Product Designer

About Semicolon

At Semicolon, innovation ignites impact! We’re not just a company but a vibrant ecosystem that fuels Africa’s digital revolution. Our mission? To enable digital transformation in Africa through tech-focused talent and businesses. Here, you’ll find a community of trailblazers, passionate learners, and change-makers. From cutting-edge curriculum to mentorship, real-world projects, and career development, Semicolon is where impact happens.

Role Summary

We’re looking for a Product Designer to help us shape digital experiences that are intuitive, impactful, and aligned with our mission. As a Product Designer, you’ll contribute to design efforts across our core platforms—covering learner experience, enterprise solutions, and partner-facing tools. You’ll own the design process end-to-end, translating complex needs into clear, user-centric interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish UI/UX design for web and mobile products across our learning and employment ecosystem
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and business leads to deliver functional, beautiful solutions
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and design iteration
• Maintain and evolve our design system and visual standards
• Mentor junior designers and shape our design culture

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience designing digital products
• Strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design thinking
• Proficiency in Figma (or equivalent), prototyping, and usability testing
• Solid grasp of responsive and accessible design
• Experience working in agile, cross-functional teams

Nice to Have

• Experience in edtech, HR tech, or social impact products
• Familiarity with front-end development principles

Work Location: In person