UI/UX Graphic Designer

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: UI/UX Graphic Designer

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Are you a creative problem-solver who thrives at the intersection of design, user experience, and technology? We are a fast-growing technology startup seeking a talented UI/UX Graphic Designer to help shape engaging digital experiences and elevate our brand presence across web and mobile platforms.
• This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative, agile environment where your ideas will directly influence product development and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Do

• Conduct user research and translate insights into user-centered designs.
• Design intuitive and visually compelling user interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers, Developers, Marketing Teams, and Stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and UI component libraries.
• Conduct usability testing and incorporate feedback into design improvements.
• Ensure consistency in branding and visual communication across all platforms.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in UX/UI design.
• Create wireframes, user flows, mockups, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.
• Design digital assets for websites, social media, presentations, email campaigns, and product launches.

Required Qualifications

• Experience designing SaaS, web, mobile, or enterprise applications.
• Strong understanding of accessibility, usability, and responsive design principles.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design processes and measurable business impact.
• Minimum 3 years of professional UI/UX and graphic design experience.
• Bachelor's degree / HND in Graphic Design, UI/UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Visual Communication, Digital Media, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with developers using modern design handoff tools.
• Knowledge of motion graphics and micro-interactions.
• Experience designing AI-powered or data-driven applications.
• Familiarity with user analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Hotjar, Mixpanel, or Microsoft Clarity.
• Startup experience.

Mandatory Certifications
Candidates must possess at least one of the following recognized certifications:
UX/UI Certifications:

• Nielsen Norman Group (NN/g) UX Certification
• Certified User Experience Professional (CXUP)
• Human Factors International (HFI) Certified Usability Analyst (CUA)
• Google UX Design Professional Certificate

Design Software Certifications:

• Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) – Illustrator
• Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) – Visual Design
• Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) – Photoshop

Additional Preferred Certifications:

• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
• Design Thinking Certification (IDEO, IBM, or equivalent).
• Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO)

Mandatory Skills UI/UX Design:

• Responsive Web Design
• User Journey Mapping
• User-Centered Design (UCD)
• Design Thinking Methodology
• Accessibility Standards (WCAG 2.1)
• Mobile-First Design Principles
• Wireframing and Prototyping
• Interaction Design
• Information Architecture

Graphic Design:

• Color Theory
• Branding and Identity Design
• Visual Design Principles
• Typography
• Illustration and Icon Design
• Marketing and Digital Asset Creation

Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with front-end frameworks and design handoff processes
• Prototyping tools (Figma, ProtoPie, Axure, or similar)
• Experience with design systems and component-based design
• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, InDesign)
• Advanced proficiency in Figma
• Basic HTML5 and CSS3 understanding

Collaboration Skills:

• Stakeholder communication
• Agile/Scrum environment experience
• Cross-functional teamwork
• Presentation and storytelling skills

Salary

• Competitive salary plus performance incentives and startup growth opportunities.

Benefits:

• Modern equipment and software licenses.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Career growth opportunities within a scaling startup.
• Professional development and certification support.
• We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe diverse teams create better products and stronger organizations.
• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Required Portfolio Submission
Applicants must provide:

• Evidence of design system creation or maintenance.
• CV
• Examples of graphic design and branding work.
• Portfolio website or PDF showcasing at least 3–5 UI/UX projects.