Experience Design -Senior Designer - 65717031

User Experience Design Senior Designer

About the role

As a User Experience Design Senior Designer, you will lead the creation of user-centered digital solutions that support some of the company's most high-impact initiatives. This hybrid role, based near Dearborn, MI, combines strategic leadership with hands-on design, requiring deep expertise in UX, product design, and user research. You'll drive design strategy, mentor fellow designers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive, innovative experiences across platformsshaping the future of mobility through thoughtful, data-informed design.

Work model: Hybrid

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3-4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Dearborn - MI USA. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

58 years of experience as a Senior UIUX Design- UX/Product Designer, including leadership responsibilities.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Human Factors, Design, Psychology, Communications, or related 5 years of proven UX Product design experience including leadership responsibilities.

Extensive experience conducting and applying user research to inform both strategy and execution.

Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Figma, Sketch, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Strong understanding of UI development principles, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

A portfolio showcasing end-to-end design leadership on high-impact projects across multiple platforms.

These will help you stand out

Proven experience leading design efforts within Lean/Agile product teams.

Strong ability to influence stakeholders, build consensus, and clearly communicate design rationale at senior leadership levels.

Specialized expertise in areas such as in-vehicle systems, mobile design, business design, motion design, or API-driven systems.

Demonstrated success in mentoring, coaching, and developing design talent across teams.

A track record of introducing innovative design methodologies and contributing to the advancement of organizational design maturity.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Applications will be accepted until October 29th, 2025.

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $120,500 - $142,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan

What we offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About us

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Other employment-related information

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.