Job Summary
Role: Senior UI Designer
Experience: 8–12 Years
Location: Bengaluru / India (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full Time
Role Overview
AkzoNobel is looking for a highly creative and experienced Senior UI Designer to lead user interface design initiatives for its global digital platforms, including web, eCommerce, customer portals, and Content Management System (CMS)-driven applications. The role will support AkzoNobel's digital transformation programs built on Headless CMS, Azure, React/Next.js, and modern design systems. The designer will collaborate closely with UX specialists, Product Owners, Architects, Front-end Leads, and Business Analysts to create intuitive, accessible, and visually engaging digital experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Design intuitive, responsive, and visually compelling user interfaces for web and mobile applications.
Create wireframes, mockups, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs.
Define and maintain enterprise Design System guidelines and reusable UI component libraries.
Collaborate with UX teams to translate user journeys and research insights into engaging interfaces.
Partner with Front-end Leads and Architects to ensure design feasibility and implementation quality.
Ensure consistency across digital products, customer portals, and eCommerce platforms.
Champion accessibility (WCAG), usability, and responsive design standards.
Participate in design reviews, stakeholder workshops, and product discovery sessions.
Work closely with CMS and Content teams to optimize content presentation and user engagement.
Support A/B testing, design validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Skill Requirements
Required Skills
UI/Visual Design
UI Design Principles
Visual Design & Branding
Responsive Web Design
Mobile-First Design
Interaction Design
Information Architecture
Typography & Color Theory
Design Tools
Figma (Mandatory)
Adobe XD
Sketch
InVision
Zeplin
Miro
Web & Digital Experience
Design for React / Next.js applications
Headless CMS-based digital platforms
eCommerce UX/UI
Component-Based Design Systems
Experience designing for CMS-driven websites and customer portals. [JDs-AkzoNo...latform-v2 | Excel], [SoW-AkzoNo...llout v1.1 | Word]
Accessibility & Usability
WCAG 2.1 Standards
Accessibility Design
Cross-browser Compatibility
Responsive Design Best Practices
Usability Testing
Other Requirements
Preferred Skills
Experience with Contentful CMS, AEM, or similar Headless CMS platforms.
Experience designing B2B and B2C portals.
Familiarity with eCommerce platforms such as Adobe Commerce/Magento.
Knowledge of design handoff tools and front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, React).
Experience working within Agile/Scrum teams.
Exposure to Digital Experience Platforms and enterprise-scale web solutions. [SoW-AkzoNo...llout v1.1 | Word], [SoW-AkzoNo...pment v1.1 | Word]
Responsibilities in Design Lifecycle
Conduct stakeholder workshops to gather design requirements.
Create user flows, journey maps, and interaction models.
Develop reusable design components and style guides.
Collaborate with developers during implementation.
Review delivered screens for visual and usability compliance.
Support localization and multi-country rollout requirements across AkzoNobel digital platforms. [SoW-AkzoNo...llout v1.1 | Word], [SoW-AkzoNo...ments v1.2 | Word]
Desired Candidate Profile
8–12 years of experience in UI Design for enterprise web applications.
Strong portfolio showcasing responsive web and mobile design projects.
Expertise in Figma and modern design systems.
Proven experience working with global stakeholders.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to balance user needs, business goals, and technical constraints.
Educational Qualification
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Visual Communication, Computer Science, or related field.
Nice to Have Certifications
Google UX Design Certification
Nielsen Norman UX Certification
Human-Centered Design Certification
Accessibility/WCAG Certifications
Adobe Certified Professional
Key Competencies
Design Thinking
Creativity & Innovation
User-Centric Mindset
Stakeholder Management
Collaboration & Communication
Attention to Detail
Problem Solving