

• Lead the UX/UI design process from concept to final implementation for web and mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitive analysis to inform design decisions.
• Create wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and component libraries.
• Collaborate closely with product managers to define product strategy and user requirements.
• Work with front-end developers to ensure designs are implemented accurately and efficiently.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, analytics, and A/B testing results.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the organization.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UX/UI trends, tools, and best practices.
• Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback.
• Ensure design consistency and accessibility across all digital touchpoints.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in UX/UI design, with a significant focus on digital product design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in UX research, UI design, wireframing, prototyping, and user testing.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.
• Experience with creating and managing design systems.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and visual design.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and collaborate effectively in a remote team environment.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process.
• Knowledge of front-end development principles is a plus.