UX Designer

UX Designer

Recruiter

The Legends Agency

Job Ref

UX Designer

Date posted

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary

Market-related

SUMMARY

Are you a UX champion who thrives on turning complex, heavy-industry technical requirements into seamless, intuitive digital experiences?

POSITION INFO

WE ARE HIRING: UX Designer (In-office) Location: Johannesburg, South Africa (With local & international travel) Sector: Advanced Technology & Electronics Experience: 3-5 Years Are you a UX champion who thrives on turning complex, heavy-industry technical requirements into seamless, intuitive digital experiences? Do you want to design solutions where human-computer interaction meets cutting-edge engineering? We are looking for a UX Designer to revolutionize the usability of embedded, web, mobile, and desktop applications. If you love getting your boots dirty with on-site user research and translating those insights into world-class wireframes, this is your next big career move. Purpose of the Job In this role, you will lead the research, design, and optimization of system applications to deliver exceptional user experiences across a specialized product range. You'll leverage your expertise in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) to refine both software interfaces and physical system requirements, ensuring our tech is as powerful as it is easy to use. Key Responsibilities (What you''ll do): User Research & Analysis: Conduct site visits and customer interviews to map out user pains, gains, and needs. Create detailed user personas and user stories. UX/UI Architecture: Construct high-quality wireframes, map out intuitive user flows, and hand them over seamlessly to the Visual Design team. Testing & Iteration: Run usability studies and tests on live products, adapting designs based on direct feedback from end-users and stakeholders. Cross-Platform Innovation: Create intuitive solutions for Embedded, Web, Mobile, and Desktop Applications while maintaining strict brand alignment. Be the User''s Voice: Champion human-centered design principles across the software engineering lifecycle. What You Bring to the Table: Education: Relevant B-Com, B-Sc, B-IT, or equivalent qualification. Experience: 3 to 5 years of proven experience in a dedicated UX Design environment. Tools of the Trade: Mastery of Figma or Adobe XD (CorelDRAW & Photoshop are a major plus!). The Blueprint: Deep theoretical and practical knowledge of Information Architecture, interaction design, emotional design, and UX psychology. Adventure-Ready: A valid passport and a willingness to travel locally and internationally to see your designs in action. Personal Attributes: Highly organized, a sharp eye for detail, and the unique ability to work fiercely independently while remaining a stellar team player who adapts quickly to change.