UX/UI Designer - Mobile App

About the role

Sliema Tech Labs is a product-focused mobile design studio based on the Sliema/Gżira seafront, delivering apps for fintech, iGaming and consumer services across Europe. The team combines product strategy, user research and engineering to ship polished mobile experiences for both start-ups and established brands.

You will work within a small, cross-functional product team alongside product managers, developers and QA. Day-to-day responsibilities include user flows, wireframes, high-fidelity UI, interactive prototypes and supporting handoff to engineers. The role requires a pragmatic designer who balances user-centred research with fast iteration in an agile environment.

This is an attractive role for designers who enjoy end-to-end ownership of mobile interfaces, mentoring juniors and influencing product direction. We offer a hybrid working pattern with in-office collaboration in Sliema, opportunities for training and international client exposure.

About Sliema Tech Labs

Sliema Tech Labs is a Maltese mobile product studio serving clients across Europe. The company focuses on mobile-first solutions for fintech, iGaming and lifestyle brands, with a compact team that values rapid iteration, user research and strong engineering partnerships.

What you can expect

• Seafront office in Sliema with easy transport links
• Hybrid working policy and flexible hours
• Training budget and support for conferences
• Clear progression from designer to product lead

Key responsibilities

• Own UX and UI design for native iOS and Android mobile app features from discovery through to handoff
• Create user flows, low- and high-fidelity wireframes and interactive prototypes (Figma/ProtoPie/Framer)
• Collaborate with product, engineering and QA to ensure designs are implemented to spec
• Conduct and support user research, usability testing and incorporate findings into designs
• Define and maintain mobile design systems, components and interaction patterns
• Ensure designs follow platform guidelines (Human Interface Guidelines, Material Design) and accessibility best practices
• Present design rationale to stakeholders and incorporate feedback across sprints
• Work with front-end developers on animations, micro-interactions and performance considerations

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional UX/UI design experience with a focus on mobile apps
• Strong portfolio demonstrating mobile design work, prototypes and contribution to final shipped products
• Proficiency in Figma; experience with prototyping tools such as ProtoPie, Framer or Principle
• Solid understanding of iOS and Android design guidelines and native interaction patterns
• Experience running or supporting usability testing and translating insights into designs
• Familiarity with basic HTML/CSS and working with engineering handoff tools
• Excellent communication skills in English; Maltese language is a plus
• Eligibility to work in Malta (EU/locally authorised candidates or those with permit arrangements)

How to apply

Send your CV, a link to your portfolio (Dribbble/Behance/Figma link or personal site) and a short note about your mobile design experience and availability.