Position Title: Product Designer
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Department: Design/Product
Reports to: Lead Engineer/Product Lead
Job Type: Full-time
Who we are
Oyaxity Consulting services is an innovative stealth start-up operating virtually, with plans to establish physical base in Lagos, Nigeria. Our mission is to develop a variety of technology solutions and services that will delight our customers not only in Africa but globally. You will be joining a dynamic, fast-paced, innovative, forward-thinking, and challenging team.
Role Overview
We are seeking a talented and user-centered Product Designer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing products that are not only visually appealing but also intuitive and highly functional. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and other designers, to create designs that meet user needs and align with business goals.
Key Responsibilities

• Product Design & Strategy:
• Lead the end-to-end design process from concept to execution, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Collaborate with product managers to translate business requirements into user-centered design solutions.
• Create and iterate on design concepts, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
• User Research & Testing:
• Conduct user research to gather insights on user needs, behaviors, and pain points.
• Design and conduct usability tests to validate design decisions and iterate based on feedback.
• Analyze user data and feedback to inform design decisions and improve the overall product experience.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Work closely with engineers to ensure design feasibility and alignment with technical constraints.
• Collaborate with marketing and branding teams to ensure a consistent brand experience across all touchpoints.
• Provide design specifications and assets to developers, and support the implementation process.
• Design Systems & Guidelines:
• Develop and maintain design systems and guidelines to ensure consistency across the platform.
• Advocate for and implement design best practices, keeping up-to-date with the latest trends and tools.
• Ensure designs are responsive, accessible, and optimized for a wide range of devices and interfaces.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience:
• 3+ years of experience in product design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating your design process and work.
• Proven experience in designing digital products, including web and mobile applications.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Knowledge of front-end development (HTML/CSS) is a plus for better collaboration with developers.
• Experience with design systems and component libraries.
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• The chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and shape the future of our platform.

Job Type: Full-time
Education:

• Undergraduate (Required)

Experience:

• product design: 3 years (Required)

Application Deadline: 21/10/2024