Job Description: Senior Web Designer
Job Summary:
As a Senior Web Designer to lead the design and development of visually compelling, user-friendly websites. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in UI/UX design, front-end development, and web performance optimization. This role requires a creative and strategic thinker who can translate business goals into engaging digital experiences while mentoring junior designers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and development of responsive, high-performance websites.
- Define UI/UX strategies and design systems to ensure consistency across web platforms.
- Create wireframes, prototypes, and interactive mockups to visualize design concepts.
- Optimize website usability, accessibility, and cross-device responsiveness.
- Collaborate with developers to ensure seamless design implementation.
- Conduct usability testing, analyze user behavior, and refine designs based on insights.
- Implement SEO best practices and web performance enhancements.
- Stay ahead of web design trends, tools, and emerging technologies.
- Mentor and guide junior web designers to improve design quality and efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with web standards, security protocols, and brand guidelines.
Skills and Knowledge Required:
- Strong expertise in UI/UX design, typography, color theory, and layout principles.
- Advanced proficiency in front-end technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like Bootstrap or Tailwind CSS.
- Experience with CMS platforms like WordPress, Webflow, or custom-built systems.
- Strong understanding of SEO, website analytics, and performance optimization techniques.
- Ability to conduct user research, usability testing, and data-driven design improvements.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG) and best practices.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Web Design, Graphic Design, Computer Science, or a related field.
- A robust portfolio showcasing advanced web design projects and UI/UX expertise.
Experience:
- 5-8 years of experience in web design and front-end development.
- Proven track record of delivering high-quality web experiences and leading design teams.
Key Focus Areas:
- Leading the web design strategy and UI/UX improvements.
- Enhancing website performance, accessibility, and responsiveness.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative web experiences.
- Mentoring junior designers and improving overall design efficiency.
Tools & Software:
- Required: Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator.
- Preferred: Sketch, InVision, WordPress, Webflow, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, or Vue.js.
Other Recruitment Information:
- Competitive salary and leadership growth opportunities.
- A creative and collaborative work environment.
- Full-time role with opportunities to work on high-impact projects.
- Continuous learning and professional development support.