UI Designer (Sandton) at Capitec Bank

Purpose Statement

• To support the extended digital team, apply UI/UX methodologies to design and develop a world-class client experience for Capitec’s digital solutions. This will include developing and maintaining user experience and interface design standards
• To support and collaborate with the UX Design Lead: Omni Channel Experience in developing a true Capitec omni channel experience
• Key touchpoints include: Branch Banking System Redesign, ATM & SST, TOBI, Inbenta/CASper, Direct Lending System & Back Office, Merchant app & portal, Internet banking & website re-platforming and IMI Mobile Implementation

Experience

Min:

• At least 2+ years’ experience in an agency/studio environment working on multiple accounts/brands and disciplines
• 4 or more years’ experience in user interface and experience design for web applications and/or mobile devices
• A strong focus on interaction design and visual design through prototyping in an agile software development environment
• Ability to define visual elements, product elements and overall design
• The ability to work with engineering, frontend, and backend developers as needed
• Assisting with testing to ensure that UI/UX standards are adhered to
• Researching interaction design and technology trends
• Maintaining user experience and interface standards
• Ability to create wireframes as well as visual designs
• Experience with user interface design patterns and standards

Ideal:

• At least 2 years’ experience working on multiple accounts/brands and disciplines in the financial sector
• Strong creative background to support UI/UX methodologies

Qualifications (Minimum)

• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Design or Front-End Development

Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)

Knowledge

Min:
Knowledge of:

• Sketch – digital design toolkit (prototyping software)
• Prototyping using InVision or something similar
• Solid skills in Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with Bootstrap and Google material design
• Understanding of Agile Practices
• A thorough understanding of simplified user-centered design methodologies is a must
• Technology related to the industry
• An up-to-date knowledge of best practices and latest trends in mobile and web

Ideal:

• Knowledge of psychology and/or anthropology as it pertains to UI/UX principles
• Understanding of Object Orientated Languages (C Sharp; Angular; JavaScript)
• Experience in prototyping tools such as Axure, UXPin, XD, etc.
• Ability to conduct user testing of applications, software and websites
• Skills to create wireframes as well as visual designs
• Mobile experience
• Experience in HTML 5

Skills

• Communications Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Project Management Skills (Methodolgy Specific)
• Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
• Attention to Detail
• Problem solving skills
• Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
• Planning, organising and coordination skills
• Commercial Thinking Skills

Competencies

• Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Working with People

Conditions of Employment

• Clear criminal and credit record
• A valid driver's license and own vehicle is required
• Contactable via own mobile phone