UI Designer (Banking Domain)

About the Role

We are looking for a talented and detail-oriented UI Designer to join our banking client’s Digital Design team. This role requires someone who is passionate about creating visually stunning, user-friendly, and accessible digital interfaces. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing high-quality web and desktop applications, maintaining design systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver intuitive financial products.

The position offers the opportunity to work on large-scale digital transformation initiatives within the banking sector, where design excellence, usability, and compliance are critical.

Key Responsibilities

High-Quality UI Design

• Deliver pixel-perfect, sharp, and aesthetically appealing user interfaces for banking and fintech applications.
• Translate complex requirements into clean, modern, and intuitive designs.
• Ensure all designs meet brand guidelines and accessibility standards.

Design Systems & Consistency

• Build, maintain, and enhance design systems and reusable UI components.
• Ensure consistency of look, feel, and interaction across multiple platforms and digital channels.
• Advocate for scalability and efficiency in design practices.

Prototyping & Iteration

• Create rapid interactive prototypes in Figma for stakeholder review and user testing.
• Test and iterate on design solutions quickly to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Support UX designers by transforming user flows and wireframes into highly-polished UI mockups.

User-Centred Approach

• Design with a strong emphasis on usability, accessibility, and responsiveness.
• Ensure seamless experience across multiple devices, screen sizes, and environments.
• Apply WCAG and industry accessibility standards to all interfaces.

Banking Domain Expertise (Preferred)

• Understand financial UX patterns, including dashboards, payments, lending, and transaction-heavy workflows.
• Incorporate compliance and regulatory requirements into designs without compromising usability.
• Leverage experience in banking/fintech to deliver secure, trustworthy, and user-friendly solutions.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner closely with UX designers, product managers, business analysts, and engineers in an Agile delivery model.
• Clearly articulate design concepts and decisions to stakeholders.
• Accept and integrate constructive feedback into design improvements.
• Participate in workshops and brainstorming sessions to refine requirements and co-create solutions.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Digital Media, or related discipline.
• Postgraduate degree or professional certifications in UI/UX design are a plus.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience as a UI Designer with a strong portfolio demonstrating web/desktop applications.
• Proven ability to design and deliver pixel-perfect interfaces using Figma.
• Prior experience in banking or fintech is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Figma (components, variants, auto-layout, prototyping).
• Strong knowledge of design systems, component libraries, and responsive design principles.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG).
• Understanding of developer handover practices and front-end alignment.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong aesthetic and visual design sense with attention to detail.
• Collaborative, open-minded, and proactive team player.
• Analytical and creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced Agile environment.
• Passionate about design as a craft and committed to continuous improvement.

Why Join

• Opportunity to work with one of the largest banks in the UAE, driving digital innovation.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team of designers, product managers, and engineers.
• Be part of large-scale digital transformation initiatives that impact millions of customers.
• Competitive package with career growth opportunities in a dynamic and innovative environment.