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UI Architect (AI Experience Designer)

About the role

As a UI Architect, you will make an impact by designing enterprise-grade AI user experiences and creating compelling visual storytelling that showcases Cognizant's AI capabilities. You will be a valued member of the AI Market Unit and work collaboratively with FDE engineers, architects, and client stakeholders to deliver AI-native interfaces, content, and solutions that drive measurable business outcomes.

In This Role, You Will

Design agentic and conversational AI interfaces that enhance usability, trust, and governance for enterprise applications
Develop high-fidelity prototypes, design systems, and reusable components for seamless engineering handoff
Create AI-powered demo videos, visual assets, and storytelling content for client engagements and industry events
Translate complex AI and multi-agent architectures into intuitive dashboards, visuals, and business-friendly narratives
Lead UX research, stakeholder engagement, and ensure design quality standards across projects

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Chennai, Bangalore, or Hyderabad.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project and client requirements.

What You Need To Have To Be Considered

Proven experience in UI/UX design with a strong portfolio showcasing enterprise product interfaces and AI-driven creative work
Strong visual design fundamentals including typography, layout, color, hierarchy, and motion design
Hands-on experience using AI-powered design, video, or image generation tools (minimum 3–4 tools) demonstrated through real outputs
Experience working on enterprise applications and collaborating with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, business stakeholders)
Ability to translate complex technical systems into intuitive user experiences and clear visual narratives
Experience contributing to or building design systems, component libraries, and scalable UI frameworks
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present effectively to client stakeholders

These will help you stand out

Experience designing conversational or agentic AI interfaces (chatbots, copilots, automation workflows)
Ability to create end-to-end AI-generated solution demo videos including scripting, visuals, and editing
Experience working in domains such as BFSI, healthcare, manufacturing, or supply chain
Proven track record of building design systems adopted by engineering teams
Strong storytelling ability through executive presentations, marketing assets, and visual communication

We're excited to meet people who are passionate about design, AI innovation, and delivering impactful user experiences. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and bring your unique skills and perspective to the role.

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