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Product Designer

Pavago Remote (πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ South Africa)

Remote $100,000 - $140,000 Full-time Mid-level

The Product Designer will lead end-to-end digital product experiences by conducting user research, creating prototypes, and establishing scalable design systems. They will collaborate closely with engineering and product management teams to ensure designs are intuitive, accessible, and aligned with business objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct user interviews, surveys, and usability studies to identify needs and pain points
  • Create personas, journey maps, and user flows to guide design decisions
  • Analyze product usage data (Mixpanel, Amplitude, Hotjar) to inform iterations
  • Translate insights into low-fidelity sketches and high-fidelity prototypes using Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch
  • Deliver pixel-perfect designs for web and mobile interfaces
  • Define interaction patterns, animations, and micro-interactions that enhance usability
  • Ensure consistency across platforms by maintaining component libraries and style guides
  • Build and maintain scalable design systems that include typography, color palettes, icons, and reusable components
  • Incorporate WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards into all designs
  • Test for usability across devices, screen sizes, and assistive technologies
  • Partner with product managers to define scope and priorities
  • Work with engineers to ensure designs are implemented accurately, using Zeplin, Figma Dev Mode, or InVision Inspect
  • Provide ongoing support during development to refine edge cases

Requirements

  • 2+ years professional product design experience
  • Proficiency in Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch
  • Experience creating user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and responsive layouts
  • Solid understanding of UX principles, usability, and accessibility standards

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on digital products
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • Diverse and inclusive workplace culture

Key Skills

Product design UX principles Usability Accessibility standards Figma Adobe XD Sketch User flows Wireframes Prototypes Responsive layouts User interviews Surveys Usability studies Personas Journey maps Product usage data analysis Interaction patterns Animations Micro-interactions Component libraries Style guides Design systems WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards Usability testing Device testing Screen size testing Assistive technology testing Product management Engineering collaboration Zeplin Figma Dev Mode InVision Inspect

About Pavago

Pavago - Thinking Globally to Grow Locally 🌍 Welcome to Pavago, where the world is your talent pool. We believe in a borderless future where businesses can harness the best of international expertise without breaking the bank. 🌟 Why Choose Pavago? Affordability: Find exceptional talent at 1/4 the cost of American counterparts. Global Reach: Our vast network spans across continents, ensuring we locate the perfect fit for your unique needs. Localized Growth: By integrating international insights and expertise, we fuel your local business growth. Whether you're a startup looking for the right brains to get your idea off the ground, or an established company wanting to diversify your team and scale operations, Pavago is your bridge to global possibilities. Tap into a world of talent. Let's grow, together. πŸš€ Connect with us today!

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