2,961 Senior Ux Ui Designer Creative Digital jobs in Kenya

• Lead the design process from concept to completion, including user research, persona development, journey mapping, wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity visual design.
• Create intuitive and engaging user interfaces that align with brand guidelines and enhance user satisfaction.
• Develop interactive prototypes to effectively communicate design concepts and gather feedback.
• Conduct user testing and usability studies to identify areas for improvement and validate design decisions.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define product requirements and design specifications.
• Work closely with front-end developers to ensure the accurate implementation of designs.
• Stay abreast of the latest UI/UX design trends, best practices, and technologies.
• Contribute to the development of design systems and style guides.
• Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback.
• Advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in UI/UX design, with a proven track record of designing successful digital products.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in user-centered design, UI design, and UX strategy.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, InVision, etc.
• Solid understanding of user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Excellent visual design skills, with a keen eye for typography, color, and layout.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Experience designing for responsive web and native mobile applications.

• Lead the user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design for web and mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather user feedback.
• Create user personas, journey maps, wireframes, and interactive prototypes.
• Develop high-fidelity visual designs and style guides.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and developers throughout the design and development lifecycle.
• Translate complex user needs and business requirements into intuitive and engaging interfaces.
• Champion user-centered design principles and best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UX/UI trends, tools, and technologies.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, analytics, and A/B testing.

• 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.
• Expertise in user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Strong understanding of interaction design, visual design principles, and typography.
• Experience designing for responsive and adaptive interfaces across various devices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fully remote, collaborative team environment.
• Experience with agile development methodologies is a plus.

• Lead the design process for web and mobile applications, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and persona development to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Create wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure consistency across all products.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define product requirements and ensure feasibility.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, analytics, and stakeholder input.
• Present design concepts and rationale clearly and persuasively to stakeholders.
• Stay current with the latest design trends, tools, and best practices in UX/UI.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a culture of design excellence.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of product development through design thinking.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, HCI, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio showcasing impactful digital products.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and visual design.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative team environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience leading design projects and mentoring other designers.
• Familiarity with front-end development principles is a plus.
• A passion for creating elegant, functional, and user-friendly digital experiences.

• Lead the design process for web and mobile applications, from initial concept to final implementation.
• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Create user personas, journey maps, wireframes, and interactive prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas.
• Develop high-fidelity visual designs, ensuring adherence to brand guidelines and aesthetic principles.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, data analysis, and stakeholder input.
• Maintain and evolve design systems to ensure consistency across all products.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UX/UI trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Present design concepts and solutions effectively to clients and internal teams.
• Contribute to the creative strategy and vision for client projects.
• Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback.

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design projects.
• Expert proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, or similar.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, usability heuristics, and accessibility standards.
• Experience with conducting user research and usability testing.
• Excellent visual design skills, including typography, color theory, and layout.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Experience with design systems and component libraries.
• Familiarity with front-end development principles (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.

• Lead the design of user interfaces and user experiences for web and mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and market analysis to inform design decisions.
• Develop user personas, journey maps, wireframes, and user flow diagrams.
• Create high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes for client presentations and development handoff.
• Define and maintain style guides, design systems, and brand consistency across digital products.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and content strategists to ensure seamless execution.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, analytics, and A/B testing results.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UI/UX trends, techniques, and technologies.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders and clients effectively.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the organization.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a UI/UX Designer or similar role, with a strong portfolio demonstrating design expertise.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, interaction design, and information architecture.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Ability to translate complex user needs into intuitive and engaging interfaces.
• Excellent visual design skills with a strong sense of typography, color, and layout.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred.

• Lead the end-to-end design process for digital products, from concept and user research to wireframing, prototyping, and high-fidelity visual design.
• Develop and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure brand consistency and design integrity across all digital touchpoints.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitive analysis to gather insights and inform design decisions.
• Create intuitive and engaging user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and detailed mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Engineers, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into user-centered design solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior UX/UI designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative design culture.
• Advocate for the user throughout the product development lifecycle, ensuring design decisions are user-centric and data-informed.
• Present design concepts and rationale effectively to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of the latest design trends, technologies, and best practices in UX/UI design.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the product by identifying opportunities for design innovation.

• Lead the design of user interfaces (UI) and user experiences (UX) for web and mobile applications, ensuring intuitive navigation and a seamless user journey.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, mockups, and high-fidelity designs based on user research and business requirements.
• Create visually appealing and on-brand digital assets, including graphics, illustrations, animations, and video content.
• Define and maintain design systems and style guides to ensure consistency across all digital products.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and A/B testing to gather insights and inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers to translate design concepts into functional products.
• Mentor and guide junior designers and creative team members.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, effectively articulating design choices.
• Stay current with the latest UI/UX trends, design tools, and digital marketing best practices.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, adhering to project timelines and budgets.
• Contribute to the overall brand strategy and digital marketing initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in UI/UX design and digital creative leadership.
• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional UI/UX design skills across various digital platforms.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects), and prototyping tools.
• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles, usability heuristics, and accessibility standards.
• Experience leading design teams and managing creative projects.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of front-end development principles and how design impacts implementation.
• Experience with motion graphics and video production is a plus.

• Lead the design process for digital products, from concept to final implementation.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design decisions.
• Create user personas, user journey maps, and information architecture.
• Develop wireframes, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and engineering teams to ensure feasibility and alignment.
• Define and maintain design systems, style guides, and UI pattern libraries.
• Optimize user flows and interfaces for intuitiveness and engagement.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders effectively.
• Stay updated on the latest UX/UI trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Contribute to a culture of design excellence and innovation.
• Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field; advanced degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of professional experience in UX/UI design.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in user-centered design and visual design across web and mobile platforms.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
• Solid understanding of user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Experience with creating and managing design systems.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail, typography, and color theory.
• Strong understanding of web and mobile development constraints.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience in the arts, entertainment, or gaming industry is a plus.

Smartmile is a dynamic and agile startup that opens doors to a sustainable world through platform delivery innovations. We are now growing rapidly and are looking to expand our herd to support this growth. You will become a member of our skilled team in Nairobi. As a part of Smartmile, you shape the future of design and open doors to a visually appealing world

You will join our creative team on the following tasks:

• Design and implement visual elements for our marketing campaigns, web applications, and hardware UIs.
• Create corporate identity materials, social media graphics, infographics, and visual assets that strengthen our brand.
• Collaborate with the tech team to build UI/UX designs and ensure a consistent visual language across all our products.
• Develop creative concepts and ideas that visually express our mission and values.

Personally, You Should Bring Along

• A good understanding of UI/UX principles.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• A desire to directly implement creative ideas.
• Very good spoken and written English, as our company language is English.
• Strong learning orientation and the ability to quickly get up to speed with new design tools and processes.
• Excellent communication and team skills.
• Willingness to travel to our locations and partners worldwide.
• Commitment to our company's core values.

Technical Skills Required

• Expert-level experience in common design tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma.
• Knowledge in creating vector graphics and print-ready files.
• Experience working with developers and handing off designs for implementation.
• Good knowledge of creating animations or videos (After Effects, Premiere Pro) is a plus.
• Familiarity with project management (experience with Jira).

What We Offer You

• Be part of the mission to build the new sustainable worldwide infrastructure for deliveries.
• Play a key role in a growing international team with strong involvement in fundamental projects from the start.
• Take ownership of your work, develop your skills, and take your career to the next level.
• Work at one of the most dynamic innovation centers in Kenya at iHub
• Competitive compensation.
• The position is a full-time position.

You have until the
2nd of October 2025
to prepare and send your application.

The recruitment process is ongoing with interviews already taking place during the application period. We know a unicorn when we see one and can't wait to meet you We would like you to start immediately; if this is not possible, we are happy to learn when you would be able to join our team the soonest.

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