About
Highly accomplished Senior Technical UX Architect and User Interface Architect with over two decades of experience driving user-centric design and innovation across diverse industries including BFS, E-Commerce, Retail, and Healthcare. Proven expertise in orchestrating complex design projects, leading high-performing UX teams, and implementing scalable design systems to deliver measurable business value and enhanced user satisfaction. Adept at translating intricate requirements into intuitive web applications, synthesizing data, and fostering cross-functional collaboration in highly-regulated and challenging environments.
Work
HCL Techsoft
|Senior Technical UX Architect
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Summary
Led the design strategy and execution for over a dozen financial, retail, and e-commerce technology products, impacting 20+ global clients.
Highlights
Orchestrated end-to-end UX/UI design for 12+ financial, retail, and e-commerce technology products, expanding reach to over 20 global clients.
Directed UX team activities and deliverables, including mockups and animations, ensuring high-quality UI development for diverse accounts.
Mobilized discovery workshops and conducted A/B tests, significantly increasing client satisfaction through user-centered design advocacy.
Optimized online experiences, resulting in over 20% growth in page views and improved engagement metrics.
Spearheaded the implementation of an organizational online design system, standardizing quality and streamlining asset management for UX teams.
Cognizant Technology Solutions
|UX UI Architect
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Summary
Revitalized the company's flagship Analytics platform, driving product enhancements and cost efficiencies through strategic UX/UI architecture.
Highlights
Revitalized the flagship Analytics platform through a complete rebuild, significantly enhancing functionality and user experience.
Facilitated comprehensive user testing and UX sessions, pioneering new testing processes that leveraged stakeholder input for significant product enhancements.
Championed and implemented a consistent monthly release schedule for incremental, value-added product updates.
Identified and eliminated non-scalable solutions, leading to measurable cost reductions and contributing to overall growth.
Polaris Financial Technology Limited
|Sr. Project Lead
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Summary
Directed UX efforts for Design Analyzer, a network analytics tool, aligning product vision with business goals and implementing iterative design practices.
Highlights
Directed the comprehensive UX effort for Design Analyzer, a critical network analytics tool, ensuring a user-centric approach.
Organized and led discovery sessions, significantly improving cross-functional communication and securing stronger management buy-in for design initiatives.
Collaborated closely with developers and engineers to ensure product vision consistently aligned with overarching business objectives.
Instituted iterative design practices based on user feedback and performance testing, enhancing product features and overall user experience.
STI
|Sr. Web Designer
Gurgaon, Haryana, India
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Summary
Supervised a team of seven designers, establishing organizational design guidelines and implementing KPI-driven project management to ensure timely, consistent delivery.
Highlights
Supervised and mentored a team of seven web and print designers, fostering a collaborative environment for producing high-quality design solutions.
Established the organizational design direction and comprehensive guidelines, ensuring consistent brand identity across all online and offline channels.
Translated strategic objectives into a cohesive creative vision, collaborating with consultants to monitor project progress and achieve timely deliveries.
Implemented clear goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to effectively track project success and optimize resource allocation.
Education
Presidency College
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BSc
Physics
New Prince MHSSchool
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HSC
Computer Science
Certificates
Cutshort Certified HTML/CSS - Advanced
Issued By
Cutshort
Best Practices for Digital Transformation
Issued By
Skillsoft
Expert Insights on Digital Marketing
Issued By
Skillsoft
Internet of Things & UI/UX
Issued By
Skillsoft
UI/UX for Chatbot & Voice Interface AIs
Issued By
Skillsoft
User Interface Elements
Issued By
Skillsoft
Voice User Interfaces
Issued By
Skillsoft
Wearable Technology & UI/UX
Issued By
Skillsoft
Figma - UI/UX Design Essential
Issued By
Udemy
User Experience Design fundamentals
Issued By
Udemy
Design Thinking for Innovation: Stakeholder Engagement
Issued By
Skillsoft
Design Thinking
Issued By
Cooper
Skills
UX/UI Design & Strategy
User Experience Design (UED), User Interface Design, Interaction Design, User-centered Design, Product Design, Rapid Prototyping, Responsive Web Design, Web Design, Design Thinking, Information Architecture, Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Design Systems.
Project Management & Methodologies
Software Project Management, Agile Methodologies, SDLC, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Gathering, Business Analysis, User Acceptance Testing, Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Cross-functional Collaboration, KPI Tracking, Effective Team Player.
Technical Skills
HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, Web Applications, Analytics, Salesforce, SAP (Hybris / Hana).
Tools & Platforms
Adobe Creative Suite, InVision, Axure, Adobe XD, Zeplin, Figma, Sketch, Tableau, Google Analytics.
Industry Knowledge
Client Relations, BFS, E-Commerce, Retail, Health, Aviation, Manufacturing, Logistics.