Product Designer

Role Overview Join an agile team at South Africa's fastest growing fintech, where you'll work with disruptive payment solutions, AI adoption, and cutting‑edge technology within PayJustNow and Finchoice. Be part of a purpose‑driven organization making a real difference—driving the next wave of financial inclusion and transforming how South Africans access payments, credit, and mobile services. The Team The Product & Design team is the creative heart of Weaver Fintech, collaborating across multiple departments to craft exceptional digital experiences. We're responsible for designing and optimizing products that deliver measurable value to customers, merchants, and the business through thoughtful, user‑centered interface design. Key Responsibilities Visual & Interface Design (Primary Focus) Design polished UI components for mobile platforms, including navigation systems, forms, buttons, icons, and interactive elements. Create high‑fidelity mockups and prototypes that showcase visual hierarchy, typography, colour theory, and micro‑interactions. Ensure visual consistency across all digital touchpoints while maintaining Weavers Fintech's brand identity. User Experience Support Contribute to UX strategy by creating user flows, wireframes, and low‑fidelity prototypes. Conduct basic usability assessments of designs and recommend improvements based on user behaviour principles. Collaborate on information architecture to ensure intuitive navigation and content organization. Participate in user research activities when needed to inform design decisions. Cross‑Functional Collaboration Partner with developers to ensure accurate design implementation and maintain design quality through QA. Work alongside marketing teams to conceptualize and execute creative campaigns that drive engagement. Collaborate with product managers to align interface design with product strategy and user needs. Design Operations & Standards Evolve current design system and brand guidelines. Optimize design workflows using tools like Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping platforms. Stay current with UI / UX trends, design tools, and digital best practices. Contribute to design critiques and creative brainstorming sessions. Desired Qualifications & Competencies 3 – 5 years Product Designer Experience. Visual Design Mastery : Expert‑level proficiency in typography, colour theory, layout, and composition. UI Tool Expertise : Advanced skills in Figma (primary) and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator). Design Systems Knowledge : Experience building and maintaining component libraries and style guides. Responsive Design : Strong understanding of designing for multiple screen sizes and platforms. UX Fundamentals : Working knowledge of user flows, wire framing, and basic usability principles. Prototyping and animation tools (Principle, ProtoPie, After Effects) Basic understanding of HTML / CSS for better developer collaboration. Experience with A / B testing and data‑driven design decisions. Fintech or e‑commerce design experience would be preferred. What We Offer We build our workplace on reciprocity and trust. Every team member commits to delivering their best work while supporting colleagues and customers alike. Strong, authentic relationships drive our success—we value transparency, equity, and the unique perspectives each person brings to our team. Your Benefits & Growth Flexible Work Environment – Hybrid working arrangements designed around your productivity and life balance. Professional Development – Comprehensive support through coaching programs, skills training, and educational bursaries to accelerate your career. Employee Wellness – Access to our CareConnect employee assistance program for holistic wellbeing support. Modern Technology – Cutting‑edge architectures and tools that maximise efficiency and minimise repetitive work Team Connection – Regular team socials and company‑wide events that strengthen our relationships beyond work. In summary, we offer benefits and invest in your growth, valuing fairness, authenticity, and support. We celebrate differences as strengths and prioritises your development. #J-18808-Ljbffr