UI/UX Designer

About the project

We're looking for designers who think strategically, communicate confidently with clients, and contribute beyond visual execution. This role is expected to grow into a leadership position over time.

The successful candidate is passionate about delivering adaptive and creative solutions to UI/UX design problems by staying up to date with best practices and emerging trends in user experience design and user interface technology.

For this role, it's essential to have experience in the ecommerce domain and strong communication skills in English. This includes gathering requirements and suggesting improvements during calls with clients.

Requirements

• 5+ years of commercial experience as a UI/UX Designer
• Minimum 3 years of recent hands-on experience designing ecommerce websites and digital products
• Proven experience designing and improving ecommerce experiences that drive business results
• Strong portfolio showcasing UX thinking, UI craft, and business impact
• Portfolio must include at least 4 ecommerce case studies
• Experience with brand design, visual identity systems, and translating brand strategy into digital experiences
• Ability to define and apply visual direction, color systems, and tone of voice based on client goals and target audience
• Upper-Intermediate English (B2+) or higher with confidence communicating directly with clients
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain and defend design decisions
• Active daily use of AI tools to improve speed, research, ideation, workflows, and execution
• Curious about AI, emerging technologies, and continuous self-development
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and take ownership
• Proficiency in Figma and other modern design tools
• Strong understanding of:

• [dot] UX/UI principles
• [dot] interaction design
• [dot] responsive design
• [dot] usability standards
• [dot] design systems
• [dot] user-centered design
• [dot] branding fundamentals

• Ability to create user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI
• Experience collaborating closely with developers, PMs, stakeholders, and clients

Personal skill set

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident in client-facing conversations and presentations
• Strategic thinker, not just execution-focused
• Able to challenge ideas constructively and stand ground professionally
• Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking skills
• Strong ownership and accountability mindset
• Team player with leadership potential
• Comfortable in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities
• Ability to connect business goals, brand strategy, and user experience into cohesive solutions

Responsibilities

Internal website:

• Working with the marketing team on DigitalSuits branding and website design.
• Adhering to style standards on fonts, colors, and images.
• Designing UI elements and tools such as navigation menus, search boxes, tabs, and widgets for digital assets.
• Testing UI elements such as CTAs, banners, page layouts, and page designs for landing pages.
• Developing and conceptualizing a comprehensive UI/UX design strategy for the brand.
• Create original graphic designs (e.g. images and tables)
• Keep abreast of competitor products and industry trends.

Ecommerce design:

• Lead UX/UI design for ecommerce websites and digital products, with a focus on optimizing shopping experiences and driving measurable business results
• Develop comprehensive user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs that align with user needs and client goals
• Map end-to-end customer journeys, identify pain points, and design solutions that improve conversion and usability
• Apply responsive design principles and ensure all deliverables meet usability and accessibility standards
• Identify and troubleshoot UX/UI issues across web and mobile surfaces

Brand & visual direction:

• Translate brand strategy and visual identity into cohesive digital experiences
• Define and apply color systems, typography, and tone of voice based on client goals and target audience
• Maintain visual consistency across products and platforms, contributing to or owning design systems

Client & stakeholder collaboration:

• Communicate directly with clients to gather requirements, present design decisions, and defend solutions with clarity and confidence
• Facilitate design reviews and align stakeholders around UX direction and visual strategy
• Translate business goals into user-centered design solutions and articulate the reasoning behind design choices

Cross-functional collaboration:

• Work closely with PMs, developers, and business stakeholders throughout the full project lifecycle
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure implementation meets design intent and usability standards
• Provide design guidance and feedback within the team; support junior designers when applicable

Process & growth:

• Actively use AI tools to accelerate research, ideation, workflow efficiency, and execution
• Stay current on ecommerce trends, emerging design tools, and evolving best practices
• Iterate on designs based on feedback, data, and usability findings
• Take ownership of tasks, manage priorities independently, and contribute to continuous team improvement

Nice to have

• Shopify experience
• Experience with A/B testing and usability testing
• Motion design or animation skills
• Video production experience
• Experience mentoring or leading designers