Job Title: UI/UX Designer

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Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 

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Job Type: Full-Time 

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Schedule Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM; Saturday (half-day)

About the Role:
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented UI/UX Designer to join our growing product and engineering team. You will be responsible for designing intuitive, user-centred interfaces for web and mobile applications. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for design, understands user behaviour, and can translate complex requirements into clear and usable experiences while working closely with engineers and product stakeholders.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Design user-friendly interfaces for web and mobile applications.

• Translate product requirements and user needs into wireframes, user flows, and high-fidelity designs.

• Collaborate closely with frontend developers, backend engineers, and product managers.

• Ensure consistency in visual design, typography, spacing, and component usage across platforms.

• Conduct basic usability reviews and identify areas for UX improvement.

• Create and maintain design systems, style guides, and reusable components.

• Review implemented designs and provide feedback to ensure alignment with design intent.

• Stay up to date with UI/UX trends, tools, and best practices.

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Requirements

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• 3+ years of experience in UI/UX or product design.

• Strong portfolio demonstrating UI and UX thinking for web and mobile products.

• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma (preferred), Sketch, or Adobe XD.

• Solid understanding of user-centred design principles and usability standards.

• Experience designing responsive layouts for different screen sizes.

• Ability to clearly communicate design decisions and rationale.

• Experience working closely with developers in an agile environment.

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

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Nice to Have

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• Experience designing for React or React Native applications.

• Familiarity with design systems and component-based design.

• Basic understanding of frontend constraints and implementation.

• Experience conducting usability testing or user research.

• Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design principles.

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Why Join Us

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• Work on real, production-grade digital products.

• Be part of a collaborative and growth-focused team in a funded startup.

• Have a direct impact on product quality and user experience.

• Collaborate closely with engineering and leadership teams.

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How to Apply 

 

Please submit your CV, portfolio, availability, and salary expectations through our careers page at ellatech.co.uk.

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 Note: A two-year commitment is required if selected.