172 Senior Ux Ui Designer Digital Experiences jobs in Nairobi

• Lead the design strategy and execution for digital products, including websites, mobile applications, and other digital interfaces.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and heuristic evaluations to understand user needs and pain points.
• Create wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups that effectively communicate design concepts.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and UI component libraries to ensure consistency across all products.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define product requirements and design solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, providing constructive feedback and fostering a collaborative design environment.
• Champion user-centered design principles and advocate for the user throughout the product development process.
• Stay ahead of the curve on emerging design trends, tools, and technologies in UX/UI and digital product design.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Ensure designs are technically feasible and meet accessibility standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and workflows.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality assets.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in UX/UI design, with a significant portion in a leadership or lead role.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of UX/UI design projects, demonstrating expertise in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and visual design.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping tools (e.g., InVision, ProtoPie).
• Deep understanding of user-centered design methodologies, interaction design, and information architecture.
• Experience leading design teams and mentoring junior designers.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a remote team environment.
• Experience designing for web and mobile platforms.
• Knowledge of front-end development principles is a plus.

• Lead the design strategy and execution for web and mobile applications, ensuring a cohesive and positive user experience.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and competitor analysis to understand user needs and market trends.
• Create user personas, journey maps, wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Develop high-fidelity visual designs, including color palettes, typography, and iconography, adhering to brand guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to translate requirements into compelling design solutions.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the organization.
• Mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative design team culture.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, technical constraints, and business requirements.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UI/UX design trends, tools, and technologies.
• Ensure design consistency across all platforms and touchpoints.

• A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional UI/UX design work across web and mobile platforms.
• Proven experience in leading design projects and mentoring design teams.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, or similar.
• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles, usability heuristics, and interaction design.
• Excellent visual design skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions effectively.
• Experience conducting user research and usability testing.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Design intuitive and engaging user interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions.
• Create user personas and journey maps to understand user needs.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers throughout the design process.
• Ensure design consistency and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Stay updated on the latest UI/UX design trends and best practices.
• Present design concepts and solutions effectively to stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in UI/UX design.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of digital design projects.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Excellent visual design skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a remote team setting.

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

• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Create user personas, journey maps, and information architecture to define the user experience.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and mockups for new features and applications.
• Design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces for iOS, Android, and web platforms.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into effective design solutions.
• Ensure a consistent brand identity and design language across all products.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, usability testing, and data analysis.
• Stay current with UX/UI design trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Prepare design specifications and assets for development teams.
• Advocate for user-centered design principles throughout the organization.
• Contribute to design system development and maintenance.
• Present design concepts and solutions clearly and effectively to cross-functional teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing mobile and web application design.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, usability heuristics, and interaction design.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.
• Excellent visual design skills with a strong sense of typography, color, and layout.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments is beneficial.

Company Description

Prunella Talent Ltd connects top-tier African tech and consulting talent with leading global markets.

We offer a comprehensive suite of services—including talent acquisition, consulting, technical support, CoE services, and software development.

Powered by the proprietary
Prunella Application Suite
, we manage the entire lifecycle within a single, unified platform. Our ecosystem integrates talent management, projects, finance, operations, communication, CRM, AI, supply chain, and e-commerce: Ensuring efficiency, transparency, and seamless delivery from discovery to deployment.

Role Description

This is a
full-time UX Designer role
, based in
Nairobi County, Kenya
.

The UX Designer will conduct user research, apply design thinking methodologies, create visual designs, and continuously improve user experiences.

Additional tasks include
prototyping
and, depending on the candidate's skills, contributing to
Quality Assurance (QA)
processes to help ensure design intent is fully realized in implementation.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in User Research and Design Thinking
• Strong skills in Visual Design and UX principles
• Experience with prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or similar
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work on-site in Nairobi County, Kenya
• Experience in QA testing, writing test cases, or usability testing is a strong plus
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)

Interested?
Apply now and help us shape world-class digital experiences.

For questions, contact:
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About PGLS
PGLS is a leading provider of Translation, Interpretation, and Language Training solutions in over 200 languages and regional varieties. Headquartered in the Washington D.C. area with team members spanning five continents, PGLS is a minority-owned company that provides unique, innovative and scalable solutions that advance the global missions of its partners.

We are hiring a UI/UX Designer to help shape both the user experience of our core technology platform and the visual design of our go-to-market (GTM) materials. This is a dual-focus creative role that supports product development and brand growth across multiple channels.

Position Summary
As the UI/UX Designer, you'll report directly to the VP of Product & GTM Strategy and operate across two integrated tracks:

• Product Design: You'll create intuitive, accessible, and efficient interfaces for internal and client-facing tools including interpreter portals, scheduling systems, dashboards, and mobile experiences.
• GTM & Brand Design: You'll develop high-impact marketing and sales assets that support lead generation, brand awareness, and partner engagement across digital and print formats.

This role combines system-level UX thinking with hands-on graphic design, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working on both functional interfaces and creative brand storytelling.

Job Responsibilities
*Product UI/UX Design *

• Create wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups based on product specs and user stories
• Design user-friendly dashboards and workflows for interpreters, clients, and internal teams
• Apply best practices in accessibility (e.g., 508 compliance), responsive design, and multilingual UX
• Support product discovery and user testing sessions with interaction mockups
• Maintain a scalable design system to ensure speed and consistency across releases

*GTM & Graphic Design *

• Develop branded visual assets for lead generation, brand campaigns, and sales support, including:

• Brochures, one-pagers, whitepapers, and data sheets

• LinkedIn ads, carousel posts, and banners

• Email templates and website visuals

• Ensure visual consistency across GTM collateral, internal decks, presentations, and trade show graphics

• Help communicate value propositions across services (e.g., OPI, VRI, Translation, Localization, Training)
• Collaborate with marketing and growth teams to enhance digital campaign design

Requirements

• 5–8+ years of professional experience in design roles
• At least 3 years in UI/UX design for SaaS, B2B, or enterprise platforms
• At least 2 years in graphic design for marketing or sales teams
• Experience working in agile environments with product managers, engineers, and marketers
• Proven track record of owning design projects from concept to execution

Preferred Skills

• UI/UX Design: Strong command of user-centered design and prototyping using Figma
• Graphic Design: Ability to design for both print and digital formats with brand consistency
• Systems Thinking: Comfortable managing design across complex, multi-product environments
• Product Collaboration: Experienced working with product and engineering teams in agile sprints
• Marketing Sensibility: Understands how to build assets that support clear messaging and conversion

*Tools & Technologies *

• UI/UX: Figma, FigJam, Adobe XD
• Graphic Design: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Presentation & Web: PowerPoint, Keynote, Canva, Webflow (bonus)
• Project Management: Jira, Asana, or similar collaboration tools

Bonus Experience (Nice To Have)

• Experience in SaaS, healthcare tech, education platforms, or language services
• Understanding of localization/internationalization in design
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS and developer handoff workflows
• Exposure to CRM/marketing platforms (HubSpot, ActiveCampaign, Mailchimp)
• Experience with branding or rebranding initiatives
• Designing for multilingual or cross-cultural user bases

Benefits
PGLS offers a wide range of benefits, including health coverage, pension, and a flexible work schedule.

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.

Find out more why it is great to work for Smartmile here

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